Gen3 Marine Galvanized Claw Anchor, 8 lb, Marine-Grade Steel, for Boats up to 18 ft

The Gen3 Marine Galvanized Claw Anchor is a claw-style (Bruce-style) anchor built for boaters who need dependable holding power across a range of seabeds. Cast from marine-grade steel in a single piece, the anchor is finished with a hot-dipped galvanized coating that resists corrosion in both saltwater and freshwater environments, helping it hold up season after season. At 8 pounds, it is sized for boats up to 18 feet in length, making it a practical choice for smaller runabouts, jon boats, and day boats that need a reliable primary or backup anchor.

The claw-shaped fluke design is engineered to right itself no matter how it lands on the bottom, so it digs in and sets quickly without needing to be repositioned. This self-righting action makes it effective in mud, sand, and rocky seabeds, giving boaters confidence when anchoring in unfamiliar or mixed-bottom conditions. The single-piece cast construction avoids the moving parts and pivot points found in some other anchor styles, reducing points of wear and simplifying maintenance. Its gray, hot-dip galvanized finish is applied after casting to protect the steel from rust and saltwater corrosion over repeated use.

This anchor is a straightforward, no-frills option for boaters who want a proven claw-style design at an accessible price point, without sacrificing the corrosion resistance and durability needed for regular marine use.

Specifications

• Brand: Gen3 Marine
• Manufacturer Part Number: 5-3024
• Product Type: Claw Anchor
• Weight: 8 pounds
• Material: Marine Grade Steel
• Finish: Hot-Dipped Galvanized
• Color: Gray
• Boat Length Capacity: Up to 18 feet
• Anchor Style: Claw (Bruce-style)
• Construction: Single-piece cast steel
• UPC: 810037463521

Fitment

Suitable for boats up to 18 feet in length.

Replaces (OEM)

No OEM cross-reference numbers apply to this product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size boats is the Gen3 Marine Galvanized Claw Anchor (5-3024) rated for? This anchor is sized for boats up to 18 feet in length, making it suited to smaller runabouts, jon boats, and day boats rather than larger vessels.

How much does this anchor weigh? The Gen3 Marine Galvanized Claw Anchor weighs 8 pounds.

What is the claw anchor made of? It is cast from marine-grade steel in a single piece, then finished with a hot-dip galvanized coating for corrosion resistance.

Will this anchor hold in different types of seabed? Yes. The claw fluke design on part number 5-3024 is built to hold in mud, sand, and rocky bottoms, covering most conditions a boater will encounter.

Does the anchor need to land a certain way to set properly? No. The claw design is self-righting, so it orients itself correctly no matter how it lands on the bottom before digging in.

What finish protects the anchor from rust? A hot-dipped galvanized finish is applied over the marine-grade steel body, giving the Gen3 Marine claw anchor corrosion resistance in both fresh and saltwater.

What color is the Gen3 Marine Galvanized Claw Anchor? It has a gray finish, consistent with its hot-dip galvanized coating.

Is this a one-piece anchor or does it have moving parts? The 5-3024 claw anchor is constructed from a single piece of cast steel, so there are no hinges or pivoting flukes to maintain.

What comes in the box with this anchor? The package includes the Gen3 Marine Galvanized Claw Anchor itself; rode, chain, and shackles are sold separately.

Is this anchor suitable as a primary or backup anchor? At 8 pounds and rated for boats up to 18 feet, this claw anchor works well as a primary anchor on smaller boats or as a backup anchor on larger ones.

Does this anchor have any OEM cross-reference or replacement part numbers? No OEM cross-reference numbers are associated with the Gen3 Marine Galvanized Claw Anchor, part number 5-3024.