A boat anchor is an essential tool used for securing a vessel in place by gripping the seabed. It typically consists of a heavy metal object with protruding flukes or blades designed to dig into the seabed and provide reliable holding power. Boat anchors are crucial for various marine activities such as fishing, mooring, and docking, ensuring stability and safety for the boat while stationary. They come in various sizes and designs to accommodate different boat types and water conditions. Boat anchor kits often include additional accessories like ropes and shackles, providing everything needed for efficient anchoring. Additionally, river anchors are specifically designed for use in flowing water, offering enhanced stability and grip in river currents.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Long D Shackle, made from high-quality 316 stainless steel, offers superior strength and corrosion resistance for demanding tasks. It features a working load limit of 320 kg, a breaking load of 1600 kg, and weighs 27 g. The shackle has a 6 mm D diameter and a total length of 47 mm. Manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1213).
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€ 8,75
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Long D Shackle, constructed from high-quality 316 stainless steel, is built for demanding applications with a working load limit of 540 kg and a breaking load of 2700 kg. Weighing 66 g, it has an 8 mm D diameter and a total length of 64 mm. Manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1214).
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€ 13,76
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Long D Shackle, made from high-quality 316 stainless steel, is designed for heavy-duty use with a working load limit of 860 kg and a breaking load of 4300 kg. Weighing 128 g, it has a 10 mm D diameter and a total length of 79 mm. Perfect for marine and industrial environments, it is manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1215).
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€ 23,21
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking D Shackle, made from 316 stainless steel, is designed for larger, demanding tasks with a working load limit of 1200 kg and a breaking load of 6000 kg. Weighing 240 g, it has a 12 mm D diameter and a total length of 98 mm, making it ideal for marine and outdoor use. Manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1216).
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€ 35,32
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Twisted Shackle, made from 316 stainless steel, is designed for compact applications requiring strength and reliability. With a working load of 480 kg and a breaking load of 1100 kg, it weighs 16 g and has a 5 mm D diameter. Ideal for space- and weight-limited tasks, it is manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1222).
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€ 8,37
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Twisted Shackle, made from high-quality 316 stainless steel, offers strength and durability with a working load of 600 kg and a breaking load of 1500 kg. Weighing 27 g, it features a 6 mm D diameter and a total length of 45 mm. Designed for ease of use, it is manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1223).
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€ 9,35
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Twisted Shackle, made from durable 316 stainless steel, is designed for heavy-duty applications with a working load of 1000 kg and a breaking load of 3000 kg. Weighing 67 g, it has an 8 mm D diameter and a total length of 60 mm, offering secure locking for added safety. Manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1224).
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€ 15,30
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Twisted Shackle, made from premium 316 stainless steel, is designed for heavy loads with a working load of 1440 kg and a breaking load of 4500 kg. Weighing 127 g, it has a 10 mm D diameter and a total length of 74 mm, offering reliable performance for demanding applications. Manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1225).
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€ 26,07
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Bow Shackle, made from high-quality 316 stainless steel, offers strength and reliability with a working load of 320 kg and a breaking load of 700 kg. Weighing 9 g, it has a 4 mm D diameter and a total length of 28 mm, making it ideal for marine and industrial applications. Manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1241).
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€ 5,72
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Bow Shackle, made from 316 stainless steel, offers superior strength with a working load of 400 kg and a breaking load of 1000 kg. Weighing 17 g, it features a 5 mm D diameter and a total length of 35 mm, making it ideal for marine and heavy-duty applications. Manufactured by Wichard (Product Number: 1242).
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€ 6,47
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Bow Shackle with a 6 mm diameter, made from 316 stainless steel, offers a working load of 600 kg and a breaking load of 1500 kg. Weighing 30 g, it is designed for heavy-duty tasks, ensuring safety and durability in tough environments. This shackle is ideal for demanding applications and is made by Wichard (Product Number: 1243).
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€ 8,27
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Bow Shackle with an 8 mm diameter is made from high-quality 316 stainless steel, offering durability and corrosion resistance. It has a working load of 1000 kg and a breaking load of 2700 kg, making it perfect for marine and outdoor applications. Weighing 68 g, this shackle ensures strength and reliability (Brand: Wichard, Product Number: 1244).
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€ 13,15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Bow Shackle with a 10 mm diameter is made from durable 316 stainless steel, offering a working load of 1520 kg and a breaking load of 4300 kg. Designed for demanding environments, it ensures secure and long-lasting use. Weighing 137 g, this shackle is ideal for heavy-duty applications (Brand: Wichard, Product Number: 1245).
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€ 21,74
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Bow Shackle with a 12 mm diameter is built for higher strength and heavy-duty applications, offering a working load of 2080 kg and a breaking load of 6000 kg. Constructed from 316 stainless steel, it ensures superior performance in extreme conditions. Weighing 233 g, this shackle is ideal for large-scale tasks (Brand: Wichard, Product Number: 1246).
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€ 34,71
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Allen Head Pin D Shackle, with a 6 mm diameter, is made from durable 316 stainless steel for heavy-duty applications. It offers a working load of 600 kg, a breaking load of 1600 kg, and a WLL of 320 kg. Weighing 22 g, this shackle provides reliable strength and longevity (Brand: Wichard, Product Number: 1303).
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€ 12,05
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Allen Head Pin D Shackle, with an 8 mm diameter, is made from high-grade 316 stainless steel for strength and corrosion resistance. It offers a working load of 960 kg, a breaking load of 2700 kg, and a WLL of 540 kg. Weighing 53 g, this shackle is ideal for demanding applications (Brand: Wichard, Product Number: 1304).
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€ 17,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Allen Head Pin D Shackle, with a 10 mm diameter, is made from durable 316 stainless steel for high-performance in heavy-duty applications. It has a working load of 1440 kg, a breaking load of 4300 kg, and a WLL of 860 kg, ensuring safety and strength under stress. Weighing 99 g, it's ideal for demanding conditions (Brand: Wichard, Product Number: 1305).
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€ 26,31
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Allen Head Pin D Shackle with a diameter of 12 mm is a robust and durable component made from 316 stainless steel, making it resistant to corrosion and suitable for heavy-duty applications in marine and industrial environments. It has a working load limit (WLL) of 1200 kg, a breaking load of 6000 kg, and weighs 187 g, with dimensions including an interior length of 42 mm and width of 27 mm. This shackle is manufactured by Wichard and is designed to ensure safety and reliability in demanding conditions.
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€ 44,01
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Allen Head Pin Bow Shackle with a diameter of 6 mm is crafted from durable 316 stainless steel, making it suitable for lighter applications in both industrial and marine environments. It has a working load limit (WLL) of 300 kg, a breaking load of 1500 kg, and weighs only 29 g. With dimensions including an interior length of 27 mm and width of 12 mm, this shackle is designed for reliable performance and longevity, manufactured by Wichard.
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€ 13,86
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Self-Locking Allen Head Pin Bow Shackle with a diameter of 8 mm is a robust component made from 316 stainless steel, designed for demanding environments where reliability is essential. It features a working load limit (WLL) of 540 kg, a breaking load of 2700 kg, and weighs 67 g. With dimensions including an interior length of 37 mm and width of 16 mm, this shackle is manufactured by Wichard, ensuring long-lasting performance in both industrial and marine applications.
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€ 19,89
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What are the different types of boat anchors and their specific uses?
There are various options, from navy anchors to slip ring shanks – all hot-dipped galvanized for added durability. Whether you're shopping for boat anchors for your pontoon boat accessories or jet ski anchor kits, there's an anchor with pre-wound braided rope suitable for your needs.
For secure holding in sand or mud and reliable performance in various conditions, explore our full range of Fluke Anchors.
For a dependable and efficient anchoring solution, explore our selection of Small Boat Anchor, designed for secure holding and stability in different seabed conditions.
What are the features and benefits of a Marine Anchors, and in what situations is it best suited for anchoring?
The fluke style anchor, also known as the sand anchor or beach anchor, is designed to provide ultimate holding power in sandy or muddy bottoms. Its lightweight design makes it ideal for kayaks, paddle boards, and small vessel, offering unmatched efficiency and exceptional holding power. Plus, with heavy-duty steel construction, it works great for larger boats too, providing reliable anchoring in various marine environments.
For additional anchoring needs in drifting or emergency situations, many boaters also equip their vessels with a Floating Anchor, ensuring stability and control in a wider range of conditions.
Can you explain the components and parts of anchors for boats and their roles in the anchoring system?
Certainly! A boat anchor typically consists of the anchor itself, anchor line, and storage bag for convenient transport. Whether you're using a camco trac outdoors anchor or a grapnel anchor with self-lubricating nylon wheels, each component plays a crucial role in keeping your watercraft securely anchored.