Wichard HR Bow Shackle Ω 24mm High Resistance

12,800kg nautical Working Load. 35,000kg Breaking Load. Forged HR construction for seriously demanding connections.

The Wichard HR Bow Shackle Ω 24mm #11249 is designed for marine applications where exceptional mechanical strength is required.

As the largest 24mm model in Wichard’s current HR Bow Shackle range, it combines a massive 35-tonne Breaking Load with the additional connection space of a wide Bow / Ω geometry.

Made from forged HR 17-4 PH stainless steel, it is a professional-grade marine fitting for demanding sailing, yacht and rigging installations.

HR – High Resistance Stainless Steel

The HR designation stands for High Resistance.

Wichard manufactures the #11249 from:

HR 17-4 PH Stainless Steel

The combination of this high-resistance stainless-steel grade and forged construction allows the shackle to achieve exceptional working and breaking loads.

According to Wichard, a forged HR shackle can offer up to 60% more resistance than a comparable shackle manufactured from 316L stainless steel.

This makes the HR range particularly suitable when strength is a priority and conventional lower-strength stainless-steel hardware may not be sufficient.

Forged for Extreme Loads

The Wichard #11249 is not simply a large stainless-steel shackle. It is a forged high-resistance shackle engineered specifically for high loads.

The result is impressive:

Ø24mm diameter → 12,800kg Working Load → 35,000kg Breaking Load

For heavy-duty sailing and rigging applications, these figures make the #11249 a serious piece of professional marine hardware.

Bow / Ω Shape – More Space for Connections

The characteristic Bow / Ω shape offers an important practical advantage.

Compared with the narrower profile of a D shackle, the wider rounded body provides more internal room for the connection.

Wichard specifically recommends its HR Bow Shackles for applications where:

• High loads are required
• Ample internal room is needed
• Several lines or cables need to be attached

This means the #11249 combines exceptional strength with greater connection flexibility.

24mm Diameter

The nominal diameter of the Wichard #11249 is:

Ø24mm

This is also the largest diameter currently listed in Wichard’s HR Bow Shackle range, which runs from 8mm up to 24mm.

For installations requiring a substantial high-load connection point, the 24mm construction provides serious capacity while retaining the practical benefits of a Bow / Ω profile.

Nautical Working Load – 12,800kg

For nautical applications, Wichard specifies:

Working Load: 12,800kg

That’s 12.8 tonnes of nautical Working Load.

Wichard specifically distinguishes this Working Load (WL) as the rating for nautical applications.

This exceptional capacity makes the #11249 relevant to appropriately engineered high-load sailing and yacht applications.

Breaking Load – 35,000kg

The Wichard HR Bow Shackle 24mm has an exceptional:

Breaking Load: 35,000kg / 35 tonnes

This is one of the strongest reasons to choose the #11249 when extremely high mechanical performance is required.

It is important, however, to distinguish between the two figures:

Working Load = 12,800kg
Breaking Load = 35,000kg

The Breaking Load must never be treated as the normal permissible operating load.

Industrial WLL – 7,000kg

For industrial applications, Wichard specifies:

WLL: 7,000kg

Wichard states that WLL applies only to industrial applications, such as lifting.

The manufacturer uses a safety factor of five against Breaking Load:

35,000kg ÷ 5 = 7,000kg WLL.

The three key load ratings are therefore:

Understanding the difference between these values is essential when selecting the correct shackle for the intended application.

Weight – 1.706kg

Despite its huge load capacity, the Wichard #11249 weighs:

1.706kg

For comparison, this 1.706kg component delivers a 35,000kg Breaking Load.

This demonstrates the impressive mechanical performance achieved through the combination of forged construction and HR 17-4 PH stainless steel.

Bow Shackle Ω vs D Shackle

Choosing between a Bow Shackle and a D Shackle depends on the requirements and geometry of the connection.

A D Shackle features a narrower profile and provides a more compact connection point.

A Bow / Ω Shackle has a wider rounded body, creating more internal room.

This wider geometry becomes especially useful when the application requires additional space or several compatible lines or cables need to share the connection.

For the #11249, Wichard specifically highlights ample room and the possibility of attaching several lines or cables as intended benefits.

Built for High-Load Applications

The Wichard #11249 is specifically designed for applications requiring high loads.

Depending on the engineering requirements and geometry of the installation, it is relevant for applications such as heavy-duty sailing hardware, yacht hardware, rigging systems, high-load connection points and professional marine installations.

Correct sizing is essential. Always consider the actual loads, loading direction, connection geometry and specifications of every component involved.

CE Marking

The Wichard HR Bow Shackle #11249 is CE marked.

Wichard also specifies an industrial WLL of 7,000kg, with a safety factor of five relative to the 35,000kg Breaking Load.

This provides professional users with clearly defined ratings for selecting the product according to its intended application.

Important – Not for Mooring

Even with its massive 35-tonne Breaking Load, Wichard explicitly states:

Do not use the #11249 for mooring applications.

This is an important distinction. A very high Breaking Load does not mean that a piece of hardware is suitable for every loading condition or every marine application.

Always follow Wichard’s instructions and select marine hardware specifically for its intended use.

Why Choose the Wichard HR Bow Shackle Ω 24mm?

The #11249 is designed for users who need extreme mechanical strength combined with the additional space of a Bow Shackle:

• Genuine Wichard HR Bow Shackle
• Wichard Part Number 11249
• 24mm diameter
• Largest diameter in the current Wichard HR Bow Shackle range
• Bow / Ω geometry
• Forged construction
• HR 17-4 PH stainless steel
• Up to 60% more resistant than a comparable 316L stainless-steel shackle
• Nautical Working Load: 12,800kg
• Industrial WLL: 7,000kg
• Breaking Load: 35,000kg
• Weight: 1.706kg
• Wide profile for ample internal room
• Possibility to attach several compatible lines or cables
• Designed for high-load applications
• CE marking
• Exceptional mechanical performance
• Not suitable for mooring applications

Technical Specifications