The Cranka Crab is a unique and award-winning Australian-designed lure in our range of crank crab fishing lures. It is renowned for its lifelike appearance and effectiveness in targeting various species, particularly bream, bass, and estuarine fish.Its design features floating foam claws that mimic a defensive crab posture, enhancing its realism in the water.
Cranka Crab Lure Overview
Design & Features: The Cranka Crab combines hard and soft plastic components, with foam claws attached to treble hooks. These floating claws move naturally with minimal water disturbance, simulating a crab's defensive stance.
Sizes & Weights:
50mm (Light): 3.9g, ideal for shallow waters (up to 3 meters) with little to no current.
50mm (Heavy): 5.9g, suitable for deeper waters or areas with strong currents.
65mm: 9.5g, designed for larger species or deeper fishing conditions.
85mm: 21g, for targeting bigger fish in deeper waters.cranka.com.au
Hook Configurations:
Treble Hook Model: Features treble hooks for secure hook-ups, commonly used for bream and other estuarine species.
Single Hook Model: Equipped with a single hook, reducing snag potential, suitable for fishing near structures.
Fishing Techniques
Retrieve Method: Cranka Crabs are designed for slow, subtle retrieves. Crabs do not swim up and down the water column; instead, they move laterally or remain stationary. Use small twitches to mimic this natural movement.fishingworld.com.au
Fishing Locations: Ideal for estuaries, near structures like rocks, pylons, and drop-offs, where crabs are commonly found.
Best Practices: Allow the lure to sink to the bottom, then employ a slow retrieve with occasional pauses to simulate a crab's natural behavior.
View our range of Cranka crab lures and other crank crab fishing lures here, with a wide selection in Australia.
