Description

Rapala CountDown® Magnum® Elite 185: The Apex Predator´s Downfall
Unleash the next generation of big game performance with the Rapala CountDown® Magnum® Elite 185. Engineered for the most demanding blue-water environments and the most ferocious predatory fish, this lure sets a new standard in durability, action, and fish-catching capability. Building on a world-renowned legacy, the Magnum® Elite is the ultimate tool for anglers targeting trophy-sized species.
The true genius of this lure lies in its controlled sinking action, the signature of the Rapala CountDown® method. This precision-engineered feature allows you to consistently and repeatedly target fish holding at specific depths. Cast out, and as the lure descends, count it down – one foot per second – to your desired zone. Whether the giants are lurking in the mid-water column or hugging the reef structure, the Magnum® Elite puts you in complete control, allowing you to present the lure exactly where it needs to be. This repeatable, depth-specific presentation is a game-changer, turning speculative casts into strategic strikes.
Unmatched Durability for Epic Battles
Built upon the legendary durability and world-record producing classic Rapala “Wounded-Minnow” action of the Magnum®, the CountDown® Magnum® Elite has a tough Abachi wood body and is constructed to be more heavy-duty for handling the most powerful predator species. Utilizing premium hardware, including 3X VMC® ultra sharp saltwater hooks, this lure swims true at higher speeds, cast or trolled. Its robust, through-wire construction ensures that the lure maintains its integrity against the bone-jarring strikes and powerful runs of tuna, wahoo, and giant trevally. This lure isn´t just designed to attract big fish; it´s built to conquer them.
The iconic wounded-minnow wobble is more pronounced and stable than ever, creating an irresistible signal to predators from a distance. Its perfect balance allows for exceptional performance whether you are casting long distances to surface boils or trolling at high speeds up to 13 knots without rolling or kicking out. The Magnum® Elite maintains its seductive swimming action, mimicking a distressed baitfish that triggers an instinctive predatory response. Finished with a new range of modern, saltwater-specific patterns with metallic-plated bodies and realistic HD printing, it offers maximum flash and attraction in all water conditions.
Part of the substantial 151-205 mm lure class and falling within the 50-99 gr weight range, the 185 mm, 78 g model is a formidable offering that perfectly imitates large baitfish, presenting an unmissable meal for apex predators.
Technical Specifications:
* Model: CountDown® Magnum® Elite 185
* Category: Lures / Minnows
* Body Length: 185 mm
* Weight: 78 g
* Type: Controlled Sinking / CountDown
* Running Depth: 3.9 – 4.8 m
* Construction: Heavy-Duty Abachi Wood Body with Through-Wire Design
* Action: Magnum® “Wounded-Minnow” Wobble
* Application: High-Speed Trolling & Casting
* Target Species: Tuna, Giant Trevally (GT), Wahoo, Kingfish, Tarpon, and other large saltwater gamefish AMFT|AMRHU|AMGH|AMCH|AMRRB|AMGM|AMSRD|AMSB|AMD|AMSM|AMHPU|AMWHU|AMFFU|AMCG|AMPM