- V (Vee) anvils are used for cylindrical shaped rods or tubing
- Pedestal spot anvils are used for testing small parts and sheet metal where little support is required
- Flat anvils are primarily used primarily for small and large test specimens that are flat
- Anvil, Cylindron (Roller Anvil) is designed to support cylindrical work
- Diamond spot anvils are recommended for supporting thin, soft sheet metal
- Eyeball anvils are designed for test pieces with slight tapers
- Gooseneck anvils are primarily used for testing the outside diameter of thin-wall tubing
- Variable rests (extension rest) are used for supporting long pieces
- ISO 6508
- Manufactured in accordance to Rockwell Revision; E18-07
