Fortress FX-11 7lb Marine Anchor, Silver($261.04Value)

Description

FOR BOAT LENGTH: 28-32 ft / 8-10 m WEIGHT: 7 lbs / 3 kg THE FORTRESS anchor can be re-assembled from the normal 32 degree angle to 45 degrees to increase holding power in soft mud bottoms HOLDING POWER: Fluke Angle 32° (Hard Sand): 3,600 lbs / 1,633 kg - Fluke Angle 32° (Soft Mud): 540 lbs / 245 kg - Fluke Angle 45° (Soft Mud): 1,080 lbs / 490 kg Boat anchor size recommendations are for boats of average windage and proportions in 30 knots of wind, average bottom conditions, and moderate protection from open seas. Remember that the loads in 42 knots of wind are twice as much as in 30 knots. Use three-strand nylon rope, 6-12 ft (2-4 m) of chain and a minimum of 5:1 scope. Also, a minimum of 6 ft (2 m) of the chain should be used for every 25 ft (8 m) of water depth. For storm conditions use an anchor one or two sizes larger. Easy to manage weight Sharper than heavy, dull-edged steel anchors Will set faster and penetrate deeper into common sea bottoms for incredible holding power Excellent as a spare or storm anchor Easy to store Corrision resistant