Flipping Timmy Possum Trap

NZ-Made Humane Possum Trap – Quick to Set, Clear & Reset

The Flipping Timmy Possum Trap takes the traditional mechanical possum trap and redesigns it for easier, cleaner and more convenient trapping.

Designed, manufactured and assembled in New Zealand, the Flipping Timmy has been independently tested and passed the NAWAC humane trap testing guidelines, making it an excellent choice for landowners looking for an effective toxin-free method of controlling possums.

Its vertical mounting system allows the trap to be installed on a tree, post or pole at a comfortable working height, eliminating the need to repeatedly bend down when baiting, setting or clearing the trap.

One of its standout features is the lanyard-operated release system. Once a possum has been caught, there is no need to handle the animal to remove it from the trap. Simply pull the lanyard and the catch is released to the ground for disposal.

Built using stainless steel components and UV-stabilised polymers, the Flipping Timmy is designed for long-term outdoor use with an engineered service life of 10+ years.

Key Benefits

• Passed NAWAC humane trap testing guidelines
• Specifically designed for possum control
• 100% designed, manufactured and assembled in New Zealand
• Toxin-free mechanical control
• Vertical mounting on trees, posts and poles
• Convenient working-height installation
• Lanyard-operated setting and release
• Catch can be released without touching it
• Flexible baiting system
• Unique fine-set sensitivity adjustment
• Stainless steel metal components resist rust
• UV-stabilised polymer construction
• Maintenance-free design
• Engineered for a 10+ year service life
• Quickly clear, rebait and reset the trap
• Instructions included

How Does the Flipping Timmy Work?

The Flipping Timmy is a mechanical kill trap designed specifically around the behaviour and size of possums.

Rather than positioning the trap horizontally on the ground, the unit is mounted vertically on a tree, post or suitable pole.

Bait is positioned inside the trap to encourage the possum to interact with the trigger mechanism. Once correctly set, activation releases the trap’s mechanical killing mechanism.

After a capture, the design allows the trap to be cleared using the external lanyard.

This means the basic trapping process becomes:

Mount → Bait → Set → Capture → Release → Rebait → Reset

The trap can then remain in the same location ready for continued possum control.

Passed NAWAC Humane Trap Testing Guidelines

An important feature of the Flipping Timmy is its independently tested performance.

The trap has passed the NAWAC humane trap testing guidelines.

This provides customers with considerably more information about the trap’s humane performance than simply describing it as a “humane” possum trap.

When correctly installed, baited and operated according to the supplied instructions, it provides a mechanical, toxin-free option for possum control.

No Need to Touch the Catch

Clearing traditional traps can be one of the less pleasant parts of trapping.

The Flipping Timmy has been designed to simplify this process.

After a successful capture, pull the lanyard to release the catch from the trap. The animal falls to the ground where it can then be appropriately collected and disposed of.

This helps keep the trap itself cleaner and reduces the amount of direct handling required during trap servicing.

Convenient Vertical Mounting

The Flipping Timmy can be mounted to a suitable:

• Tree
• Post
• Pole

Mounting the trap vertically provides several practical advantages.

Rather than repeatedly crouching or bending down to inspect and reset a ground-level trap, you can install the Flipping Timmy at a convenient working height.

This makes regular trap servicing easier, particularly when multiple traps are being managed around a property.

The vertical configuration also helps keep the trapping area cleaner if a catch isn’t immediately cleared.

Simple Baiting & Setting

The Flipping Timmy has been designed so routine servicing can be completed quickly.

To access the bait area, open the trap using the simple top clip, position your chosen bait and close the lid.

The trap can then be loaded using the lanyard loop.

This combination of accessible bait placement and external setting means there is no need for complicated trap preparation each time the unit is serviced.

Always follow the supplied Flipping Timmy instructions when baiting and setting the trap.

Fine-Set Sensitivity Adjustment

The Flipping Timmy includes a distinctive red fine-setting component.

This component can be slid so it sits in line with the bait bar, increasing the sensitivity of the trap.

This provides additional flexibility when setting the unit and allows the trapping mechanism to be adjusted according to the application.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using the fine-set function to ensure the mechanism is configured correctly.

Flexible Baiting System

Possum activity can vary according to location and available food sources, so the Flipping Timmy incorporates a flexible baiting system.

This allows the trapper to select an appropriate possum bait for the particular trapping programme rather than being restricted to a proprietary bait cartridge.

For best results, monitor bait take and possum activity and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for bait selection and placement.

Toxin-Free Possum Control

The Flipping Timmy operates mechanically and does not require poison to kill the target possum.

This makes it a useful option for properties and trapping programmes where mechanical control is preferred.

Potential applications include:

• Farms
• Lifestyle blocks
• Orchards
• Bush fringes
• Rural properties
• Conservation trapping programmes
• Areas experiencing regular possum activity

As with any kill trap, appropriate placement is important to minimise access by non-target animals.

Built for Long-Term Outdoor Use

The Flipping Timmy isn’t designed as a disposable trap.

It has been engineered for a 10+ year service life, using durable components selected for outdoor trapping conditions.

Stainless Steel Components

All metal components are made from stainless steel, helping resist corrosion and rust during outdoor use.

UV-Stabilised Polymers

The polymer components are UV stabilised, helping them withstand long-term exposure to outdoor conditions and sunlight.

Maintenance-Free Design

The trap is designed to retain its operating strength throughout its service life without routine mechanical maintenance.

Components are also recyclable at the end of the product’s useful life.

Ideal for Orchards

Possums can cause significant problems around orchards and productive properties.

The Flipping Timmy provides a toxin-free mechanical option that can be installed directly in locations where possums are travelling or feeding.

Installing traps on appropriate trees or posts can help create a targeted trapping programme around vulnerable areas.

Farms & Lifestyle Properties

The vertical mounting system is also particularly practical for farms and larger lifestyle properties.

Multiple traps can be installed along known possum routes and checked as part of a regular trapping routine.

Because each unit can be mounted at a convenient servicing height, clearing, rebaiting and resetting a series of traps becomes much easier than repeatedly working at ground level.

Bush Fringe & Conservation Applications

The durable construction and toxin-free mechanical design also make the Flipping Timmy suitable for appropriate bush-edge and conservation trapping applications.

Position traps where there is evidence of possum activity and inspect them according to your trapping programme.

Always consider non-target species when selecting a trap location.

Signs of Possum Activity

Positioning traps near established activity can improve the likelihood of possums encountering them.

Look for signs such as:

• Possum droppings
• Tracks
• Scratching on trees
• Bark damage
• Damaged fruit
• Browsed vegetation
• Regular movement along fences or tracks
• Night-time possum sightings
• Activity around orchards or fruit trees

Where possible, identify established possum travel routes rather than simply placing traps randomly around the property.

How to Use

1. Identify an area showing regular possum activity.
2. Select a suitable tree, post or pole.
3. Securely mount the Flipping Timmy at a convenient operating height.
4. Open the trap using the top clip.
5. Add your selected possum bait.
6. Close the lid.
7. Use the lanyard loop to load/set the trap according to the supplied instructions.
8. Check the trap regularly.
9. After a successful capture, use the lanyard to release the catch.
10. Dispose of the animal appropriately.
11. Rebait and reset the trap as required.

Always read and follow the supplied manufacturer’s instructions before setting the trap.

Product Specifications

Why Choose the Flipping Timmy?

The Flipping Timmy combines the effectiveness of a proven mechanical trapping principle with a design intended to make routine possum trapping considerably easier.

Instead of a trap that needs to be repeatedly handled at ground level, you get:

• Comfortable vertical operation
• Simple bait access
• Lanyard-assisted setting
• Lanyard-assisted catch release
• Adjustable trigger sensitivity
• Durable stainless components
• UV-resistant construction
• No toxic bait required
• NAWAC-tested humane performance
• New Zealand design and manufacture

For farms, orchards, lifestyle properties and suitable conservation applications, it provides a durable, practical approach to ongoing possum management.

Important Safety Information

The Flipping Timmy is a kill trap and should be treated accordingly.

• Read the complete instructions before use.
• Keep hands clear of the killing mechanism when setting or servicing.
• Install where children cannot interfere with the trap.
• Consider pets, livestock and other non-target animals when choosing a location.
• Ensure the trap is securely mounted.
• Check traps regularly.
• Dispose of captured animals appropriately.
• Follow any applicable local trapping requirements.

NZ-Made Possum Control Built to Last

The Flipping Timmy Possum Trap provides an effective combination of humane trap performance, durability and ease of servicing.

Its NAWAC-tested design, vertical mounting system, lanyard-operated release, fine-set sensitivity adjustment, stainless steel components and 10+ year engineered service life make it particularly well suited to people who need more than a basic possum trap.

Mount it at a convenient height, bait and set it, then quickly clear, rebait and reset when required — providing straightforward, toxin-free possum control for years to come.