Eliminate your rodent problem quickly and effectively with the Rat Zapper® Classic Rat Trap. From set-up and use through cleaning and maintenance, each zap will be a snap thanks to the easy-to-use design. This humane trap kills rodents using a high-voltage shock and since rats are able to restart their hearts, the shock is applied for 2 minutes to ensure higher kill rates. To get started, simply apply a high-protein bait in the provided bait cup, place the trap in a location with high rodent activity and turn it on.
Best Used For
Attics
Garages
Basements
Kitchens
High-Voltage Shock Humanely Kills Rodents
The Rat Zapper® Classic is equipped with smart circuit technology that senses when a rodent enters the trap. Once the rodent is inside, it steps on the metal plates, completing the circuit and the trap delivers a continuous high-voltage shock for 2 minutes to effectively eliminate rat invader. This trap is capable of eliminating up to 20 rats per set of fully charged batteries (4 “AA”).
LED Light Alerts
With the Rat Zapper® Classic Rat Trap, simplifying your pest control routine is a breeze. Each time the trap catches a rat, the light on top of the trap flashes green to indicate a kill. You’ll know when it’s time to empty your trap without having to check manually.
No-Touch Cleanup
With the Rat Zapper® Classic, cleanup is effortless! Unlike standard rat traps, you don’t have to touch or look at dead rodents. The rat is contained within the kill chamber, which hides it from sight, while the indicator light lets you know when it’s time to empty. After a kill, just tip the trap to discard the dead rodent into the trash without having to touch it.
How to Set the Rat Zapper® Classic Rat Trap
For your convenience, the Rat Zapper® Classic Rat Trap is very easy to use. Get your trap setup by following these four simple steps:
Add Bait - Apply a small amount of high-protein bait, such as peanut butter, to the back wall of the trap away from the metal plates using a Q-tip or other tool to avoid transferring your scent.
Insert Batteries - Remove the battery cover. Insert 4 “AA” batteries into the battery compartment before replacing the cover.
Place the Trap - Place the trap on a flat surface against a wall where you have seen signs of rodent activity. The trap should be placed lengthwise with the entrance nearest to the wall.
Turn On - Activate by flipping the switch to the “ON” position. A green light will blink once to indicate the trap is functioning properly.
Victor® Rat Zapper® Classic Rat Trap Product Details
Do you want to know more helpful details about the Victor® Rat Zapper® Classic Rat Trap? Take a closer look at the in-depth specifications for this product.
Victor® Rat Zapper® Classic Rat Trap
Model #
CRZC001
Available Sizes
1 Trap, 2 Traps, 3 Traps
Kills per Setting
1
Kills per Set of Batteries
20
Batteries Required
4 "AA” batteries
Kill Method
Humane, high-voltage shock
Alert Method
LED light
Indoors/Outdoors
Indoor use only
Materials
Plastic, metal
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.govwww.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Apply a small amount of high-protein bait, such as peanut butter, to the back wall of the trap away from the metal plates using a Q-tip or other tool to avoid transferring your scent.
Remove the battery cover. Insert 4 “AA” batteries into the battery compartment before replacing the cover
Position the trap on a flat surface against a wall where you have seen signs of rodent activity. The trap should be placed lengthwise with the entrance nearest to the wall.
Activate by flipping the switch to the “ON” position. A green light will blink once to indicate the trap is functioning properly
We have a chicken house and recently some rats moved in underneath. The Rat Zapper appears to have eradicated them. Its been several weeks and no more rats.
This product is very surprising in that it has caught some really big rats, so big that the whole tail is visible outside the entrance, and still worked for many more catches before needing batteries. For me, it is very handy that takes AA batteries because I use rechargeable batteries many times keeping a backup supply charging for changes. I originally had the silver unit with the light-up mouse plugin( fun to see them light up) but the C batteries did not seem to last. The 4 stars are because cleaning is a problem I have not found a good way to do that without damaging the unit.
Used to work great. Not so much anymore. These things cost way too much to malfunction.
1
Dec 14, 2022
I have purchased several of these traps over the years and mostly used them with great results. However the last two purchases (three traps at a time) I have made the traps have been mostly defective with the bait gone and the trap not blinking. My most recent purchase was to replace the defective ones I received on my the order before. Unfortunately I got more of the same.
Thank you for sharing this feedback. We're sorry to hear about this recent experience with these traps. These comments and concerns have been shared with our Product Manager for review. The traps have a one year replacement policy. Reach out to us directly for assistance.
Kate
Verified Buyer
no longer reliable?
3
Oct 24, 2022
Again, a few good catches, then no longer-this was a replacement for same issue? Do, very much, appreciate the generous customer service with the replacement. Have had many of these zappers over the years, and figured wore them out after MANY catches. May up the game regarding model we use?
Old model with the red blinking light was significantly better - new model only blinks green intermittently upon kill (12-15 seconds). It seems to be another case of cutting cost. Sometimes it doesn't''t blink at all....
Thank you for your comments. Your feedback has been shared with the Product Manager. The trap is covered under a 30-day return policy and a 1-year replacement policy. Please contact us directly for assistance.
Inshock!
I don't recommend this product
It didn't kill instantly and the rat bit the wire and died. Now it's stuck in there
1
Oct 4, 2022
I've had two for a few years stopped using them now I just broke them out and baited them. Rats were stealing the bag without getting shocked. This morning the alarm was blinking and there was a tail hanging out the back. I tried to shake it out and it wouldn't come out. I didn't want to look in there so I got some pliers and tried pulling on the tail I pulled a few times and pretty hard and then the tail came off with a long thread of insides! Gross! Looked inside and the rat had bit the wire! Evidently it did not kill him instantly so after he ate the bait he went for the wire. I can't deal with it I have to throw the whole thing away. The other one was set off and are still empty. ;-(
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear about this unusual experience! It is good to know that our traps are covered under a 30-day return policy and a 1-year replacement policy. Please give us a buzz at 855-584-2867 for assistance.
Jim
I don't recommend this product
A great concept in a very poorly designed product. Save your money.
1
Sep 21, 2022
On my third one of these now and won't be buying another one. They work great until they need cleaning. Cleaning is almost impossible leaving the unit with continual short circuits rendering the unit useless. And, yes, I've followed the recommended cleaning methods, brushes, alcohol, soaking etc. The retailer I purchased this last one from in fact no longer carries this product for the exact same reason. It's a return to the old reliable snap traps for me.
We are sorry to hear about this! Please keep in mind that our traps are backed by a one year replacement policy. Feel free to contact us directly for additional help!
My wife purchased this item for our chicken coop as the rats were coming in and eating the food....this was extremely easy to set up.. batteries in.. cover on... use long shishkabob skwer to put peanut butter at back of trap and turn on
Caught 2 rats the first week it was set up and thought " this things great"
AND IT HASNT WORKED SINCE!!
I tried cleaning w isopropol alcohol.. wiping off all the interior surfaces...looking with inspection mirror to see if anything was grounding the centre plate... and the critters run in and out like it's a buffet
OF COURSE warranty has expired now....and it wont even turn on now... 14 days after warranty expired
Save your $$$... these traps are a prime example of "planned obsolescence"
We are sorry to hear about this! How long have you had the trap? Based on your description, it sounds like it was less than a year. If this is the case, please contact us directly for additional help. We look forward to hearing from you!
