Rapala Crush City The Infiltrator Lure 5 Inch

Built for Australian predators and bigger baitfish presentations, the Rapala Crush City The Infiltrator 5 Inch delivers natural slow-speed swimming action that transforms into an aggressive nervous shimmy when you increase the pace.

The Rapala Crush City The Infiltrator 5 Inch is the larger model in this versatile soft plastic swimbait range. At its heart is Rapala's patented FlexLock Technology, engineered to produce a smooth, natural swimming motion even on the slowest retrieves. Speed it up and the front bib creates secondary action, generating a nervous shimmy through the body that provides a completely different presentation for active predators.

A secondary rear bib provides balance and control, helping the 5 inch Infiltrator maintain its swimming action through different retrieve styles. High-density mineral powder is incorporated into the belly, while baitfish scent adds further appeal. Designed specifically for Australian freshwater and saltwater species, the Infiltrator can be slow rolled, burned around structure, fished wind and fall or strolled to keep its larger baitfish profile working in the strike zone.

Key Benefits

• Patented FlexLock Technology – Produces smooth and natural swimming movement even at very slow retrieve speeds.
• 5 Inch Baitfish Presentation – Provides a larger profile when predators are feeding on more substantial forage.
• Speed-Responsive Action – Increasing retrieve speed generates a nervous shimmy through the lure's body for a more aggressive presentation.
• Front Bib – Creates secondary action and helps bring the Infiltrator to life as retrieve speed changes.
• Rear Stabilising Bib – Adds balance and control while enhancing the lure's swimming performance.
• High-Density Mineral Powder – Incorporated into the belly section as part of the lure's specialised design.
• Baitfish Scent – Adds scent appeal alongside the lure's natural baitfish movement.
• Versatile Retrieve Options – Designed for slow rolling, burning around structure, wind-and-fall retrieves and strolling.
• Built For Aussie Predators – Developed for species including Australian bass, saratoga, Murray cod, mangrove jack, flathead, bream and other saltwater predators.
• Eight Colour Options – The colour range caters for muddy and rain-stained estuaries, clear water, bright midday conditions and low light.

Product Information

• Brand: Rapala
• Model: Crush City The Infiltrator
• Length: 5 Inch
• Material: Super T.P.E
• Scent: Baitfish scent infused
• Target Species: Australian bass, saratoga, Murray cod, mangrove jack, flathead, bream and other freshwater and saltwater predators
• Technique: Slow rolling, burning structure, wind and fall, strolling
• Environment: Freshwater and saltwater
• Pack Quantity: 2

Expert Advice

The 5 Inch Infiltrator gives you plenty of scope to alter the presentation without constantly changing lures. Slow roll it when you want the larger baitfish profile swimming naturally through the strike zone, then increase retrieve speed when fish are active to activate the more nervous body shimmy. Burning it past structure can create a faster reaction-style presentation, while wind-and-fall retrieves are worth trying when fish are positioned deeper. Strolling is another useful way to keep the lure moving naturally through productive water. Choose your jighead, braid and leader according to the target species, structure, current and depth rather than lure size alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What species can I target with the Rapala Infiltrator 5 Inch?

The Infiltrator was designed specifically for Australian predators. Rapala identifies Australian bass, saratoga and Murray cod in freshwater, plus mangrove jack, flathead, bream and a broad range of other saltwater species as potential targets.

What is the difference between the 3 Inch and 5 Inch Rapala Infiltrator?

Both sizes use the same core Infiltrator concept, including FlexLock Technology and the front and rear bib system. The 5 Inch version provides the larger baitfish profile, while the 3 Inch model offers a smaller presentation. The 5 Inch comes with two lures per pack, compared with six in the 3 Inch pack.

Can the 5 Inch Infiltrator be slow rolled?

Yes. Slow rolling is one of the retrieve styles specifically recommended for the Infiltrator. Its FlexLock Technology is designed to produce smooth, natural swimming movement even on very slow retrieves.

How does retrieve speed change the action of the Infiltrator?

At slower speeds, the Infiltrator produces a smooth and natural swimming motion. Increase the retrieve speed and the front bib generates secondary action, creating a nervous shimmy through the body that can be used for a more aggressive presentation.