Bandit Lure 4-8' 2" 1/4oz Citrus Shad

The Bandit Lure 4-8' 2" 1/4oz Citrus Shad is a diving crankbait built to handle multiple freshwater species with a proven design that's earned its place in serious anglers' tackle boxes. At 2 inches and a quarter ounce, this bait reaches depths down to 8 feet—deep enough to hunt bass, pike, and other predators holding in structure without being so bulky that it sacrifices castability or natural action. The Citrus Shad pattern delivers a realistic forage profile that triggers strikes in clear to moderately stained water.

What makes the Bandit 200 series a workhorse is its balance of construction quality and snag-awareness. The crankbait design minimizes hang-ups in weeds and around cover while still diving confidently to target depth, so you spend more time fishing and less time picking out vegetation. Whether you're working shallow grass beds, mid-depth transitions, or the deeper edges of channels and drop-offs, this lure's versatile depth range and compact profile make it a logical choice for anglers who want one effective bait that handles variable conditions.

The Citrus Shad finish works especially well in clearer water and during periods when natural baitfish are prevalent. Its visual appeal combined with the lure's swimming action gives it genuine crossover appeal—it's equally at home in smallmouth lakes, largemouth impoundments, and river systems where pike patrol structure. If you fish moving water or need a lure that searches multiple depth zones without oversizing your tackle, this Bandit offering delivers simplicity and reliability.

Key Features

• Dives to approximately 8 feet, covering productive mid-depth structure
• Compact 2-inch, 1/4oz profile for natural casting and sustained action
• Snag-resistant design minimizes fouling in weeds and wood
• Citrus Shad finish for clear-water visibility and baitfish imitation
• Proven crankbait construction for multi-species appeal

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish species will the Bandit Lure work for?

The Bandit 200 is designed as a multi-species lure and is effective on bass, pike, and other freshwater predators that feed on small baitfish in the 4–8 foot depth range.

How deep does this crankbait dive?

This lure reaches diving depths of approximately 8 feet, making it suitable for targeting fish holding in mid-depth structure and drop-offs.

Is the Citrus Shad color good for clear water?

Yes—the Citrus Shad pattern is a realistic forage imitation that performs well in clear to moderately stained water where fish can see the bait's profile and detail.

Will this lure snag in weeds and cover?

The Bandit 200 is designed with a snag-resistant profile that minimizes fouling in vegetation and around wood cover, allowing you to fish structure confidently without constant hang-ups.