Gen3 Marine Anchor Chain and Shackle Kit, 3/8 Inch x 6 Feet, Hot Dipped Galvanized with Two 7/16 Inch Shackles

The Gen3 Marine Anchor Chain and Shackle Kit adds a length of heavy hot dipped galvanized chain between your anchor and rode, strengthening your anchor's hold and protecting your anchor line from abrasion on the seabed. The chain measures 3/8 inch by 6 feet and is hot dipped galvanized for corrosion resistance in saltwater and freshwater environments. The kit includes two 7/16 inch anchor shackles, giving you everything needed to connect the chain to both your anchor and your anchor line without sourcing additional hardware.

Adding chain to an anchor rode lowers the angle of pull on the anchor, helping it dig in and hold more securely, while the weight of the galvanized chain keeps the rode running along the bottom rather than chafing against rocks, coral, or sand. This kit is sized for boat owners who want a straightforward, ready-to-install upgrade to their ground tackle.

Specifications

• Brand: Gen3 Marine
• Manufacturer Part Number: 5-7006
• Chain Size: 3/8 inch
• Chain Length: 6 feet
• Shackle Size: 7/16 inch
• Shackles Included: 2
• Finish: Hot Dipped Galvanized
• Weight: 8.4 pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is the Gen3 Marine anchor chain in this kit? The chain in the Gen3 Marine Anchor Chain and Shackle Kit (part number 5-7006) measures 3/8 inch in diameter and is 6 feet long.

How many shackles come with the kit? Two 7/16 inch anchor shackles are included with the 5-7006 kit, enough to connect the chain to both the anchor and the anchor line.

What finish does the chain have? The chain is hot dipped galvanized, a finish chosen for corrosion resistance in marine environments.

Why add chain between the anchor and the rode? A length of chain like the 3/8 inch x 6 foot chain in this kit lowers the angle of pull on the anchor, helping it set and hold better, and its weight keeps the line off the seabed.

Does this kit protect my anchor line from wear? Yes, the galvanized chain section protects the anchor line from abrasion caused by contact with the seabed.

How much does the Gen3 Marine anchor chain and shackle kit weigh? This kit weighs 8.4 pounds.

What is included in the 5-7006 kit? The kit includes one 3/8 inch x 6 foot hot dipped galvanized anchor chain and two 7/16 inch anchor shackles.

Is the shackle size the same as the chain size? No, the chain is 3/8 inch while the two included shackles are 7/16 inch, sized to properly connect to the chain and rode.

Will this chain work with any anchor? The 5-7006 kit is a general-purpose anchor chain and shackle upgrade intended to connect between an anchor and anchor line; check your existing rode and anchor connection points for compatibility with a 3/8 inch chain and 7/16 inch shackles.

Is the Gen3 Marine chain suitable for saltwater use? Yes, the hot dipped galvanized finish on the 5-7006 chain is designed to resist corrosion in saltwater as well as freshwater.