
Availability: In Stock
The Rapala DT Series 3/4 Parrot is a hard-body diving crankbait built from premium balsa wood and engineered to reach its target depth fast and hold it longer than comparable crankbaits. If you're a bass, pike, or musky hunter looking to cover water systematically and maximize time in the strike zone, this is a workhorse bait that rewards long casts with extended depth control.
What sets the DT series apart is the combination of high-grade balsa construction—sourced from the top seven percent of available wood—and a precisely engineered weight distribution. The thin polycarbonate lip digs hard on the retrieve, pulling the bait down to depth quickly, while the tapered body and slim tail design create the natural side-to-side swimming motion balsa crankbaits are known for. The bait is weighted to rest nose-down, meaning it descends immediately when you stop the retrieve, and thanks to that geometry, you can cast it out to around 150 feet without fatigue.
The 3/4-inch Parrot finish comes with a tuned internal baritone rattle that projects the right frequency for attracting fish. Eyes are finished with 3D holographic detail to catch light and trigger strikes. Each lure ships with premium VMC black nickel hooks and arrives hand-tuned and tank-tested, so it swims true straight out of the box—no adjustments needed.
This is the kind of diving crankbait you reach for when you need to probe structure at a consistent depth and fish efficiently across multiple zones. Balsa construction makes it pull easier than composite alternatives at depth, so longer days on the water don't wear you down.
| Size | 3/4 inch |
| Type | Diving Crankbait |
| Construction Material | Balsa Wood |
| Lip Material | Ultra-thin Polycarbonate |
| Hook | Premium VMC Black Nickel |
| Interior Feature | Baritone Rattle |
| Eye Finish | 3D Holographic |
| Color Pattern | Parrot |
| Casting Distance | Approximately 150 feet |
The DT series is engineered to dive fast to a preset depth and remain in the strike zone. The exact depth varies with retrieve speed and line type, but the bait's nose-down resting position and thin lip design ensure rapid descent and consistent depth holding once established.
The balsa construction, swimming action, and rattle make this crankbait effective for a wide range of predatory fish. The size and finish are versatile enough for bass, pike, musky, and other species that hunt baitfish-sized prey.
No. Each DT Series bait is hand-tuned and tank-tested at the factory to swim perfectly right out of the box, so it's ready to cast and fish immediately upon arrival.
Balsa wood, especially the premium grade used in the DT series, delivers a natural side-to-side swimming action that composite materials cannot replicate. It also pulls with less resistance at depth, reducing fatigue on long casting days and allowing you to maintain contact and feel throughout the retrieve.

SKU: 127815342 • Weight: 0.25oz





Availability: In Stock
The Rapala DT Series 3/4 Parrot is a hard-body diving crankbait built from premium balsa wood and engineered to reach its target depth fast and hold it longer than comparable crankbaits. If you're a bass, pike, or musky hunter looking to cover water systematically and maximize time in the strike zone, this is a workhorse bait that rewards long casts with extended depth control.
What sets the DT series apart is the combination of high-grade balsa construction—sourced from the top seven percent of available wood—and a precisely engineered weight distribution. The thin polycarbonate lip digs hard on the retrieve, pulling the bait down to depth quickly, while the tapered body and slim tail design create the natural side-to-side swimming motion balsa crankbaits are known for. The bait is weighted to rest nose-down, meaning it descends immediately when you stop the retrieve, and thanks to that geometry, you can cast it out to around 150 feet without fatigue.
The 3/4-inch Parrot finish comes with a tuned internal baritone rattle that projects the right frequency for attracting fish. Eyes are finished with 3D holographic detail to catch light and trigger strikes. Each lure ships with premium VMC black nickel hooks and arrives hand-tuned and tank-tested, so it swims true straight out of the box—no adjustments needed.
This is the kind of diving crankbait you reach for when you need to probe structure at a consistent depth and fish efficiently across multiple zones. Balsa construction makes it pull easier than composite alternatives at depth, so longer days on the water don't wear you down.
| Size | 3/4 inch |
| Type | Diving Crankbait |
| Construction Material | Balsa Wood |
| Lip Material | Ultra-thin Polycarbonate |
| Hook | Premium VMC Black Nickel |
| Interior Feature | Baritone Rattle |
| Eye Finish | 3D Holographic |
| Color Pattern | Parrot |
| Casting Distance | Approximately 150 feet |
The DT series is engineered to dive fast to a preset depth and remain in the strike zone. The exact depth varies with retrieve speed and line type, but the bait's nose-down resting position and thin lip design ensure rapid descent and consistent depth holding once established.
The balsa construction, swimming action, and rattle make this crankbait effective for a wide range of predatory fish. The size and finish are versatile enough for bass, pike, musky, and other species that hunt baitfish-sized prey.
No. Each DT Series bait is hand-tuned and tank-tested at the factory to swim perfectly right out of the box, so it's ready to cast and fish immediately upon arrival.
Balsa wood, especially the premium grade used in the DT series, delivers a natural side-to-side swimming action that composite materials cannot replicate. It also pulls with less resistance at depth, reducing fatigue on long casting days and allowing you to maintain contact and feel throughout the retrieve.
SKU: 127815342 • Weight: 0.25oz
