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product_id: 116468980
title: "WCS Shorty Tube Squirrel Trap - Compact 7.5\" x 4.5\" Steel Tunnel Trap with Double-Torsion Spring - Zero Clearance Strike for Squirrels, Chipmunks & Rats - Professional Pest Control"
brand: "wcs"
price: "€ 111.24"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Wcs"
url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/116468980-wcs-shorty-tube-squirrel-trap-compact-7-5-x-4
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# Compact 7.5" x 4.5" fits tight spaces Zero clearance strike for squirrels & rodents 21-gauge steel with double-torsion spring WCS Shorty Tube Squirrel Trap - Compact 7.5" x 4.5" Steel Tunnel Trap with Double-Torsion Spring - Zero Clearance Strike for Squirrels, Chipmunks & Rats - Professional Pest Control

**Brand:** wcs
**Price:** € 111.24
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐿️ Trap the problem before it traps you — compact power for serious pest control!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** WCS Shorty Tube Squirrel Trap - Compact 7.5" x 4.5" Steel Tunnel Trap with Double-Torsion Spring - Zero Clearance Strike for Squirrels, Chipmunks & Rats - Professional Pest Control by wcs
- **How much does it cost?** € 111.24 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/116468980-wcs-shorty-tube-squirrel-trap-compact-7-5-x-4)

## Best For

- wcs enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted wcs brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Safety First Setup:** Includes a safety hook to prevent accidental discharge—professional-grade protection for your hands.
- • **Pro-Approved Precision:** Zero clearance strike zone maximizes catch rate on squirrels, chipmunks, and rats alike.
- • **Built to Last & Deliver:** Heavy-duty 21-gauge steel and double-torsion spring ensure lethal, no-escape strikes every time.
- • **Fits Where Others Can't:** Compact 7.5" x 4.5" design slips into crawl spaces, narrow fence lines, and under decks effortlessly.
- • **Bait Smarter, Catch Faster:** Innovative baiting methods focus rodents on the trigger, boosting your success rate dramatically.

## Overview

The WCS Shorty Tube Squirrel Trap is a compact, professional-grade pest control solution designed for tight spaces where larger traps fail. Crafted from durable 21-gauge steel with a powerful double-torsion spring, it delivers a zero clearance strike to ensure no escapes. Trusted by wildlife pros since 1998, it includes a safety hook for secure setup and supports advanced baiting techniques to maximize effectiveness against squirrels, chipmunks, and rats.

## Description

desertcart.com : WCS Shorty Tube Squirrel Trap - Compact 7.5" x 4.5" Steel Tunnel Trap with Double-Torsion Spring - Zero Clearance Strike for Squirrels, Chipmunks & Rats - Professional Pest Control : Patio, Lawn & Garden

Review: effective and easy - It works. Easier and less scary to use than I thought it would be and thank you for the excellent safety hook. Somehow even though it's a cylinder it doesn't roll or push around if you set it on the ground to arm it. A big red squirrel may require additional measures in order to maintain your moral standing and peace within your soul, however that's as easy as pressing the ouchie bar down a smidge and re-releasing it, then the job is complete. (Firearms are not an option though I would prefer as that feels more humane but I have close neighbors). I hate to do this but these creatures mustn't be living in my walls and other measures such as peppermint and JBL speakers playing hawk, tiger, and dog noises were not doing the job. Luckily the trap can be heard from inside my house so the victim can be dealt with quickly. Pros: easy to use, good force behind it, safety hook, easy to trigger but not so easy that you can't look at it without setting it off. Cons: shape of ouchie bar - the actual action piece covers a small area which may result in unfinished jobs, however you can finish the job yourself using only the trap itself with little fuss or mess so it hasn't been a big issue for me personally. To be fair, the creature was very securely trapped and injured and would have passed on its own, however that would have taken time which I do not think is OK to knowlingly allow when I'm present and aware and can speed that up.
Review: Well, it definitely works. - I live in an area where squirrels are taking over. They were getting on my house, & I was afraid they would make their way into the attic & then I'd have to pay good money to for an exterminator, so that led to this. I taped up one end of this tube, to give them one way to enter. I put shelled peanuts in the very back of the tube up against the tape, so the peanuts wouldn't move. I stuck a little peanut butter on one of the peanuts & I set the trap. This trap is not the easiest to set, but it's doable & takes some getting used to. Definitely use the safety hook! It is your friend. Be careful! This thing is pretty powerful. U can definitely hurt yourself if you're not careful. Now, the trap is set & I stick it below a tree where a few squirrels nest. After about 4 hours, I got the first squirrel. I set it again & exactly the same results. After 9 squirrels, it's safe to say that this trap works.. One week & 9 squirrels. I probably could have gotten more if I were quick to reset the trap. I take no delight in doing this at all. It definitely takes a toll on u. You literally have to move the trap mechanism all the way back to the set position to shake it so some of these squirrels will come out. The squirrels get caught in all kinds of different positions too. The truth is the trap works. Not one squirrel survived this trap. The only problem is depending on the position the squirrel gets caught in, that depends on how quickly they pass. In a perfect situation, this trap gets them at the head & neck for instant success. Sometimes the squirrels will get half way through or even less & it's takes them way longer to expire. That's a bit ridiculous & I have no idea how many weren't instant, but I know one for sure wasn't.. All in all, it will do the job, but sometimes it can be brutal. On an extermination factor, I give it a 5. On an easy to set factor it's about a 3. With that said, I give it a 4, but it will do the job for sure.

## Features

- COMPACT SIZE FOR TIGHT SPACES - At just 7.5" long x 4.5" diameter, the Shorty Tube Trap fits where larger traps cannot - tight corners, crawl spaces, narrow fence lines, under decks. Sized for squirrels, chipmunks, rats, and similar small to medium rodents. When the standard 15" tube will not fit, this is your solution.
- POWERFUL 21-GAUGE STEEL CONSTRUCTION - Zero clearance strike means no escapes. The double-torsion spring delivers decisive, lethal results. Weighs 2 lbs - solid and weatherproof. NOTE: This compact trap requires more hand strength to set than our longer Easy Set model due to shorter leverage. See setup video in images.
- SHIPS WITH SAFETY HOOK - Double-torsion spring delivers lethal force - the included safety hook prevents accidental discharge during setup. CAUTION: This is a KILL trap, not humane capture. Keep away from children and pets. Works baited or unbaited - the enclosed tube naturally attracts curious squirrels who want to run through or hide inside.
- PRO BAITING TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS - Method 1: Smear paste bait (peanut butter) on trigger pan, press sunflower seeds into it, cover with 1/4" hardware cloth to make squirrels work for it. Method 2: Flip trap over BEFORE setting, smear paste bait on ceiling above pan, flip back and set. Both methods focus squirrels on bait, not trigger. Tape one end closed for one-way entry.
- TRUSTED BY PROFESSIONALS SINCE 1998 - WCS supplies biologists, pest control operators, and wildlife management pros. This is the same gear working professionals use. Need easier setup? Check our 15" Easy Set Tube Trap with adjustable tension settings. Need bulk? Multi-packs available for larger infestations.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07HY59XR9 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #146,006 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #1,928 in Pest Control Traps |
| Brand Name | WCS |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (184) |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Manufacturer | WCS |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Style Name | Classic |
| Target Species | Squirrel |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** WCS
- **Is Electric:** Yes
- **Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Number of Pieces:** 1
- **Style:** Classic
- **Target Species:** Squirrel
- **Unit Count:** 1.0 Count

## Images

![WCS Shorty Tube Squirrel Trap - Compact 7.5" x 4.5" Steel Tunnel Trap with Double-Torsion Spring - Zero Clearance Strike for Squirrels, Chipmunks & Rats - Professional Pest Control - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51hTKZxh42L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ effective and easy
*by J***S on November 5, 2025*

It works. Easier and less scary to use than I thought it would be and thank you for the excellent safety hook. Somehow even though it's a cylinder it doesn't roll or push around if you set it on the ground to arm it. A big red squirrel may require additional measures in order to maintain your moral standing and peace within your soul, however that's as easy as pressing the ouchie bar down a smidge and re-releasing it, then the job is complete. (Firearms are not an option though I would prefer as that feels more humane but I have close neighbors). I hate to do this but these creatures mustn't be living in my walls and other measures such as peppermint and JBL speakers playing hawk, tiger, and dog noises were not doing the job. Luckily the trap can be heard from inside my house so the victim can be dealt with quickly. Pros: easy to use, good force behind it, safety hook, easy to trigger but not so easy that you can't look at it without setting it off. Cons: shape of ouchie bar - the actual action piece covers a small area which may result in unfinished jobs, however you can finish the job yourself using only the trap itself with little fuss or mess so it hasn't been a big issue for me personally. To be fair, the creature was very securely trapped and injured and would have passed on its own, however that would have taken time which I do not think is OK to knowlingly allow when I'm present and aware and can speed that up.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well, it definitely works.
*by G***T on April 26, 2024*

I live in an area where squirrels are taking over. They were getting on my house, & I was afraid they would make their way into the attic & then I'd have to pay good money to for an exterminator, so that led to this. I taped up one end of this tube, to give them one way to enter. I put shelled peanuts in the very back of the tube up against the tape, so the peanuts wouldn't move. I stuck a little peanut butter on one of the peanuts & I set the trap. This trap is not the easiest to set, but it's doable & takes some getting used to. Definitely use the safety hook! It is your friend. Be careful! This thing is pretty powerful. U can definitely hurt yourself if you're not careful. Now, the trap is set & I stick it below a tree where a few squirrels nest. After about 4 hours, I got the first squirrel. I set it again & exactly the same results. After 9 squirrels, it's safe to say that this trap works.. One week & 9 squirrels. I probably could have gotten more if I were quick to reset the trap. I take no delight in doing this at all. It definitely takes a toll on u. You literally have to move the trap mechanism all the way back to the set position to shake it so some of these squirrels will come out. The squirrels get caught in all kinds of different positions too. The truth is the trap works. Not one squirrel survived this trap. The only problem is depending on the position the squirrel gets caught in, that depends on how quickly they pass. In a perfect situation, this trap gets them at the head & neck for instant success. Sometimes the squirrels will get half way through or even less & it's takes them way longer to expire. That's a bit ridiculous & I have no idea how many weren't instant, but I know one for sure wasn't.. All in all, it will do the job, but sometimes it can be brutal. On an extermination factor, I give it a 5. On an easy to set factor it's about a 3. With that said, I give it a 4, but it will do the job for sure.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Product!
*by A***X on February 11, 2026*

This trap is fantastic! I duct taped one end shut as someone suggested. I baited it with birdseed & sunflower seeds. I wired it to a fence post and set it on a patio block on the ground. Very effective for rabbits too! Highly recommend.

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