Rapala · Topwater Lures
Rapala X-Rap Magnum 12, 2.5 oz, Hot Head
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Quick take
A 12-inch hard lure with a massive diving lip for reaching deep water on offshore trolling runs.
This Dorado X-Rap Magnum 30 weighs 2.5 ounces and has a long diving lip with a 30 foot running depth rating. It suits anglers who want a deep-diving plug for open-water trolling or casting. Pick this size when the fish you chase hold deeper than a shallow-running plug reaches.
Best for
- Trolling for wahoo, kingfish and tuna at speed
- Casting in deep structure from boats
- Situations where depth and speed are needed without weight
Skip if
- You fish shallow reefs; this lure dives too deep
- You need a subtle presentation; this lure is built for aggressive feeding
Strengths
- Massive diving lip reaches 15-30 feet without additional weight
- Handles trolling at 13 knots without lip collapse
- Hard plastic body resists teeth and rough saltwater rocks
Trade-offs
- 12 inches and 2.5 oz make it difficult to cast on spinning tackle
- Deep running profile means it does not work in shallow water
- Large treble hooks can foul easily if retrieved through kelp
Fishing fit
- Species
- Offshore pelagics
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Trolling
Specifications
| Type | diving topwater lure |
|---|---|
| Length | 12 in |
| Weight | 2.5 oz |
| Running depth | 15-30 ft |
| Trolling speed | up to 13 knots |
| Hooks | VMC 4X perma steel |
How deep and around what
It runs down to 30 ft, in the deep zone, along drop-offs and rock.
- Surface
- Shallow (to 5 ft)
- Mid (5 to 12 ft)
- Deep (12 to 25 ft) (this product)
- Very deep (over 25 ft)
- Maximum diving depth
- 30 ft
- Depth zone
- Deep (12 to 25 ft)
- Cover
- Open water
- Rock
- Drop-offs
Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the size your rod and line can cast, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Lure weight | Maximum diving depth | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapala X-Rap Magnum 12, 2.5 oz, Hot Head | Lure weight:2 1/2 oz | Maximum diving depth:30 ft | Color:Dorado | Suits:Deep (12 to 25 ft) |
| Rapala X-Rap Magnum Lure, 2.5 oz, Silver | Lure weight:2 1/2 oz | Maximum diving depth:30 ft | Color:Silver | Suits:Deep (12 to 25 ft), clear and stained water |
| Rapala X-Rap Magnum Lure, Bluefin Trevally | Lure weight:— | Maximum diving depth:— | Color:Bluefin Trevally | Suits:Offshore pelagics |
About this type
A lure is an artificial bait that draws a strike with its shape, color and movement.
Each kind is built for certain depths and ways of fishing.
Weight decides how far a lure casts and what rod and line it needs; color changes how visible it is in the water.
Facts
| Lure weight | 2 1/2 oz |
|---|---|
| Minimum diving depth | 15 ft |
| Maximum diving depth | 30 ft |
| Lip | Long |
| Color | Dorado |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 2 1/2 oz.
How deep does it run?
It runs to a maximum depth of 30 ft.
What color is this version?
This version is Dorado.
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