Description
Fortress Marine Anchors - A series of world-class lightweight and high-strength anchors
Authorized yacht and marine equipment dealer in Latvia offers legendary Fortress Marine Anchors aluminum-magnesium alloy anchors (official distribution partner — Plastimo).
Fortress anchors are recognized worldwide as leaders in performance, construction quality and safetyCombining exceptional lightness with unrivaled durability, they are easy to service for any crew member and provide maximum efficiency for both motor yachts and sailing yachts..
Key technical advantages and technologies
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High-strength aluminum-magnesium alloy (Aluminum/Magnesium alloy): Anchors are manufactured with high-precision additional machining of the shank and blades, achieving strength equivalent to or higher than steel anchors at significantly less weight..
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Patented adjustable blade angle ($32^\circ$ / $45^\circ$): Exclusive Fortress technology allows you to adjust the working geometry to the soil:
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$32^\circ$ angle: standard position for hard sand, gravel and normal bed.
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$45^\circ$ angle: increases stability in soft mud and silt by up to 400%.
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Mud pads included (Mud Palms): Ensures immediate penetration of anchor blades even in the softest soil.
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Durable anodized coating (Tough anodized finish): Complete protection against seawater corrosion, prevents rust and ensures longevity.
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Non-magnetic material (Non-magnetic): Does not affect the yacht's compass readings or sensitive navigational and hydrographic electronics.
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Dismantled construction (Disassembly feature): The anchor is easily disassembled, allowing for compact storage in deck compartments or transport in reserve as a storm/emergency anchor.
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Manufacturer's lifetime warranty on parts replacement (Lifetime parts replacement warranty): Demonstrates the manufacturer's confidence in the reliability of materials and machining.
Model range and technical specifications
The Fortress series offers models for all sizes of watercraft - from small motorboats to large expedition and charter yachts:
| Model | OEM P/N | SKU code | Weight (lbs/kg) | Recommended boat/yacht length |
| Fortress FX-7 | FX-7 | 35892 | 4 lbs / 1.8 kg | < 8m |
| Fortress FX-11 | FX-11 | 35893 | 7 lbs / 3.2 kg | 8 – 10 m |
| Fortress FX-16 | FX-16 | 35894 | 10 lbs / 4.5 kg | 10 – 12 m |
| Fortress FX-23 | FX-23 | 35895 | 15 lbs / 6.8 kg | 12 – 14 m |
| Fortress FX-37 | FX-37 | 35896 | 21 lbs / 9.5 kg | 14 – 15.5 m |
| Fortress FX-55 | FX-55 | 39204 | 32 lbs / 14.5 kg | 16 – 18 m |
| Fortress FX-85 | FX-85 | 39205 | 47 lbs / 21.3 kg | 18 – 21 m |
| Fortress FX-115 | FX-115 | P208399 | — | 21 – 27 m |
| Fortress FX-125 | FX125 | 39206 | 69 lbs / 31.3 kg | 27 – 46 m |
Areas of application
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The main working anchor (Working Anchor): Safe everyday anchoring in a wide variety of seabed conditions with minimal physical effort for the crew.
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Storm anchor (Storm Anchor): Compactly stored in reserve and quickly assembled in extreme weather conditions with a 45° angle setting for maximum safety.
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Secondary/stern anchor (Stern / Kedge Anchor): Due to its lightweight construction, it can be easily transported by tender for positioning near the shore or in narrow berths.
The authorized dealer in Latvia ensures full model availability, professional advice on choosing the appropriate caliber and anchor system (chain and rope), as well as manufacturer warranty support.
