Cranka Crab Fishing Lure 65mm 9.5g

Engineered to tempt big estuary bream and trophy species with a lifelike crab action that crawls, defends and conquers in deeper water.

The Cranka Crab 9.5g is the larger, heavy-weight model designed for anglers who need distance, depth and presence. With its 65mm leg span and 24mm hard shell, this hybrid hard/soft crab lure mimics a defensive crustacean to perfection — making it irresistible to bream, flathead, snapper, trevally and even offshore species like permit and bonefish.

Winner of the AFTA “Best New Hard Lure” Award, the Cranka Crab 65mm has proven its dominance in both Australian and international tournament circuits. Its buoyant foam claws float up in a defensive posture, positioning the trebles for positive hook-ups and creating a natural “crab stance” that makes this lure crawl across the seabed while avoiding snags. A tungsten belly weight keeps the lure upright, while the through-wire frame and high-grade Decoy trebles ensure rock-solid connections in tough fights.

From estuary systems to shallow reef edges, this larger crab pattern delivers precision, realism and the power to fool smarter fish in pressured conditions. Cast long, fish slow, and watch it do what only a Cranka Crab can do — get eaten by anything that feeds on crabs.

Product Features

• Hybrid Hard/Soft Body → Realistic Movement & Toughness – Combines a hard shell with soft legs for true crab action and durability.
• Floating Foam Claws → Defensive Posture & Hook Protection – Claws rise naturally, keeping trebles elevated and reducing snagging.
• Weighted Tungsten Base → Controlled Sink & Upright Landing – Always lands belly-down for lifelike crawling and steady presentation.
• 65mm Larger Profile → Longer Casts & Bigger Bites – Ideal when targeting larger bream, flathead and reef-dwelling predators.
• Decoy Y-S25 #12 Trebles → Reliable Hooking Strength – Premium Japanese hooks for solid penetration and fish retention.
• Award-Winning Design → Proven Tournament Performance – Winner of the AFTA “Best New Hard Lure” award.

Product Information

Length: 65mm
Shell Width: 24mm
Weight: 9.5g
Hooks: Decoy Y-S25 Treble #12
Material: Hard shell with soft legs, floating foam claws, tungsten base, through-wire body
Sink Rate: Natural crab sink rate (0–30m fishable range)
Target Species: Bream, flathead, trevally, snapper, bonefish, permit, redfish, whiting
Environments: Estuaries, sand flats, rubble bottoms, reef edges, shallow offshore structure
Pack Quantity: 1 lure
Colours: 11 natural crab colour patterns

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 9.5g version different from smaller Cranka Crabs?
It’s a larger, heavier model designed for deeper water, longer casts and targeting bigger species while maintaining the same lifelike crab behaviour.

How should I work the Cranka Crab 65mm?
Let it sink to the bottom, then use small hops and pauses to mimic a crab defending itself. Most bites occur as it sits motionless or crawls slowly.

Can I use this lure offshore or on flats?
Yes — it’s proven on flats species like trevally, bonefish and whiting, as well as light offshore structure where fish feed on crabs.

What tackle suits the 9.5g model?
Use a 2–5kg spin setup, 2500–3000 reel, PE 0.8–1.0 braid and 6–10lb fluorocarbon leader for casting control and hook-setting power.