Maxwell RODE56 8-Plait Nylon Anchor Rode 5/8" x 300' with 25' 5/16" Galvanized Chain

The Maxwell RODE56 is a complete 325-foot anchor rode kit combining 25 feet of galvanized 5/16" High Test G4 chain professionally spliced to 300 feet of 5/8" 8-plait nylon rope. Designed to work seamlessly with Maxwell windlasses, this pre-assembled rode delivers a smooth, reliable transition from chain to rope for effortless anchoring.

The nylon rope section is constructed using Maxwell's signature Nylon Brait™ 8-plait technology — an 8-strand braid engineered to provide firm strand formation while maintaining full stowage flexibility in your anchor locker. Unlike traditional 3-strand rope, the bi-directional woven lay means the line has no clockwise or counter-clockwise bias, preventing hockling and kinking for trouble-free windlass operation.

Key Features:

• 25 feet of galvanized 5/16" High Test (HT) G4 chain for weight and abrasion resistance at the anchor end
• 300 feet of 5/8" 8-plait nylon Brait™ rope for superior shock absorption and flexibility
• 325 feet of total rode length for deep-water anchoring capability
• Factory-spliced rope-to-chain connection for maximum strength and reliability
• 8-plait construction eliminates hockling and kinking — no clockwise or counter-clockwise rope bias
• Maximum energy absorption to reduce snatch loads on cleats and windlass
• Optimized for use with Maxwell windlasses for smooth rope-to-chain transitions
• Galvanized chain provides corrosion resistance in saltwater environments

The RODE56 is an ideal anchoring solution for cruisers and powerboat owners seeking a ready-to-deploy, windlass-compatible rode. The combination of heavy chain and high-stretch nylon rope delivers the catenary effect and shock-load absorption needed for secure holding in a wide range of conditions.