Tie Down Engineering Danforth Standard Anchor 40 lb., Model 40S

Tie Down Engineering Danforth Standard Anchor 40 lb., Model 40S

The Tie Down Engineering Danforth Standard Anchor carries on a legacy of over 50 years of reliable holding performance. The Model 40S is the flagship of the range built for larger vessels that demand serious holding power in sand and mud. The classic Danforth wide-fluke design delivers exceptional holding capacity relative to its weight, and the heavy-duty construction ensures long-term reliability in demanding saltwater environments.

The high-strength steel shank and wide steel flukes provide a strong, reliable set in sand and mud, while the hot-dipped galvanized coating protects against corrosion for long-lasting service in saltwater and freshwater environments alike.

Key Features

• Classic Danforth fluke design with proven holding power in sand and mud
• High-strength steel shank for durability and reliable performance
• Wide steel flukes for maximum holding relative to anchor weight
• Hot-dipped galvanized coating for long-lasting corrosion protection
• Heavy-duty weight class for confident holding on larger vessels in tidal and current-prone anchorages
• Over 50 years of proven performance in the field

Compatible Applications

• Powerboats, motoryachts, and cruisers up to approximately 45 ft. (as primary anchor)
• Sailboats and bluewater cruisers in sheltered to moderate anchorages
• Larger vessels as a heavy-duty secondary or storm anchor
• Sand and mud bottom anchorages in coastal, bay, and river environments

Parts Desk Insights

The Model 40S is the top of the Tie Down Engineering Danforth Standard range and the right choice for owners of larger vessels who want the Danforths proven fluke performance at a price point well below premium stainless or plow-style anchors. At 40 lb., it provides serious holding capacity for vessels up to 45 ft. and is also a popular choice as a heavy-duty secondary or storm anchor on larger vessels that carry a lighter primary. The Danforth design excels in sand and mud for rocky, weedy, or mixed-bottom anchorages, a claw or plow-style anchor may be a better fit. For smaller vessels, the full range is available in 2.5 lb. (Model 2-1/2S), 4 lb. (Model 4S), 13 lb. (Model 13S), 18 lb. (Model 18S), and 22 lb. (Model 22S).