Minnesota Brand MB-550 Coil-Spring Trap

The offset jaw design leaves a small gap when the trap closes, which allows for a higher, more secure grip on the animal's foot while reducing the risk of bone breakage. This feature is specifically engineered to improve humane capture outcomes for medium-sized predators.

Yes, the pan tension is adjustable depending on your setup. Out of the box, the 2-coil configuration provides 2.5 lbs of tension, while upgrading to a 4-coil setup increases that tension to 4.1 lbs, allowing you to fine-tune the trap for specific target species.

Absolutely. The MB-550 is widely considered a standard for coyote trapping due to its heavy-duty cast jaw construction and reliable Paws-I-Trip pan system. It is robust enough to handle the strength of a coyote while remaining sensitive enough for smaller predators like fox or raccoon.

The stainless steel night latch dog provides a consistent, crisp trigger break that resists rust and corrosion over time. This ensures the trap remains reliable and sensitive even when exposed to harsh, wet, or freezing field conditions.

The MB-550 features a 5.5-inch jaw spread with an inside jaw spread of 4.75 inches. This size is optimized for a solid, high-leverage hold on medium-sized animals, balancing a wide enough catch area with a compact footprint that is easy to bed in the field.