scope:

This specification covers high holding power, nonfouling, balanced fluke type anchors for use on ships and boats.

The anchors shall be of the following masses, as specified (see 6.2.1):

Nominal masses Kilograms (kg)-(pounds) (lbs) 325 (660) 4,000 (8,000) 8,500 (17,200) 450 (925) 4,500 (8,930) 9,500 (19,200) 1,000 (1,985) 5,000 (10,000) 11,000 (21,800) 1,400 (2,800) 6,000 (11,600) 12,000 (24,500) 2,250 (4,600) 6,500 (13,200) 13,000 (27,500) 3,000 (6,000) 7,500 (15,200) 15,000 (30,400)

intended Use:

Anchors covered by this specification are for use on U.S. Naval ships. Ball guide assemblies shall be used for only those anchors stowed below the waterline.