Wichard HR Bow Shackle Ω 8mm High Resistance

Only 68 g, yet capable of a 1,760 kg nautical Working Load and 4,100 kg Breaking Load.

The Wichard HR Bow Shackle Ω 8mm #11244 combines impressive mechanical strength with compact dimensions and the versatility of a wide bow-shaped body.

Designed for high-load applications, this premium Wichard shackle is manufactured from forged HR 17-4 PH stainless steel. Its Ω / Bow geometry provides more internal room than a conventional D shackle and makes it possible to attach several compatible lines or cables when the installation requires it.

HR – High Resistance Stainless Steel

The HR designation means High Resistance.

Wichard manufactures the #11244 from 17-4 PH high-resistance stainless steel, specifically selected for its high mechanical performance.

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

This is particularly important when you need high load capacity from a relatively small piece of marine hardware.

Forged Construction

The Wichard #11244 features forged construction.

By combining forging with high-resistance 17-4 PH stainless steel, Wichard achieves excellent mechanical strength without making the shackle unnecessarily large or heavy.

For performance sailing and professional marine applications, this creates an excellent combination of strength, compact dimensions and low weight.

Bow / Ω Shape – More Room for Connections

The distinctive Ω / Bow shape is one of the main advantages of this shackle.

Compared with a narrower D shackle, the rounded bow provides additional internal space.

Wichard specifically recommends the HR Bow Shackle when:

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

This makes the #11244 particularly versatile for suitable sailing and rigging configurations.

Compact 8mm Diameter

The nominal diameter of the #11244 is:

Ø8 mm

Despite this compact size, Wichard specifies a nautical Working Load of 1,760 kg and Breaking Load of 4,100 kg.

That makes its strength-to-size ratio one of the most important reasons to choose this HR shackle.

Nautical Working Load – 1,760 kg

For nautical applications, Wichard specifies:

Working Load: 1,760 kg

Wichard defines Working Load as the static load at which the product continues to function without excessive friction, wear or permanent deformation of its components. For water-sports and other non-industrial applications, Wichard says the Working Load is the value that should be considered.

Breaking Load – 4,100 kg

The Wichard HR Bow Shackle 8mm has an impressive:

Breaking Load: 4,100 kg

For such a compact shackle, this demonstrates the mechanical performance achieved by Wichard’s forged HR construction.

The Breaking Load should not be treated as the normal permissible working load. Wichard defines Breaking Load as the static load at which major structural failure or complete destruction of a new product can be expected.

Industrial WLL – 820 kg

For industrial applications such as lifting, the #11244 has:

WLL: 820 kg

Wichard states that WLL applies to industrial applications only and is calculated using a safety factor of five against the Breaking Load:

4,100 kg ÷ 5 = 820 kg WLL.

The three values should therefore be clearly distinguished:

Just 68 g

One of the standout specifications of the #11244 is its weight:

Only 68 g

Combining a 4,100 kg Breaking Load with a weight of just 68 g gives the Wichard HR Bow Shackle an impressive strength-to-weight ratio.

For performance sailing, racing and weight-conscious marine installations, this is a significant advantage.

Detailed Dimensions

The official dimensions of the Wichard #11244 are: