Tool

Anchor scope calculator

Scope is the ratio of rode (chain + line) deployed to the vertical distance from the bow chock to the seabed. Use 5:1 for a lunch hook in calm water, 7:1 overnight, and 10:1 in heavy weather.

Total depth from bow chock to bottom: 21 ft

5:1 lunch hook

105 ft

of rode to pay out

7:1 overnight

147 ft

of rode to pay out

10:1 storm

210 ft

of rode to pay out

Estimates only. All-chain rode can get away with slightly less scope; nylon needs at least 7:1 to stretch and absorb shock.