I got a prototype IRT 700 DD reel. The size of the reel is similar to Stella 14000.
Turning handle is as smooth as Stella. That is huge improvement as the turning handle of old IRT reels used to be pretty rough.
They say the max drag is 60 lb. It looks the reel is very solid. I feel like the reel made in the US can compete with Stella.
I will test the reel soon for tuna.
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1389208358889648