Gen3 Marine 316 Stainless Steel 3/8 Inch x 6 Foot Anchor Chain with Two 7/16 Inch Shackles

This anchor chain from Gen3 Marine is built from 316 stainless steel, a grade chosen for its higher breaking strength compared to chains made from other materials. The chain measures 3/8 inch and runs 6 feet in length, sized to connect between the anchor and the anchor line rather than to serve as the full ground tackle rode. Its primary job is to add weight and abrasion resistance at the point where the rode meets the anchor, helping the anchor set at the correct angle and protecting the line from the wear and tear of contact with the seabed. By keeping chafe away from the rope portion of the rode, it also helps prevent fouled anchor lines.

The kit includes two 7/16 inch shackles, one for each end of the chain, so it arrives ready to connect directly to both the anchor and the anchor line without needing to source hardware separately. Each shackle uses a removable pin that unscrews for easy attachment and disassembly. Because the chain and shackles are both 316 stainless steel, they are built to hold up to saltwater exposure and ongoing marine use. This chain is a straightforward upgrade for boat owners looking to reinforce their anchor rode with a stronger, corrosion-resistant connection point.

Specifications

• Brand: Gen3 Marine
• Manufacturer Part Number: 5-7016
• Material: 316 Stainless Steel
• Chain Diameter: 3/8 inch
• Chain Length: 6 feet
• Shackle Size: 7/16 inch
• Shackles Included: 2 (one for each end)
• Item Dimensions: 7.13 x 3.25 x 6.75 inches
• Weight: 9.1 pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is the Gen3 Marine 5-7016 anchor chain? The 5-7016 anchor chain is 3/8 inch in diameter and 6 feet long, sized to connect between an anchor and the anchor line rather than to serve as a full-length rode.

Does this anchor chain come with shackles? Yes, the 5-7016 kit includes two 7/16 inch shackles, one for each end of the chain, so it can be connected to both the anchor and the anchor line without buying separate hardware.

What material is the chain made from? It is made from 316 stainless steel, a grade selected for greater breaking strength than chains made from other materials and for resistance to marine corrosion.

Why put a short length of chain between the anchor and the rope rode? A chain section adds weight near the anchor to help it set at the correct angle and protects the anchor line from the wear and tear of dragging along the seabed, which helps prevent fouled anchor lines.

How much does the anchor chain and shackle kit weigh? The complete 5-7016 chain and shackle kit weighs 9.1 pounds.

Are the shackles easy to remove or replace? Yes, each 7/16 inch shackle included with the 5-7016 chain uses a pin that unscrews, so the shackles can be removed or replaced without special tools.

Will this stainless chain resist rust in saltwater? 316 stainless steel is used specifically for its corrosion resistance in marine environments, making the 5-7016 chain suitable for saltwater use.

Is this chain long enough to use as a full anchor rode? No, at 6 feet the 5-7016 is intended as a connector chain between the anchor and the anchor line, not as a standalone or full-length rode.

What are the packaged dimensions of this product? The Gen3 Marine 5-7016 anchor chain and shackle kit is packaged at 7.13 x 3.25 x 6.75 inches.

Can the two shackles included be attached to different chain sizes on either end? Both shackles included with the 5-7016 kit are 7/16 inch, matched to the 3/8 inch chain, one for each end.