Duke Traps 0490 Coil Spring Foothold Trap 5.5 in Jaw Spread

Product Description

The DUKE TRAPS 0490 is a steel coil spring foothold trap designed to catch and restrain wild animals without killing them. The trap features a 5.5-inch jaw spread, making it sized for medium to large furbearers including bobcat, coyote, fox, lynx, and otter. Power is provided by a compact coil spring mechanism that delivers consistent, reliable closure. The all-steel construction keeps the trap durable through repeated use and exposure to outdoor conditions. Trapping professionals and wildlife control operators rely on foothold restraining devices like this one for efficient, targeted animal management in field conditions.

This trap is used in professional trapping, nuisance wildlife control, and regulated furbearer harvest programs. The 5.5-inch jaw spread is appropriate for medium-sized predators and semi-aquatic species commonly targeted in land and water sets. It is suitable for use in a wide range of terrain including wooded areas, agricultural land edges, and waterways. Wildlife control operators, licensed trappers, and animal damage control professionals are the primary users of this equipment.

Key Features

• 5.5-inch jaw spread sized for bobcat, coyote, fox, lynx, and otter
• Compact coil spring mechanism for consistent trap closure
• All-steel construction for durability in outdoor and wet environments
• Foothold restraining design holds animals alive for live-release or harvest
• Sold individually for flexible quantity purchasing

Compatibility

Designed as a standard coil spring foothold trap suitable for medium to large furbearers including bobcat, coyote, fox, lynx, and otter.

Installation Notes

Trap setting and deployment should be performed by licensed trappers or certified wildlife control operators in accordance with applicable state and local trapping regulations. Always de-tension the spring fully before making adjustments or transporting the trap. Use a trap setter tool to compress the coil springs safely and avoid hand injuries during the setting process. Check all set traps at the intervals required by local law.

Technical Specifications

• Jaw Spread: 5.5 inches
• Mechanism Type: Coil Spring
• Material: Steel
• Weight: 0.75 pounds
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 00011627004906

Standard Information

• Brand: DUKE TRAPS
• Manufacturer Part Number: 0490