Features and Standard of AC-14 Anchor
Reliable Mooring, High Holding Power: AC-14 HHP Anchor
Ensure the safety and stability for your vessels with our AC-14 High Holding Power (HHP) Anchor. Designed with a wide head and long, robust flukes, the AC-14 delivers a holding power at least twice that of conventional anchors, providing exceptional reliability in mud and sand seabeds.
This stockless anchor is the trusted choice for the world's largest container ships, meeting international standards. We hold approvals from all major classification societies including CCS, ABS, BV, DNV, etc.
Overview
AC-14 HHP anchor is a kind of stockless anchor, it is widely used in large vessels. It is specifically designed to provide high holding power for ships.
Core features:
1. Stockless structure: no crossbar, making it more convenient for storage and use.
2. Wider and thicker anchor head, longer anchor flukes.
3. Longitudinal ribs: The anchor flukes are designed with longitudinal ribs, which effectively enhance the anchor's grip and stability on the seabed.
Main Applications and Advantages:
With its outstanding performance, the AC-14 HHP anchor is primarily used as the bow anchor for large vessels, especially for ship types need extremely high docking safety requirements, such as large container ships, car carriers, and ultra-large oil tankers.
Standards and Production:
In China, the design, manufacture, and acceptance of AC-14 HHP anchors comply with the industry standard "CB/T 3972-2025 AC-14 High-Holding Power Anchor." This standard was issued by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China and has been implemented since November 1st, 2025, replacing the previous version CB/T 3972-2005.
