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Created by JonE JonE  > 9 months ago, 30 Dec 2024
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JonE
JonE

VIC

566 posts

30 Dec 2024 6:58pm
36 foot boat, 3.5 tonnes, anchor type TBA.

Intention is to typically anchor in 4-5 meters.

Seems like this would be ideal - any issues with this? I wasn't sure about the breaking load - 750KG seems like not a lot for a marine application!

www.bunnings.com.au/pinnacle-8mm-5-16-x-12m-stainless-steel-chain_p0358141
MAGNESIUM
MAGNESIUM

222 posts

31 Dec 2024 3:34am
Forget Bunnings it's **** go Suppliers of OMC G43 Anchor Chain way stronger than standard anchor chain and fantastic price.
ozzimarine.com.au/
Ramona
Ramona

NSW

7737 posts

31 Dec 2024 8:19am
For a 36 footer I would use 12m of 10mm stainless. Check what your winch needs if fitted.
garymalmgren
garymalmgren

1365 posts

31 Dec 2024 8:27am
As Ramona has mentioned.
My first consideration is, "Does it fit my winch?"
saltiest1
saltiest1

NSW

2562 posts

1 Jan 2025 9:39am
For me the first step was to find a quality supplier that backed their product. Mine is 39ft and 11ton fully loaded. Ended up getting 80 metres 8mm which has been used a few times in deep anchorage and / or heavy weather. Only downside is the weight in the bow drops the bow waterline a little unless in cruising mode and weight is stored aft. There's a great supplier in Kirrawee NSW that'll give a good price if you pick it up.
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