Z-MAN BIG TRD 4" 6ct Molting Craw
The Z-Man BIG TRD 4" Molting Craw is a soft plastic lure built on the proven Ned Rig profile that bass anglers have relied on for years—but with an extended 4-inch body designed to appeal to bigger fish. If you've had success with traditional Ned Rig presentations but want to target larger bass, this elongated craw gives you that option without abandoning the buoyancy, softness, and durability that make the TRD so effective on finesse rigs and drop-shot setups.
The molting craw color pattern mimics a freshwater crayfish in a vulnerable state, triggering aggressive strikes when bass are keying on crawdad forage. The increased profile keeps the lure in the strike zone longer on the fall and gives it a more substantial silhouette that draws attention from quality bass. Z-Man's material stays supple and lifelike in the water while resisting tearing and tooth marks, so you can work through multiple bass without replacing the bait constantly.
Whether you're working shallow cover, suspending in mid-water, or dragging the bottom, the Big TRD craw delivers the same intuitive action as its smaller cousins but at a scale that separates keeper bites from short strikes. Six baits per pack means you've got enough to work an entire session without worrying about running out.
Key Features
- 4-inch soft plastic body for targeting larger bass
- Proven Ned Rig profile with excellent buoyancy
- Molting craw color imitates vulnerable crawfish
- Soft, durable material resists tearing and maintains lifelike action
- Six baits per pack
- Works on finesse rigs, drop-shot setups, and Ned Rig presentations
Specifications
| Length | 4 inches |
| Pack Count | 6 baits |
| Color | Molting Craw |
| Lure Type | Soft plastic craw |
Frequently Asked Questions
What rigs work with the Big TRD 4" Molting Craw?
This lure is designed around the Ned Rig profile, so it works on traditional Ned Rig setups. It also performs well on drop-shot rigs and finesse presentations where you want a larger profile.
Why choose the 4-inch Big TRD over a standard Ned Rig bait?
The extended 4-inch body is built to appeal to bigger bass while keeping the buoyancy and softness that make the TRD profile so reliable. It's ideal when you want to upsize your presentation without changing your whole approach.
How many baits are in a pack?
Each pack contains six baits.
Is the molting craw color realistic for crawfish imitation?
Yes—the molting craw color is designed to mimic a freshwater crayfish in a molting phase, when they're in a vulnerable state and more likely to trigger a strike from bass feeding on crawdad forage.

