2.5 Lb Guardian Anchor - (MW)

Fortress Marine Guardian Anchor

Built for strength without the bulk, the Fortress Guardian Anchor is crafted from a corrosion-resistant aluminum-magnesium alloy that’s tough yet lightweight. Its compact profile makes it easier to handle than traditional steel anchors, while still offering serious holding power. Mud palms guide the flukes into the seabed fast, giving you a solid set across a variety of bottoms. Designed with the same precision as top-tier Fortress models, the Guardian skips the extra weight, but not the quality. Whether you're anchoring for a quick break or overnight stay, this anchor stands up to the elements without rusting or dragging you down. Ideal for anyone who wants reliable performance minus the steel upkeep.

Features:

• Fortress Guardian Anchor’s aluminum alloy composition is as strong as steel, but only half the weight.
• Easy to manage weight
• Rustproof
• An affordable alternative to heavy steel anchors
• Can be disassembled - Easy to store
• 1-Year Manufacturer’s Parts Replacement Warranty
• Made in the USA

Guardian Anchor Selection Guide:

Boat size recommendations are for boats of average windage and proportions to 30 knots of wind, average bottom conditions, and moderate protection from open seas. Note that the loads in 42 knots of wind are twice as much as in 30 knots. Use a three-strand nylon line, 6-12 ft of chain, and a minimum if 5:1 scope. A minimum of 6 feet of chain should be used for every 25 feet of water your boat is usually anchored in.

Information provided by Fortress Marine.

How to Set a Fortress Guardian Anchor:

Fortress Anchors offer a Lifetime Parts Replacement Warranty for the original purchaser against damage that may occur to any part(s) of the anchor. The warranty does not apply when:

• Repairs have been made or attempted by others
• Unauthorized modifications or alterations have been made
• The anchor has been used to moor a vessel larger than the size recommended for a particular anchor by Fortress Marine Anchors
• The anchor has been abused, misused or improperly maintained
• The anchor has been used for military applications

https://fortressanchors.com/warranty/warranty-replacement-parts-form/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Fortress Marine Guardian Anchor made from?

The Fortress Marine Guardian Anchor is made from a corrosion-resistant aluminum-magnesium alloy designed to provide strength while weighing less than traditional steel anchors. According to Fortress Marine, the aluminum alloy is as strong as steel while weighing approximately half as much, making the anchor easier to handle and store.

How do I choose the right Fortress Guardian Anchor size for my boat?

Select the Guardian model based on your boat's length and the conditions specified by Fortress Marine. Models range from the G-5 for boats 12-16 feet long through the G-125 for boats 63-72 feet long. The selection guide is based on average windage, average bottom conditions, moderate protection, and winds up to 30 knots.

Can the Fortress Guardian Anchor be used in different types of seabeds?

Yes. The Guardian Anchor selection guide provides holding-power ratings for both hard sand and soft mud. For example, the G-23 has a listed holding power of 4,875 lb in hard sand and 975 lb in soft mud. Choose the appropriate model according to your boat size and typical anchoring conditions.

How should a Fortress Guardian Anchor be rigged for anchoring?

Fortress Marine recommends using a three-strand nylon line, 6-12 feet of chain, and a minimum 5:1 scope. The guide also recommends at least 6 feet of chain for every 25 feet of water in which the boat is usually anchored. Follow the applicable Fortress Marine anchoring guidance for your specific setup.

Is the Fortress Guardian Anchor easy to store?

Yes. The Fortress Guardian Anchor can be disassembled, which makes it easier to store. Its aluminum-magnesium alloy construction also keeps the anchor lightweight compared with traditional steel anchors, making it easier to manage when handling or storing the anchor.

What warranty does the Fortress Guardian Anchor have?

Fortress Marine states that its anchors have a Lifetime Parts Replacement Warranty for the original purchaser against damage that may occur to anchor parts. Coverage does not apply to repairs or modifications by others, improper use or maintenance, oversized vessel use, or military applications.

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