Deck General · Ground Tackle & Anchoring
Which type of anchor relies primarily on its weight rather than its flukes digging into the seabed for holding power?
- ADanforth (lightweight)
- BBruce (claw)
- CMushroom✓ Correct
- DCQR (plow)
Explanation
The mushroom anchor holds by its mass sitting in and suctioning into soft bottom sediment. It is used for permanent moorings and buoys, not for general anchoring where flukes-based anchors like the Danforth, CQR, or Bruce are preferred because they dig in and provide high holding power relative to their weight.
Authority: Deck Seamanship (USCG deck topic)
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