Zman Prawnz Elite Lure 5 Inch

A big-profile, pre-rigged prawn soft plastic that combines realistic movement, added sound and a controlled sink for targeting barramundi, mulloway, mangrove jack, snapper and other serious predators.

The Zman Prawnz Elite Lure 5 Inch is built for Australian estuary, inshore and impoundment anglers who want the presence of a larger prawn presentation around structure and deeper water. Its segmented body, fine legs and antennae create natural movement on the fall, while the buoyant ElaZtech construction helps maintain a convincing tail-up posture when the lure pauses.

A 1/2oz internal weight provides casting weight and a controlled sink for fishing current, depth and structure, while the built-in glass rattle adds subtle acoustic attraction in stained water, low light and night conditions. Pre-rigged with a Mustad UltraPoint 5/0 hook, the Prawnz Elite can be slow rolled, lifted and dropped or worked with long draws and pauses around mangrove edges, bridge pylons, rock bars, reefs and impoundment structure.

Key Benefits

• Realistic 5 Inch Prawn Profile – Segmented body, fine legs and antennae create subtle movement that imitates a large prawn.
• 1/2oz Internal Weight – Provides additional casting weight and a controlled sink for fishing deeper water, wind and current.
• Built-In Glass Rattle – Adds subtle sound to help attract predators in dirty water, low-light conditions and night sessions.
• Tail-Up Buoyancy – Buoyant ElaZtech helps keep the tail elevated on the pause for a natural prawn-style presentation.
• 10X Tough ElaZtech – Durable, stretchy soft plastic construction is designed to withstand repeated encounters with hard-fighting predators.
• Pre-Rigged Mustad UltraPoint Hook – Supplied ready to fish with a strong 5/0 hook matched to the large prawn profile.
• Versatile Retrieve Options – Effective with lift-and-drop retrieves, long draws, pauses and slow rolls depending on depth and fish behaviour.

Product Information

• Brand: Zman
• Model: Prawnz Elite 5 Inch
• Length: 5 inches
• Weight: 1/2oz internal weight
• Material: 10X Tough ElaZtech
• Action: Tail kick with quivering legs and antennae; tail-up posture at rest
• Sink Rate: Moderate
• Target Species: Barramundi, mulloway, mangrove jack, snapper, threadfin and cod
• Technique: Lift-and-drop, long draw and pause, slow roll
• Environment: Estuaries, mangrove edges, bridge pylons, rock bars, reefs and impoundments
• Pack Quantity: 1 lure

Expert Advice

The 5 Inch Prawnz Elite is particularly useful when predators are feeding on larger prawns or you need enough weight to maintain contact in current and deeper water. Around barra and mangrove jack structure, work it with controlled lifts and pauses rather than rushing the retrieve, allowing the prawn to settle naturally between movements. For mulloway and snapper, long draws followed by a controlled fall can keep the lure close to productive bottom structure. A 4–10kg rod matched with a 3000–4000 spinning reel or suitable baitcast outfit, 15–30lb braid and 20–40lb fluorocarbon leader provides a practical starting point, with leader strength adjusted for structure and target species. Store ElaZtech separately from conventional PVC soft plastics and avoid excessive heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What species is the Zman Prawnz Elite 5 Inch designed for?

The larger 5 Inch Prawnz Elite is suited to predators including barramundi, mulloway, mangrove jack, snapper, threadfin and cod. Its larger prawn profile is particularly useful when fish are feeding on substantial crustaceans or when you want a more noticeable presentation.

How should I retrieve the Zman Prawnz Elite 5 Inch?

Try a lift-and-drop retrieve with pauses, a long draw followed by a controlled fall, or a steady slow roll along structure and edges. The segmented body, legs and antennae provide movement while the buoyant ElaZtech helps create a tail-up posture during pauses.

Is the Prawnz Elite 5 Inch suitable for barramundi fishing?

Yes. The 5 Inch Prawnz Elite is designed for larger predators including barramundi and can be worked around mangrove edges, rock bars, bridge pylons and impoundment structure. Its 1/2oz internal weight also helps with casting and maintaining control in deeper water and current.

Does the Zman Prawnz Elite come ready to fish?

Yes. The lure is pre-rigged with a 1/2oz internal weight, built-in glass rattle and Mustad UltraPoint 5/0 hook, so it can be tied on and fished straight from the packet. Each pack contains one lure.