Berkley Powerbait Cullshrimp Lure 3.5 Inch

Tempt flathead, bream and other prawn-feeding predators with the Berkley PowerBait CullShrimp 3.5 Inch, a realistic pre-rigged shrimp lure featuring active swimming legs, PowerBait scent and an innovative line-through hook system.

The Berkley PowerBait CullShrimp 3.5 Inch is a compact, pre-rigged soft plastic prawn lure designed for Australian anglers targeting predators that feed on shrimp and prawns. Measuring 9cm and weighing 9g, this lifelike imitation combines a detailed crustacean profile with active swimming legs, monofilament antennae and Berkley's distinctive Honeycomb tail technology.

Built with a weighted harness and line-through connection, the CullShrimp is designed to slide up the leader when a fish is hooked, helping protect the soft plastic body during the fight. Its PowerBait scent and flavour formula provides additional attraction, while the flexible Honeycomb tail produces natural movement during slow retrieves and controlled hops. The compact 3.5-inch model is particularly suited to estuary fishing around sand flats, weed edges, channels and other areas where fish feed on smaller prawns.

Key Benefits

• Realistic Shrimp Profile – Imitates a natural prawn food source for flathead, bream and other crustacean-feeding predators.
• Berkley Honeycomb Tail Technology – Adds natural tail movement while improving the durability of the soft plastic.
• Active Swimming Legs – Create subtle movement during the retrieve to enhance the shrimp's lifelike presentation.
• Monofilament Antennae – Add realistic detail and movement, particularly during slow retrieves and pauses.
• PowerBait Scent and Flavour – Berkley's formula is designed to encourage fish to hold onto the lure longer, providing more opportunity to set the hook.
• Pre-Rigged Weighted Harness – Provides a convenient ready-rigged presentation without needing to select a separate jighead.
• Innovative Line-Through Hook System – Allows the lure body to slide up the leader when a fish is hooked, helping reduce damage during the fight.
• Compact 3.5-Inch Size – A practical choice when fish are feeding on smaller prawns or responding to a more subtle presentation.
• Six Colour Options – Provides a selection of shrimp finishes for different water conditions and fishing environments.

Product Information

• Brand: Berkley
• Range: PowerBait
• Model: CullShrimp
• Product Type: Pre-Rigged Soft Plastic Shrimp Lure
• Length: 3.5 inches (9cm)
• Weight: 9g
• Bait Shape: Shrimp / Prawn
• Technology: Berkley Honeycomb Tail
• Scent: PowerBait Scent and Flavour Formula
• Rigging: Pre-Rigged Weighted Harness with Line-Through Hook System
• Design Features: Active Swimming Legs and Monofilament Antennae
• Colour Options: Six
• Target Species: Flathead, bream and other prawn-feeding predators
• Technique: Slow Retrieves, Bottom Hopping, Lift-and-Drop and Pause Retrieves
• Environment: Estuaries, Sand Flats, Channels, Weed Edges and Inshore Waters
• Pack Quantity: 2 Lures

Expert Advice

The 3.5-inch Berkley CullShrimp is a useful choice when fish are feeding on smaller prawns or when a compact presentation is needed. Its active legs, antennae and Honeycomb tail allow anglers to use subtle movements rather than constantly retrieving the lure at speed.

For flathead, cast across sand flats, channel edges and drop-offs. Allow the shrimp to sink towards the bottom, then retrieve with short lifts and pauses. Watch your line closely during the fall, as flathead may strike before the lure settles.

For bream, work the CullShrimp around rocky edges, pontoons, weed beds and other areas where prawns are present. Use gentle rod-tip movements and longer pauses to imitate a shrimp moving slowly through the water.

The weighted harness is already fitted, so concentrate on matching your rod, line and leader to the 9g lure and your target species. A light spinning outfit with braid and a suitable fluorocarbon leader is a practical starting point for estuary fishing.

When rigging the line-through system, follow the supplied rigging arrangement and ensure the hook connection is secure. After landing a fish, check that the lure body and harness are correctly positioned before casting again.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch with the Berkley PowerBait CullShrimp 3.5 Inch?

The 3.5-inch CullShrimp is well suited to flathead, bream and other predators feeding on smaller prawns. Its compact 9cm profile makes it particularly useful in estuaries, around sand flats and along weed edges where crustaceans are a common food source.

Does the Berkley CullShrimp 3.5 Inch come pre-rigged?

Yes. The CullShrimp features a pre-rigged weighted harness with an innovative line-through hook system. The design allows the soft plastic body to slide up the leader when a fish is hooked, helping protect the lure during the fight.

What is Berkley Honeycomb technology?

Berkley Honeycomb technology is incorporated into the CullShrimp's tail to enhance natural movement and improve durability. Combined with active swimming legs and monofilament antennae, it helps create a convincing shrimp presentation during slow retrieves.

How many Berkley CullShrimp 3.5 Inch lures come in a pack?

Each pack contains two pre-rigged CullShrimp lures. The 3.5-inch model measures 9cm and weighs 9g per lure, making it the smallest size in the three-model CullShrimp range.