Super SARCA Galvanised Steel Anchor
The Super SARCA (Sand And Rock Combination Anchor) is designed and manufactured in Australia, using high quality hot dip galvanised steel. It is an improvement over the original SARCA, with 30% more holding power.
This anchor's unique geometry makes it safe and easy to use. The holding power of the Super SARCA is exceptional across multiple seabed types.
The slotted shank is used to "trip" the anchor when retrieving from rocky seabeds and reefs. A D shackle (not included) must be used for proper function.
The story of the SARCA boat anchor (Sand and Reef Combination anchor) started with a range of innovations by Rex Francis. Rex developed the SARCA anchor over 6 years, with feedback from commercial fisherman and boaties alike.
SARCA was the world's first purpose designed combination anchor. Initially released to the Australian market in 1997, SARCA anchors are now sold around the world. Rex also extended the range to suit vessels up to 300 tons. The current range includes the Super SARCA and the hoopfree SARCA Excel. Both are available in galvanised steel and 316 stainless. The Excel is also available in aluminium, with a removable shank for easy stowage.
Features:
- Rear hoop to quickly roll the anchor upright.
- Tangle resistant design.
- Unique geometry creates a pumping action for improved setting.
- Quick reset with tide and wind changes.
- Slotted blade to reduce suction in mud.
- Trip slot in shank for easy retrieval in rocks and reefs.
- Lightweight and easy to handle.
- Lead free design avoids environmental contamination.
- High quality hot dip galvanised steel (Also available in 316 stainless steel)
Retrieval Technique:
Mud and sand
- Manoeuvre directly over the anchor and apply light and steady windlass pressure.
- The slotted blade reduces suction and the long shank increases leverage, making retrieval easier.
Rock and Reef
- Manoeuvre directly over the anchor, and take in all slack. Release approx. 0.5m of rope and tie off.
- Motor forward over the anchor. The anchor shackle will slide along the trip slot and lift the anchor from the back.
- Once the anchor releases from the seabed, the shackle slides to the end of the shank, resetting the anchor for easy stowage in the bow roller.

Please Note: The boat lengths/weights listed below are a guide only. There are many variables to consider when selecting your anchor size. If your vessel is in survey, you should check with your local marine authority for anchor weight requirements.
| Part Number | Size | Boat Length | Suits Approx. Boat Weight | Weight | Length To Bow (A) | Internal Height (B) | Length On Deck (C) | Minimum Suggested Chain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAR-AGALSIZE05 | 0.5 | Up to 3.8m | 200kg | 3.0kg | 125mm | 125mm | 330mm | 3m of 8mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE1 | 1 | 3.8-4.5m | 500kg | 4.0kg | 145mm | 165mm | 375mm | 4m of 8mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE2 | 2 | 4.5-6m | 1.5 ton | 6.0kg | 152mm | 175mm | 403mm | 5m of 8mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE3 | 3 | 6.0-7.5m | 1.5-2.0 ton | 9.0kg | 165mm | 185mm | 445mm | 6m of 8mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE4 | 4 | 7.5-9m | 2.0-3.5 ton | 13.5kg | 185mm | 200mm | 480mm | 7m of 8mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE5 | 5 | 9-10m | 3.5-5 ton | 15.5kg | 205mm | 225mm | 520mm | 9m of 10mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE6 | 6 | 10-12m | 5-11 ton | 22.0kg | 210mm | 225mm | 550mm | 11m of 10mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE7 | 7 | 12-14m | 11-16 ton | 25.0kg | 300mm | 260mm | 560mm | 13m of 12mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE8 | 8 | 14-18m | 16-26 ton | 34.5kg | 300mm | 260mm | 640mm | 15m of 12mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE9 | 9 | 18-20m | 26-34 ton | 41.5kg | 315mm | 250mm | 730mm | 20m of 12mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE11 | 11 | 20-22m | 34-40 ton | 60.5kg | 390mm | 310mm | 750mm | 25m of 14mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE13 | 13 | 22-25m | 40-60 ton | 74.0kg | 390mm | 310mm | 750mm | 30m of 14mm chain |
| SAR-AGALSIZE15 | 15 | TBA | TBA | 150.0kg | 525mm | 400mm | 855mm | TBA |
| SAR-AGALSIZE17 | 17 | TBA | TBA | 185.0kg | 570mm | 420mm | 940mm | TBA |
| SAR-AGALSIZE18 | 18 | TBA | TBA | 122.0kg | 610mm | 465mm | 960mm | TBA |