Three-Way Craps
Understanding 'Three-Way Craps'
Three-Way Craps is a proposition bet in Craps where players wager on the outcome of the next roll of the dice. This bet specifically focuses on three numbers: 2, 3, or 12, making it a single-roll wager with payouts determined by which number appears.
How Three-Way Craps Works
- When you place a Three-Way Craps bet, you are betting that the shooter will roll either 2, 3, or 12 on the next roll.
- The wager is divided into three equal parts, with each part covering one number.
- For example, a $3 bet would place $1 each on 2, 3, and 12.
Winning & Losing
- Rolling a 2 or 12 wins that portion of the bet.
- Rolling a 3 wins that portion.
- Rolling any other number causes the entire bet to lose.
Payouts
2 or 12: Pays 15:1
3: Pays 15:1
Any other number: Bet loses
Risks and Strategy
- High-Risk, High-Reward: The probability of rolling 2, 3, or 12 is low, so the house edge is significant.
- One-Roll Bet: It only applies to the next dice throw; outcomes on future rolls do not affect it.
- Ideal For Excitement: Players usually place this bet for a thrill or in hopes of a big payout from long-shot rolls.
Because of the risk and low probability of success, Three-Way Craps is typically suited for short-term wagers rather than long-term strategy.
FAQs About Three-Way Craps
What is Three-Way Craps?
It’s a single-roll proposition bet on the numbers 2, 3, or 12.
How is the wager divided?
The total bet is split evenly across the three numbers.
What are the payouts?
2 or 12 pays 15:1, 3 pays 15:1, and any other number results in a loss.
Is Three-Way Craps high risk?
Yes. It has a high house edge due to the low probability of rolling 2, 3, or 12.
