The Lewmar Stainless Steel DTX Anchor is worth considering if you want a stainless steel anchor with Delta-style geometry and have checked that the selected size fits your boat and bow roller. Its polished appearance is easy to notice, but size, rode compatibility and the conditions where you anchor deserve more attention. This review covers the DTX range, rather than assigning one weight to every listing.
Select an image to inspect the anchor on this page. Images illustrate the DTX design, not a guaranteed weight or scale.
Who should consider it?
Boat owners looking for a stainless steel anchor who can confirm the correct DTX size, the space at the bow and the suitability of their existing anchoring system.
Main consideration: A similar-looking anchor can have very different weight and dimensions. Confirm the selected weight and manufacturer part number before checkout.
Check DTX options on AmazonSelect the required size and verify its specifications on the retailer page.
What the DTX design offers
Lewmar’s catalog identifies 316 stainless steel construction and a lead-ballasted tip. The tip concentrates weight where the anchor first engages the bottom. That explains the design’s setting approach; it does not establish a holding result for your boat or a particular seabed.
The manufacturer describes Ordinary Holding Power certification. Keep that description separate from the High Holding Power claims used for other anchor ranges. A familiar shape or a certification label does not remove the need to check how an anchor sets at your chosen location.
Where it makes sense and where to look elsewhere
The stainless finish may appeal if the anchor is exposed on the bow and appearance matters to you. The DTX is less compelling if your priority is simply obtaining suitable anchoring equipment at the lowest total cost. Compare a correctly sized galvanized option before deciding that stainless steel is necessary.
Look elsewhere if the selected DTX cannot sit securely on the roller, conflicts with bow hardware or needs a rode your boat cannot accommodate. An anchor is part of a system. Solving one purchase while creating a storage or handling problem is rarely useful.
Lewmar DTX anchor sizes are separate models
Lewmar’s official table provides the following examples. These are manufacturer model references, not a claim that every size is currently available from the linked retailer.
| Part number | Listed weight | Catalog chain guidance |
|---|---|---|
| 0057206 | 6 kg / 14 lb | 6–7 mm / 1/4 inch |
| 0057210 | 10 kg / 22 lb | 8 mm / 5/16 inch |
| 0057216 | 16 kg / 35 lb | 8 mm / 5/16 inch |
| 0057220 | 20 kg / 44 lb | 10 mm / 3/8 inch |
The catalog includes further sizes up to 63 kg / 140 lb. Confirm the current size chart and dimensions for the exact part you intend to order. Chain diameter alone does not verify chain grade, connector strength or windlass compatibility.
Choose the anchoring system before the finish
Start with the boat’s size and loaded displacement, then consider windage and expected conditions. A cabin, enclosure or other large exposed surface can change the demands placed on the anchor. Ask Lewmar or a qualified marine specialist to confirm your selection if the chart leaves room for doubt.
Next, check the complete rode. The anchor, chain, rope, shackles and any swivel need to work together. A chain size shown in a catalog is guidance for the anchor; a windlass also requires the correct chain specification for its gypsy. Do not assume two chains of the same nominal diameter are interchangeable.
Check Lewmar DTX bow roller fit
Compare the exact model’s dimensional drawing with the available space at your bow. Check clearance for the fluke and shank, the way the anchor sits when recovered and whether it can contact the hull or nearby equipment. Larger versions do not simply add weight; their dimensions change too.
Confirm that the anchor can be secured for travel using the boat’s approved arrangement. The retailer photograph cannot show how it will sit on your own boat. If fit is uncertain, get dimensions and installation advice before placing the order.
Use, inspection and warranty limits
Follow the boat and equipment instructions for deployment, setting and recovery. After anchoring, check the boat’s position and surroundings rather than treating the manufacturer’s setting description as proof that the anchor is holding. Changing weather or tide can make a previously suitable spot unsuitable.
Inspect the anchor and connectors for damage and check the rode regularly. Stainless steel does not mean maintenance-free. Follow Lewmar’s care instructions and investigate bending, deformation or unusual wear before relying on the equipment again.
Lewmar’s current product page specifies a three-year guarantee against breakage and excludes bending or deformation. Some retailer text uses different warranty language. Confirm the current terms for your purchase rather than assuming the DTX has the warranty of a Delta anchor.
Related equipment to plan around
Our boat accessories guide helps organize equipment around actual onboard needs. For line handling during docking, the EVERSPROUT boat hook review covers a separate tool with different load limits. It is not a substitute for an anchor, rode or suitable recovery equipment.
Browse Safety & Docking reviews for other equipment. Buy an anchor around the complete setup and your intended conditions. The finish should be the last decision once size and fit are settled.
Questions before buying
Is this review limited to the 14 lb DTX?
No. This review covers the stainless steel DTX range. The 14 lb model is one size example, not the weight of every anchor sold under this product name.
Does the DTX have the same specification as a Delta anchor?
No. Lewmar describes Delta-style design characteristics, but DTX and Delta are separate product ranges. Use the DTX model table and documentation for DTX sizing and warranty information.
Can I choose the anchor from boat length alone?
Boat length is a starting point. Windage, loaded displacement, expected conditions and the complete anchoring system also matter. Confirm your selection with Lewmar or a qualified marine specialist.
Sources and review method
This review uses Lewmar’s current DTX product information and official catalog. The supplied Amazon screenshots show the product family and one 14 lb model. Their conflicting item-weight fields were not reused as specifications. This page does not assign that screenshot’s ASIN to every DTX size or claim current price, rating, stock or measured holding performance.
- Lewmar DTX product information and current guarantee
- Lewmar catalog: DTX size table and dimension drawings