Fortress Marine Anchors – Guardian Anchor
Guardian Anchors are the Safer, More Affordable Alternative to Heavy Steel Anchors
Guardian anchors benefit from years of Fortress research and development, offering excellent quality, performance, and economy. These anchors are manufactured from the same corrosion-resistant, high-tensile aluminium magnesium alloy as Fortress, which makes them stronger and lighter than competitive steel anchors.
With Guardian anchors, several Fortress machining steps and extra features, such as anodising and adjustable fluke angles, are eliminated. The Guardian Anchor is limited to one, single, 32-degree angle, which will work for most common sea bottoms. The result is a high-performance anchor that is engineered for fast setting and strong holding power, and a very affordable alternative to those heavy, rust-prone steel anchors.
As strong as steel, but only half the weight, Guardian anchors are second only to Fortress FX model in holding power tests. They make an excellent spare or storm anchor for your boat or yacht.
Faster
All Guardian aluminium anchors feature Mud Palms designed to help the anchor set faster in any type of sea bottom. Mud Palms create a “lift” to the crown of the anchor, causing the flukes to point more directly to the seabed. This helps the anchor set faster … in any bottom.
Features
- Fortress high-tech aluminium alloy
- Rust-proof and non-magnetic materials
- Easily assembles and disassembles for convenient storage
- No failing welded pieces
- Easy to manage weight
- Replaceable parts
- North American Fishing Club field tested seal of approval
Guardian Anchor Selection Guide
| BOAT LENGTH | ft | 12′-16′ | 17′-22′ | 23′-27′ | 28′-33′ | 34′-41′ | 42′-47′ | 48′-53′ | 54′-62 | 63′-72′ |
| m | 4-5m | 5-7m | 7-8m | 8-10m | 10-12m | 12-14m | 14-16m | 16-19m | 19-22m | |
| GUARDIAN MODEL | G-5 | G-7 | G-11 | G-16 | G-23 | G-37 | G-55 | G-85 | G-125 | |
| Weight | lb (kg) | 2.5 (1.1) | 2.9 (1.3) | 5(2.26) | 7 (3.2) | 13 (5.9) | 18 (8.2) | 29 (13.1) | 42 (19) | 65 (29.3) |
| Replaces Steel Anchors | lb | 4-6 | 6-9 | 10-13 | 14-18 | 19-28 | 33-50 | 50-65 | 70-90 | 100-170 |
| kg | 2-3 | 3-4 | 5-6 | 6-8 | 9-13 | 15-23 | 23-29 | 32-41 | 45-77 | |
HOLDING POWER |
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| Working Load | lb | 350 | 575 | 750 | 1,075 | 1,625 | 2,500 | 3,500 | 4,625 | 6,000 |
| kg | 159 | 261 | 340 | 488 | 737 | 1,134 | 1,588 | 2,098 | 2,722 | |
| Hard Sanding Holding | lb | 1,050 | 1,725 | 2,250 | 3,225 | 4,875 | 7,500 | 10,500 | 13,875 | 18,000 |
| kg | 476 | 782 | 1,021 | 1,463 | 2,211 | 3,402 | 4,763 | 6,294 | 8,165 | |
| Soft Mud Holding | lb | 210 | 345 | 450 | 645 | 975 | 1,500 | 2,100 | 2,775 | 3,600 |
| kg | 95 | 156 | 204 | 293 | 442 | 680 | 953 | 1,259 | 1,633 | |
DIMENSIONS |
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| “A” Shank Length | in (mm) | 19″ (483) | 22″ (559) | 25″ (635) | 29″ (737) | 33″ (838) | 38″ (965) | 43″ (1.092) | 48″ (1,219) | 53″ (1,356) |
| “B” Fluke Length | in (mm) | 11″ (279) | 13″ (330) | 15″ (381) | 17″ (432) | 19″ (483) | 22″ (559) | 25″ (635) | 28″ (711) | 31″ (787) |
| “C” Stock Length | in (mm) | 16″ (406) | 18″ (457) | 20″ (508) | 23″ (584) | 27″ (686) | 31″ (787) | 35″ (889) | 39″ (991) | 43″ (1,092) |
SUPPORT HARDWARE |
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| Proof Coil Chain | in (mm) | 3/16″ (5) | 3/16″ (5) | 3/16″ (5) | 1/4″ (6) | 5/16″ (8) | 3/8″ (9) | 3/8″ (9) | 1/2″ (13) | 1/2″ (13) |
| Nylon Rope ** | in (mm) | 3/8″ (9) | 3/8″ (9) | 3/8″ (9) | 3/8″ (9) | 1/2″ (13) | 5/8″ (16) | 3/4″ (19) | 7/8″ (22) | 1″ (25) |
| Shackle Size | in (mm) | 3/16″ (5) | 3/16″ (5) | 1/4″ (6) | 1/4″ (6) | 5/16″ (8) | 3/8″ (10) | 7/16″ (12) | 1/2″ (12) | 5/8″ (16) |
For product pricing and stock availability please call +852 2827 5876 or contact us.
More information on Fortress Marine anchors can be found on their website here: www.fortressanchors.com
