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Figure MK9d. Sauvageau bodygriptrap with additionalclamping bar (set)Average Mechanical Description and AttributesHeight of trap window: 4 1 / 4 inchesWidth of trap window: 4 1 / 4 inchesDiameter of frame wire: 1 / 4 inchDiameter of spring wire: 3 / 16 inchAdditional clamping bar: YesSafety features: Spring latchesAny trap that has similar specifications may be considered a BMP trap regardless ofbrand or source of modification, although performance information on all other BMPcriteria (see Introduction: “Criteria for Evaluation of Trapping Devices” pages 4-6) needsto be considered as well. The trap tested was the Rudy 120 Magnum bodygrip trap.Additional Information• Safety considerations: Use of setting tongs and safety gripper is recommended.• Special considerations for practicality: This device also meets BMP criteria for martenand fisher.Average Mechanical Description and AttributesHeight of trap window: 4 1 / 2 inchesWidth of trap window: 4 1 / 2 inchesDiameter of frame wire: 3 / 16 inchDiameter of spring wire: 1 / 4 inchAdditional clamping bar: YesSafety features: Spring latchesAny trap that has similar specifications may be considered a BMP trap regardless ofbrand or source of modification, although performance information on all other BMPcriteria (see Introduction: “Criteria for Evaluation of Trapping Devices” pages 4-6) needsto be considered as well. The trap tested was the Sauvageau C120 bodygrip trap.Additional Information• Safety considerations: Use of setting tongs and safety gripper is recommended.MUSKRAT 12Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies