The Twister’s aerobatic wing is capable of soaring in high winds. A signature Limited Edition batch with anasymmetric graphic design has been in production since January 2007. Beginning of July 2007, and following the success of the Twister 18, Apco launched the Twister 16 for lighter pilots. The Twister features a 43+km/h trim speed, tape reinforced L/E and ribs, Flexon technology, and Cousin’s Technora lines with no stretch or shrinking, and no friction burning. A Butt hole on the trailing edge allows easy access to empty sand and dirt, all metal parts are non-rust or Stainless Steel, and the A and B hook-up points have span wise tape tensioner. The Twister is NON CERTIFIED and should only be flown by expert Acro pilots and in compliance with national aeronautical law. The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester because of its better mechanical properties. The karabiners that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel.
Size 18 Product Code: 15100 Cells: 50 Area: 18 sq.m Area (projected): 16.2 sq.m Span: 10.0 m Span (projected): 8.6 m Aspect Ratio: 5.6 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.5 Pilot Weight (all up): 75-115 Canopy Weight: 4.8 Root Chord: 2.2 m Tip Chord: 0.46 m Length of Lines on B: 7.6 m Certification: None V-min: 25 km/h V-trim: 43 km/h V-max: 57 km/h Min Sink @ opt loading: 1.3 m/s L/E Top + Bottom Sail cloth: “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rear Top + Bottom Sail cloth: “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Ribs Sail cloth: Ripstop Nylon Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom(A3 :: B3) Lines Material: Superaramide Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Mid Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Bottom Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom(A3 :: B3) Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Lines Diameter: 95 kg Mid Lines Diameter: 150 kg Bottom Lines Diameter: 220 kg Bottom(A3 :: B3) Lines Diameter: 320 kg Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 95 kg Steering Line Diameter: 85 kg
Size 16 Product Code: 15000 Cells: 50 Area: 16.5 sq.m Area (projected): 14.9 sq.m Span: 9.2 m Span (projected): 7.9 m Aspect Ratio: 5.6 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.5 Pilot Weight (all up): 50-85 Canopy Weight: 4.2 Root Chord: 2.0 m Tip Chord: 0.42 m Length of Lines on B: 7.0 m Certification: None V-min: 25 km/h V-trim: 43 km/h V-max: 57 km/h Min Sink @ opt loading: 1.3 m/s L/E Top + Bottom Sail cloth: “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rear Top + Bottom Sail cloth: “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Ribs Sail cloth: Ripstop Nylon Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom(A3 :: B3) Lines Material: Superaramide Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Mid Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Bottom Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom(A3 :: B3) Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Lines Diameter: 95 kg Mid Lines Diameter: 150 kg Bottom Lines Diameter: 220 kg Bottom(A3 :: B3) Lines Diameter: 320 kg Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 95 kg Steering Line Diameter: 85 kg
Libra is a cross country high-performance glider, with a super-low drag design, incorporating embedded minimal drag top Dyneema line cascade unsheathed (lifetime guarantee), “zero drag” Bullet risers and reduced total line length. Featuring a hi-tech profile developed from the Vista’s profile, accelerated flight brake compensator for a wide speed range, a double-coated cloth for extended durability, and all metal parts in Stainless Steel or Aluminium. Neodymium brake magnets and brake line connected to handles via swivels to eliminate line twists. Equipped with Flexon battens systems, and reduced intake size, optimising performance, inflation characteristics and reopening behaviour. The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester because of its better mechanical properties. The karabiners that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel.
X-Small Product Code: 21100 Cells: 52 Area: 25.54 sq.m Area (projected): 22.79 sq.m Span: 11.9 m Span (projected): 9.94 m Aspect Ratio: 5.54 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.35 Pilot Weight (all up): 55-75 kg Canopy Weight: 5.8 kg Root Chord: 2.71 m Tip Chord: 0.54 m Length of Lines on B: 7.15 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 38 km/h V-max: 55+ km/h Min Sink: 0.9 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top cascade + stab.top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid cascade + stab. Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom A1;B1 Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom C ; D Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top cascade + stab.top Lines Diameter: 1.0 mm Mid cascade + stab. Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom A1;B1 Lines Material: 1.9 mm Bottom C ; D Diameter: 1.5 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top cascade + stab.top Lines Strength: 90 kg Mid cascade + stab. Lines Strength: 120 kg Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Strength: 230 kg Bottom A1;B1 Lines Strength: 320 kg Bottom C ; D Strength: 150 kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Small Product Code: 21200 Cells: 53 Area: 26.36 sq.m Area (projected): 23.53 sq.m Span: 12.20 m Span (projected): 10.22 m Aspect Ratio: 5.65 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.45 Pilot Weight (all up): 70-95 kg Canopy Weight: 6.0 kg Root Chord: 2.71 m Tip Chord: 0.54 m Length of Lines on B: 7.4 m Total Length of Lines: 332 m Certification: EN – C (certification flights) V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 38 km/h V-max: 55+ km/h Min Sink: 0.9 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top cascade + stab.top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid cascade + stab. Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom A1;B1 Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom C ; D Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top cascade + stab.top Lines Diameter: 1.0 mm Mid cascade + stab. Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom A1;B1 Lines Material: 1.9 mm Bottom C ; D Diameter: 1.5 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top cascade + stab.top Lines Strength: 90 kg Mid cascade + stab. Lines Strength: 120 kg Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Strength: 230 kg Bottom A1;B1 Lines Strength: 320 kg Bottom C ; D Strength: 150 kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Medium Product Code: 21300 Cells: 55 Area: 28.00 sq.m Area (projected): 25.01 sq.m Span: 12.82 m Span (projected): 10.78 m Aspect Ratio: 5.87 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.65 Pilot Weight (all up): 85-110 kg Canopy Weight: 6.3 kg Root Chord: 2.71 m Tip Chord: 0.54 m Length of Lines on B: 7.9 m Total Length of Lines: 350 m Certification: EN – C (certification flights) V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 38 km/h V-max: 55+ km/h Min Sink: 0.9 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top cascade + stab.top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid cascade + stab. Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom A1;B1 Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom C ; D Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top cascade + stab.top Lines Diameter: 1.0 mm Mid cascade + stab. Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom A1;B1 Lines Material: 1.9 mm Bottom C ; D Diameter: 1.5 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top cascade + stab.top Lines Strength: 90 kg Mid cascade + stab. Lines Strength: 120 kg Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Strength: 230 kg Bottom A1;B1 Lines Strength: 320 kg Bottom C ; D Strength: 150 kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Large Product Code: 21400 Cells: 57 Area: 29.64 sq.m Area (projected): 26.49 sq.m Span: 13.44 m Span (projected): 11.34 m Aspect Ratio: 6.09 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.85 Pilot Weight (all up): 100-130 kg Canopy Weight: 6.6 kg Root Chord: 2.71 m Tip Chord: 0.54 m Length of Lines on B: 8.4 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 38 km/h V-max: 55+ km/h Min Sink: 0.9 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top cascade + stab.top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid cascade + stab. Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom A1;B1 Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom C ; D Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top cascade + stab.top Lines Diameter: 1.0 mm Mid cascade + stab. Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom A1;B1 Lines Material: 1.9 mm Bottom C ; D Diameter: 1.5 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top cascade + stab.top Lines Strength: 90 kg Mid cascade + stab. Lines Strength: 120 kg Bottom A3;A5;B3;B5 Lines Strength: 230 kg Bottom A1;B1 Lines Strength: 320 kg Bottom C ; D Strength: 150 kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
The Vista is a DHV 1-2 Sports Class Intermediate, all-around wing with a free-style feel intended for a wide range of pilots and flying styles. New technology has been incorporated to reduce the glider’s weight without sacrificing the durability of the cloth or construction. Vista is equipped with Flexon® battens contributing to an extended speed range and improved performance, and Neodymium magnets and swivels on the brake handles. The Vista features minimum drag top Dyneema lines (lifetime guarantee), split A risers with separate A / B / C / D line attachment, double-coated cloth for extended durability. All metal parts are Stainless Steel, and advanced diagonal rib structure, and heavy-duty Superaramide® lines. The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester because of its better mechanical properties. The carabiners that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel. Price 2009: US$3,400.00
X-Small Product Code: 18100 Cells: 45 Area: 25.6 sq.m Area (projected): 22.3 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 11.42 m Span (projected): 9.31 m Aspect Ratio: 5.1 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.9 Pilot Weight (all up): 55-80 kg Weight of Canopy: 6.0 kg Root Cord: 2.77 m Tip Cord: 0.55 m Length of Lines on B: 7.1 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max: 50+ km/h Min Sink: 1.0 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.0 mm Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Lines Strength: 90 kg Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Strength: 120 kg Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Strength: 230 kg Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Strength: 320 kg Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Strength: 150 kg Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Small Product Code: 18200 Cells: 46 Area: 26.5 sq.m Area (projected): 23.2 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 11.75 m Span (projected): 9.64 m Aspect Ratio: 5.2 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.0 Pilot Weight (all up): 70-95 kg Weight of Canopy: 6.2 kg Root Cord: 2.77 m Tip Cord: 0.55 m Length of Lines on B: 7.4 m Total length of line used: 369 m Certification: DHV 1-2 Trim & accelerated V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max: 50+ km/h Min Sink: 1.0 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.0 mm Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Lines Strength: 90 kg Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Strength: 120 kg Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Strength: 230 kg Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Strength: 320 kg Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Strength: 150 kg Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Medium Product Code: 18300 Cells: 48 Area: 28.3 sq.m Area (projected): 25.0 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 12.40 m Span (projected): 10.30 m Aspect Ratio: 5.4 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.2 Pilot Weight (all up): 85-110 kg Weight of Canopy: 6.5 kg Root Cord: 2.77 m Tip Cord: 0.55 m Length of Lines on B: 7.9 m Total length of line used: 390 m Certification: DHV 1-2 Trim & accelerated V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max: 50+ km/h Min Sink: 1.0 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.0 mm Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Lines Strength: 90 kg Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Strength: 120 kg Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Strength: 230 kg Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Strength: 320 kg Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Strength: 150 kg Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Large Product Code: 18400 Cells: 50 Area: 30.1 sq.m Area (projected): 26.8 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 13.05 m Span (projected): 10.96 m Aspect Ratio: 5.6 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.5 Pilot Weight (all up): 100-125 kg Weight of Canopy: 6.7 kg Root Cord: 2.77 m Tip Cord: 0.55 m Length of Lines on B: 8.4 m Total length of line used: 429 m Certification: DHV 1-2 Trim & accelerated V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max: 50+ km/h Min Sink: 1.0 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Material: Superaramide Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.0 mm Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Lines Strength: 90 kg Mid/Stabilo Top Lines Strength: 120 kg Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) Top Lines Strength: 230 kg Bottom (A1/B1) Top Lines Strength: 320 kg Bottom (C/D) Top Lines Strength: 150 kg Brakes Cascade/ St. Top Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Thrust 2009 is a purpose built paramotor wing improve the Thrust HP. Renamed Thrust 2009 (or for short Thrust 09), it is based on the earlier Thrust, but incorporates new materials and innovations. New designs features were incorporated into the wing such as the FLEXON ® batten system, new lightweight Gelvenor double coated siliconised cloth and stabilo steering. The Thrust HP ’09 employs an automatic Stall Recovery System (SRS) that allows the pilot fly and launch at low speed despite the high wing loading. It prevents the wing and pilot from stalling at critical angle of attacks and aids in automatic recovery in case of a stall. Thrust 2009 is suited to free flying and can be supplied with paragliding risers on request. Other features are the diagonal rib structure, split A riser, all metal parts Stainless Steel or Aluminium, Butt Holes, Heavy-duty Swivels on brake handles, and integral, built-in, Neodymium brake magnets. With a speed range of 23 to 60+ km/h, the Thrust SP is equipped with the HIT valve on the L/E, reflex airfoil, and universal riser + accelerator and trimmers to fit any paramotor frame The lightweight Gelvenor siliconised cloth has an optional 5 Year/500 hour warranty, shedding 500gr. of its weight. The FLEXON® batten system incorporated, replacing mylar reinforcement on L/E, saves another 300gr from the weight of the glider. Thrust HP 2009 is lighter by almost one kilo, thanks to the new cloth and sophisticated FLEXON® system – 5.4kg for S and 5.8kg for M. Equipped with a new non-slip, easy lock Trim tab and with accelerator and trim (for paramotor version), featuring 2 different levels of hook-in points enabling the THRUST to be fitted to any frame and capable of a speed range of over over 50km/h. The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester because of its better mechanical properties. The karabiners that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel. In order to prove the safety of Thrust HP ’09, Air Turquoise, – official EN certification laboratory, – conducted a test sequence for all parameters of safety as a paramotor unit, in addition to standard paragliding certification. The tests confirmed that the reflex hybrid technology of Thrust HP actually improves the safety of the wing on higher speeds or with trimmers released. During the test, load on A and B risers were measured at different angle of attack at different speeds and it was proved that the load rises on A and B risers with increased speed, making collapses more difficult, contributing to the stability. Thrust Price 2009: US$2,850.00 Thrust HP Price 2009: US$2,850.00
Thrust 2009 Small Product Code: 20200 Cells: 42 Area: 27.3 sq.m Area (projected): 23.4 sq.m Span: 11.58 m Span (projected): 9.32 m Aspect Ratio: 4.91 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.71 Pilot Weight (all up) P/M: 70-115 kg Pilot Weight (all up) P/G: 65-85 kg Canopy Weight: 5.7 kg Root Chord: 3.03 m Tip Chord: 0.58 m Length of Lines on B: 6.6 m Total Length of Lines: 407 m Certification: CEN/AFNOR Standard Class Load Test: 198 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max P/M Version: 50 km/h V-max P/G Version: 45 km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon L/E Reinforcement: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Middle A/B/C/D Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom L/XL Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom S/M Lines Material: Super Aramid Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Material: Super Aramid Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Middle A/B/C/D Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom L/XL Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom S/M Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2 mm Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Middle A/B/C/D Lines Strength: 110 kg Bottom L/XL Lines Strength: 220 kg Bottom S/M Lines Strength: 155v Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Strength: 320 kg Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Strength: 220 kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Thrust 2009 Medium Product Code: 20300 Cells: 44 Area: 29.3 sq.m Area (projected): 25.2 sq.m Span: 12.20 m Span (projected): 9.85 m Aspect Ratio: 5.08 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.85 Pilot Weight (all up) P/M: 85.135 kg Pilot Weight (all up) P/G: 80-100 kg Canopy Weight: 6.0 kg Root Chord: 3.03 m Tip Chord: 0.58 m Length of Lines on B: 7.0 m Total Length of Lines: 421 m Certification: CEN/AFNOR Standard Class Load Test: 198 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max P/M Version: 50 km/h V-max P/G Version: 45 km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon L/E Reinforcement: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Middle A/B/C/D Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom L/XL Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom S/M Lines Material: Super Aramid Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Material: Super Aramid Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Middle A/B/C/D Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom L/XL Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom S/M Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2 mm Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Middle A/B/C/D Lines Strength: 110 kg Bottom L/XL Lines Strength: 220 kg Bottom S/M Lines Strength: 155v Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Strength: 320 kg Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Strength: 220 kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Thrust 2009 Large Product Code: 20400 Cells: 46 Area: 31.3 sq.m Area (projected): 26.9 sq.m Span: 12.90 m Span (projected): 10.4 m Aspect Ratio: 5.31 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.02 Pilot Weight (all up) P/M: 100-155 kg Pilot Weight (all up) P/G: 95-120 kg Canopy Weight: 6.3 kg Root Chord: 3.03 m Tip Chord: 0.58 m Length of Lines on B: 7.4 m Total Length of Lines: 441 m Certification: CEN/AFNOR Standard Class Load Test: 198 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max P/M Version: 50 km/h V-max P/G Version: 45 km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon L/E Reinforcement: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Middle A/B/C/D Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom L/XL Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom S/M Lines Material: Super Aramid Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Material: Super Aramid Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Middle A/B/C/D Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom L/XL Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom S/M Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2 mm Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Middle A/B/C/D Lines Strength: 110 kg Bottom L/XL Lines Strength: 220 kg Bottom S/M Lines Strength: 155v Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Strength: 320 kg Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Strength: 220 kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Thrust 2009 X-Large Product Code: 20500 Cells: 48 Area: 33.3 sq.m Area (projected): 28.6 sq.m Span: 13.50 m Span (projected): 10.9 m Aspect Ratio: 5.47 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.15 Pilot Weight (all up) P/M: 110-180 kg Pilot Weight (all up) P/G: 110-140 kg Canopy Weight: 6.6 kg Root Chord: 3.03 m Tip Chord: 0.58 m Length of Lines on B: 7.7 m Total Length of Lines: 481 m Certification: CEN/AFNOR Standard Class Load Test: 198 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max P/M Version: 50 km/h V-max P/G Version: 45 km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon L/E Reinforcement: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Middle A/B/C/D Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom L/XL Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom S/M Lines Material: Super Aramid Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Material: Super Aramid Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Middle A/B/C/D Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom L/XL Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom S/M Lines Diameter: 1.5 mm Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2 mm Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Middle A/B/C/D Lines Strength: 110 kg Bottom L/XL Lines Strength: 220 kg Bottom S/M Lines Strength: 155v Center Bottom (A/B) L/XL Lines Strength: 320 kg Center Bottom (A/B) S/M Lines Strength: 220 kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Thrust HP 2009 Small Product Code: 17100 Cells: 41 Area: 26.2 sq.m Area (projected): 22.2 sq.m Span: 11.3 m Span (projected): 9.05 m Aspect Ratio: 4.87 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.69 Pilot Weight (all up + paramotor unit): 70-140 kg Canopy Weight: 5.4 kg Tip Chord: 0.58 m Length of Lines on B: 6.4 m Total Length of Lines: 399 m Certification: New CEN V-min: 22 km/h V-trim: 38-40 km/h V-trim off: 45-47 km/h V-max: 60+ km/h Min Sink opt wing loading: 1.2 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon L/E Reinforcement: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Middle Lines Material:Superaramide Bottom Lines Material:Superaramide Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Middle Lines Diameter: 1.2/ 1.8 mm Bottom Lines Diameter: 1.8/ 1.9 mm Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Middle Lines Strength: 110/ 20 kg Bottom Lines Strength: 220/ 320 kg
Thrust HP 2009 Medium Product Code: 17200 Cells: 42 Area: 27.5 sq.m Area (projected): 23.5 sq.m Span: 11.6 m Span (projected): 9.35 m Aspect Ratio: 4.90 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.72 Pilot Weight (all up + paramotor unit): 100-165 kg Canopy Weight: 5.8 kg Tip Chord: 0.58 m Length of Lines on B: 6.6 m Total Length of Lines: 407 m Certification: Paramotor AFNOR / CEN V-min: 22 km/h V-trim: 38-40 km/h V-trim off: 45-47 km/h V-max: 60+ km/h Min Sink opt wing loading: 1.2 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon L/E Reinforcement: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Dyneema Middle Lines Material:Superaramide Bottom Lines Material:Superaramide Top Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Middle Lines Diameter: 1.2/ 1.8 mm Bottom Lines Diameter: 1.8/ 1.9 mm Top Lines Strength: 95 kg Middle Lines Strength: 110/ 20 kg Bottom Lines Strength: 220/ 320 kg
KARMA out-performs many DHV 1-2 gliders while maintaining DHV 1 security at all speeds. A new profile, further planform evolution, and design innovations improved the overall performance. The glider weight has been sharply reduced, though still using Gelvenor cloth. The Small prototype was called Debute. The Karma is also available in a paramotor version, with modified risers with trimmers. Based on the DHV-1 Karma paraglider, it offers a solution as a school paramotor or as a first paramotor for the novice pilot. The Karma features a new sophisticated profile, Split A-riser, Butt hole with Velcro closure, and is damped in pitch, highly resistant to surging forward or back even in turbulence (in line with newest, stringent DHV 1 requirements) The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester because of its better mechanical properties. The karabiners that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel. Price 2009: US$2,400.00 Apco’s Karma Sport (Karma SP) new beginner / intermediate wing was offered side by side with Karma. An additional beginner / intermediate wing which has a lot in common with Karma’s philosophy, but is glider with sharp, immediate response (handling inspired by Vista), and of a light, low weight, low pack volume. Almost a kilo lighter than the Karma, the SP is equipped with Flexon battens across the span on the L/E, has a significantly lower line drag, and is made from new lightweight cloth. KARMA SP Paramotor Version KARMA SP was extensively tested for freeflying as well as under power and its equally well suited for both – making it a great wing for a paramotor. The KARMA SP’s overall behavior is tuned for motorised flight. From easy nil wind inflation and launching to ultra-safe stability. The SP features Split A riser for perfect launch and big ears, an advanced riser system, stainless steel hardware , and anti-twist swivel and neodynium magnet brake handle. The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester because of its better mechanical properties. The karabiners that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel.
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Karma X-Small Product Code: 14100 Cells: 38 Area: 25.6 sq.m Area (projected): 22.6 sq.m Span: 11.06 m Span (projected): 8.79 m Aspect Ratio: 4.8 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.4 Pilot Weight (all up): 50-75 kg Canopy Weight: 5.6 kg Root Chord: 2.84 m Tip Chord: 0.48 m Length of Lines on B: 7.4 m Total Length of Lines: 374 m Certification: DHV-1 Trim & accel Load Test: 160 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 20 km/h V-trim: 36 km/h V-max: 45+ km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180 g/sq.m Mylar (trilam) Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2 mm Top Lines Diameter: 110 kg Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Diameter: 220 kg Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Diameter: 320 kg Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 95 kg Steering Line Diameter: 85 kg
Karma Small Product Code: 14200 Cells: 39 Area: 26.6 sq.m Area (projected): 23.6 sq.m Span: 11.41 m Span (projected): 9.14 m Aspect Ratio: 4.9 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.5 Pilot Weight (all up): 60-90 kg Canopy Weight: 6.0 kg Root Chord: 2.84 m Tip Chord: 0.48 m Length of Lines on B: 7.7 m Total Length of Lines: 412 m Certification: DHV-1 Trim & accel Load Test: 160 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 20 km/h V-trim: 36 km/h V-max: 45+ km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180 g/sq.m Mylar (trilam) Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2 mm Top Lines Diameter: 110 kg Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Diameter: 220 kg Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Diameter: 320 kg Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 95 kg Steering Line Diameter: 85 kg
Karma Medium Product Code: 14300 Cells: 41 Area: 28.6 sq.m Area (projected): 25.6 sq.m Span: 12.12 m Span (projected): 9.85 m Aspect Ratio: 5.1 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.8 Pilot Weight (all up): 80-110 kg Canopy Weight: 6.3 kg Root Chord: 2.84 m Tip Chord: 0.48 m Length of Lines on B: 8.2 m Total Length of Lines: 448 m Certification: DHV-1 Trim & accel Load Test: 160 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 20 km/h V-trim: 36 km/h V-max: 45+ km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180 g/sq.m Mylar (trilam) Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2 mm Top Lines Diameter: 110 kg Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Diameter: 220 kg Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Diameter: 320 kg Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 95 kg Steering Line Diameter: 85 kg
Karma Large Product Code: 14400 Cells: 43 Area: 30.6 sq.m Area (projected): 27.6 sq.m Span: 12.83 m Span (projected): 10.56 m Aspect Ratio: 5.4 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.0 Pilot Weight (all up): 100-130 kg Canopy Weight: 6.6 kg Root Chord: 2.84 m Tip Chord: 0.48 m Length of Lines on B: 8.7 m Total Length of Lines: 473 m Certification: DHV-1 Trim & accel Load Test: 160 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 20 km/h V-trim: 36 km/h V-max: 45+ km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180 g/sq.m Mylar (trilam) Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2 mm Top Lines Diameter: 110 kg Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) Lines Diameter: 220 kg Bottom (A1,B1) Lines Diameter: 320 kg Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 95 kg Steering Line Diameter: 85 kg
Karma SP X-Small Product Code: 14110 Cells: 38 Area: 25.6 sq.m Area (projected): 22.6 sq.m Span: 11.06 m Span (projected): 8.79 m Aspect Ratio: 4.8 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.4 Pilot Weight (all up) P/G: 50-75 kg Pilot Weight (all up) P/M: 60-100 kg Canopy Weight: 5.2 kg Root Chord: 2.84 m Tip Chord: 0.48 m Length of Lines on B: 7.4 m Total Length of Lines: 374 m Load Test: 170 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 20 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max: 46+ km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Line Material: Dyneema Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Top Line Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Diameter: 1.5 mm Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Line Strength: 95 kg Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Strength: 110 kg Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Strength: 150 kg Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Strength: 230 kg Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Strength: 320 kg Brake Cascades Top Line Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Karma SP Small Product Code: 14210 Cells: 39 Area: 26.6 sq.m Area (projected): 23.6 sq.m Span: 11.41 m Span (projected): 9.14 m Aspect Ratio: 4.9 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.5 Pilot Weight (all up) P/G: 60-90 kg Pilot Weight (all up) P/M: 70-115 kg Canopy Weight: 5.4 kg Root Chord: 2.84 m Tip Chord: 0.48 m Length of Lines on B: 7.7 m Total Length of Lines: 412 m Certification: EN Load Test: 170 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 20 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max: 46+ km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Line Material: Dyneema Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Top Line Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Diameter: 1.5 mm Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Line Strength: 95 kg Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Strength: 110 kg Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Strength: 150 kg Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Strength: 230 kg Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Strength: 320 kg Brake Cascades Top Line Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Karma SP Medium Product Code: 14310 Cells: 41 Area: 28.6 sq.m Area (projected): 25.6 sq.m Span: 12.12 m Span (projected): 9.85 m Aspect Ratio: 5.1 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.8 Pilot Weight (all up) P/G: 80-110 kg Pilot Weight (all up) P/M: 85-135 kg Canopy Weight: 5.7 kg Root Chord: 2.84 m Tip Chord: 0.48 m Length of Lines on B: 8.2 m Total Length of Lines: 448 m Certification: EN Load Test: 170 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 20 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max: 46+ km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Line Material: Dyneema Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Top Line Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Diameter: 1.5 mm Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Line Strength: 95 kg Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Strength: 110 kg Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Strength: 150 kg Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Strength: 230 kg Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Strength: 320 kg Brake Cascades Top Line Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
Karma SP Large Product Code: 14410 Cells: 43 Area: 30.6 sq.m Area (projected): 27.6 sq.m Span: 12.12 m Span (projected): 10.56 m Aspect Ratio: 5.4 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.0 Pilot Weight (all up) P/G: 100-130 kg Pilot Weight (all up) P/M: 110-165 kg Canopy Weight: 6.0 kg Root Chord: 2.84 m Tip Chord: 0.48 m Length of Lines on B: 8.7 m Total Length of Lines: 473 m Certification: EN Load Test: 170 Kg Max load (Paramotor application) V-min: 20 km/h V-trim: 37 km/h V-max: 46+ km/h Min Sink: 1.1 m/s Sail Cloth Fabric: 42 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: FLEXON® batten system Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours Top Line Material: Dyneema Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Top Line Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Diameter: 1.5 mm Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Line Strength: 95 kg Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Strength: 110 kg Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Strength: 150 kg Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Strength: 230 kg Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Strength: 320 kg Brake Cascades Top Line Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg Top Line Material: Dyneema Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Top Line Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Diameter: 1.2 mm Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Diameter: 1.5 mm Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Diameter: 1.8 mm Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Diameter: 1.9 mm Brake Cascades Top Line Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0 mm Top Line Strength: 95 kg Top c; d; Lower St Top Line Strength: 110 kg Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b Top Line Strength: 150 kg Bottom A3,5;B3,5 Top Line Strength: 230 kg Bottom A1;B1 Top Line Strength: 320 kg Brake Cascades Top Line Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 85 kg
The Prima was introduced in 1993. Since then thousands have been delivered, probably the longest produced classic trainer – it is equally well suited for teaching free flying and perfect for entry level paramotoring. This wing has been modernised with a 3rd version released. The wing is exactly the same as before, but has improved flare and adaptability for paramotor flying. The canopy is also more rigid (no tip movement), with redesigned, modern handling – direct and responsive in comparison with Prima II. To refresh and distinguish, Prima III has been dressed in a new color design. The rest of Prima specifications remain the same. As always, produced from Gelvenor cloth combined with heavy duty lines, to ensure long lasting life. The Prima III was designed for the beginner pilot with Big Ear and B-stall facilities, Split A’s, and a 3 Riser system with accelerator The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester because of its better mechanical properties. The karabiners that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel. Price 2009: US$1,800.00
Prima 22 Product Code: 55300 Cells: 20 Area: 22.5 sq.m Area (projected): 20.4 sq.m Span: 8.51 m Span (projected): 7.56 m Aspect Ratio: 3.22 Aspect Ratio (projected): 2.8 Pilot Weight (all up): 50-65 kg Length of Lines on B: 5.34 m V-min: 19 km/h V-trim: 31 km/h V-max: 39 km/h Min Sink: >1.4 m/s Top lines Material: Super Aramid Lower lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Lower lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Brake Cascades lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2 mm Top lines Strength: 220 kg Lower lines Strength: 220 kg Brake Cascades lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 90 kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180 g/sq.m Mylar (trilam) Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours
Prima 24 Product Code: 55100 Cells: 21 Area: 23.9 sq.m Area (projected): 21.5 sq.m Span: 8.96 m Span (projected): 7.9 m Aspect Ratio: 3.36 Aspect Ratio (projected): 2.91 Pilot Weight (all up): 60-78 kg Length of Lines on B: 5.34 m Certification: CEN/AFNOR Standard V-min: 19 km/h V-trim: 31 km/h V-max: 39 km/h Min Sink: >1.4 m/s Top lines Material: Super Aramid Lower lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Lower lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Brake Cascades lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2 mm Top lines Strength: 220 kg Lower lines Strength: 220 kg Brake Cascades lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 90 kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180 g/sq.m Mylar (trilam) Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours
Prima 27 Product Code: 55200 Cells: 23 Area: 26.7 sq.m Area (projected): 23.9 sq.m Span: 9.86 m Span (projected): 8.67 m Aspect Ratio: 3.65 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.11 Pilot Weight (all up): 70-90 kg Length of Lines on B: 5.79 m Certification: CEN/AFNOR Standard V-min: 19 km/h V-trim: 31 km/h V-max: 39 km/h Min Sink: >1.4 m/s Top lines Material: Super Aramid Lower lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Lower lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Brake Cascades lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2 mm Top lines Strength: 220 kg Lower lines Strength: 220 kg Brake Cascades lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 90 kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180 g/sq.m Mylar (trilam) Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours
Prima 30 Product Code: 55400 Cells: 25 Area: 29.4 sq.m Area (projected): 26.3 sq.m Span: 10.76 m Span (projected): 9.4 m Aspect Ratio: 3.94 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.36 Pilot Weight (all up): 80-100 kg Length of Lines on B: 5.79 m Certification: CEN/AFNOR Standard V-min: 19 km/h V-trim: 31 km/h V-max: 39 km/h Min Sink: >1.4 m/s Top lines Material: Super Aramid Lower lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Lower lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Brake Cascades lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2 mm Top lines Strength: 220 kg Lower lines Strength: 220 kg Brake Cascades lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 90 kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180 g/sq.m Mylar (trilam) Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours
Prima 33 Product Code: 55500 Cells: 27 Area: 32.14 sq.m Area (projected): 28.6 sq.m Span: 11.66 m Span (projected): 10.1 m Aspect Ratio: 4.2 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.56 Pilot Weight (all up): 95-120 kg Length of Lines on B: 6.2 m V-min: 19 km/h V-trim: 31 km/h V-max: 39 km/h Min Sink: >1.4 m/s Top lines Material: Super Aramid Lower lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Lower lines Diameter: 1.8 mm Brake Cascades lines Diameter: 1.1 mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2 mm Top lines Strength: 220 kg Lower lines Strength: 220 kg Brake Cascades lines Strength: 95 kg Steering Line Strength: 90 kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46 g/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180 g/sq.m Mylar (trilam) Warranty: 3 years / 250 Hours
The Tetra features a new profile, offering a very long brake range, while retaining excellent response. School quality inflation and launch characteristics with no tendency to overshoot the pilot or fall back behind along with passive and active safety. Large usable speed range on accelerator with a low sink rate throughout. Very stable and balanced flight characteristics, perfect passive dive damping, no tendancy to “dive-in” or “roll-out” in a thermal turn.
X-Small Cells: 34 Area: 24.84 sq.m Area (projected): 21.9 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 10.15 m Span (projected): 8.33 m Aspect Ratio: 4.15 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.16 Pilot Weight (all up): 60 – 80 kg Weight of Canopy: 5.3 kg Root Cord: 3.18 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 5.90 m Total length of line used: 300 m Certification: AFNOR / CEN Standard V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 km/h V-max: 46 km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): 1.1m/s Top Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.2mm Bottom Lines Diameter: 1.8mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0mm Top Lines Strength: 110kg Bottom Lines Strength: 220kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95kg Steering Line Strength: 85kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Small Cells: 36 Area: 26.93 sq.m Area (projected): 23.75 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 10.82 m Span (projected): 8.88 m Aspect Ratio: 4.34 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.32 Pilot Weight (all up): 75 – 95 kg Weight of Canopy: 5.6 kg Root Cord: 3.2 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 6.24 m Total length of line used: 331 m Certification: AFNOR / CEN Standard V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 km/h V-max: 46 km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): 1.1m/s Top Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.2mm Bottom Lines Diameter: 1.8mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0mm Top Lines Strength: 110kg Bottom Lines Strength: 220kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95kg Steering Line Strength: 85kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Medium Cells: 38 Area: 29.03 sq.m Area (projected): 25.82 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 11.47 m Span (projected): 9.54 m Aspect Ratio: 4.53 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.52 Pilot Weight (all up): 90 – 115 kg Weight of Canopy: 6.0 kg Root Cord: 3.2 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 6.62 m Total length of line used: 346 m Certification: AFNOR / CEN Standard V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 km/h V-max: 46 km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): 1.1m/s Top Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.2mm Bottom Lines Diameter: 1.8mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0mm Top Lines Strength: 110kg Bottom Lines Strength: 220kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95kg Steering Line Strength: 85kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Large Cells: 40 Area: 31.11 sq.m Area (projected): 27.90 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 12.12 m Span (projected): 10.19 m Aspect Ratio: 4.72 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.72 Pilot Weight (all up): 105 – 130 kg Weight of Canopy: 6.4 kg Root Cord: 3.2 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 6.99 m Total length of line used: 376 m Certification: AFNOR / CEN Standard V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 km/h V-max: 46 km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): 1.1m/s Top Lines Material: Super Aramid Bottom Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 1.2mm Bottom Lines Diameter: 1.8mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.0mm Top Lines Strength: 110kg Bottom Lines Strength: 220kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 95kg Steering Line Strength: 85kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Simba II is the 2002 update of the Simba. The Simba II is equiped with a new speed system better glide and stability at top speed along with a increase in top speed, and a new line layout for the tip A-Lines. The new tip line layout gives improved “Big Ear’s”. Simba is the successor of the Bagheera and has a revised diagonal rib structure, incorporating the expierence gained from building the Tigra 2000. This created a cleaner wing andenabled a reduction in the amount of lines on the glider.
In order to meet the requirements of the Serial class competition rules, the Simba was re-certified in competition rigging configuration. It combines Top-level performance together with the safety of the Performance class certification. The only difference between the Simba and the Simba Comp is the type of line used. The Simba Comp has unsheathed Aramid. The line lengths are all identical. The Simba has been certified Afnor Performance in all sizes with unsheathed competition lines, and Trimmers are available as an option.
X-Small Cells: (32×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 24.90 sq.m Area (projected): 21.90 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 11.90 m Span (projected): 9.80 m Aspect Ratio: 5.70 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.40 Pilot Weight (all up): 60 – 75 kg Weight of Canopy: 6.8 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.52 m Length of Lines on B: 7.50 m Total length of line used: 326 m Certification: AFNOR / CEN Performance V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 38 km/h V-max: 56+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid Lines Material: Super Aramid Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Central Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Mid Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Lower Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Central Lower Lines Diameter: 2.2mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2mm Top Lines Strength: 90kg Mid Lines Strength: 80kg Lower Lines Strength: 150kg Central Lower Lines Strength: 220kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 90kg Steering Line Strength: 90kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Small Cells: (33×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 25.80 sq.m Area (projected): 22.80 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 12.20 m Span (projected): 10.10 m Aspect Ratio: 5.80 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.50 Pilot Weight (all up): 73 – 90 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.0 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.52 m Length of Lines on B: 7.50 m Total length of line used: 326 m Certification: AFNOR / CEN Performance / Class 2 (Trim & Accelerated) V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 38 km/h V-max: 56+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid Lines Material: Super Aramid Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Central Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Mid Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Lower Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Central Lower Lines Diameter: 2.2mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2mm Top Lines Strength: 90kg Mid Lines Strength: 80kg Lower Lines Strength: 150kg Central Lower Lines Strength: 220kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 90kg Steering Line Strength: 90kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Medium Cells: (35×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 27.60 sq.m Area (projected): 24.40 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 12.90 m Span (projected): 10.60 m Aspect Ratio: 6.00 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.70 Pilot Weight (all up): 85 – 105 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.4 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.52 m Length of Lines on B: 7.90 m Total length of line used: 350 m Certification: AFNOR / CEN Performance / Class 2 (Trim & Accelerated) V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 38 km/h V-max: 56+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid Lines Material: Super Aramid Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Central Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Mid Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Lower Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Central Lower Lines Diameter: 2.2mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2mm Top Lines Strength: 90kg Mid Lines Strength: 80kg Lower Lines Strength: 150kg Central Lower Lines Strength: 220kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 90kg Steering Line Strength: 90kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Large Cells: (37×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 29.40 sq.m Area (projected): 26.00 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 13.50 m Span (projected): 11.20 m Aspect Ratio: 6.30 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.90 Pilot Weight (all up): 100 – 120 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.6 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.52 m Length of Lines on B: 8.30 m Total length of line used: 360 m Certification: AFNOR / CEN Performance / Class 2 (Trim & Accelerated) V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 38 km/h V-max: 56+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Top Lines Material: Dyneema Mid Lines Material: Super Aramid Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Central Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Mid Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Lower Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Central Lower Lines Diameter: 2.2mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2mm Top Lines Strength: 90kg Mid Lines Strength: 80kg Lower Lines Strength: 150kg Central Lower Lines Strength: 220kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 90kg Steering Line Strength: 90kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Although released during the 2nd half of 2002, the KEARA was Apco’s new star for the year. Introduced as Simba’s daughter (a character from Disney’s story of the Lion King), it is said to be inheriting all Simba’s virtues and more: faster, more powerful and better performing.
The leading edge of the Keara features Flexon Nylon Battens which hold the profile shape at speed, and HIT Valves (High-Speed Intake Valves). “HIT Valves” increase the internal pressure of the wing both during accelerated flight and in extreme situations, improving safety and performance. The “HIT Valve”, placed above the leading edge openings, opens automatically when the stagnation point moves over the valves, pressurizing the wing. Only a few valves are necessary over the span of the leading edge to pressurize the entire wing at higher speeds.
The HIT is a sequence of meshed valves above the leading edge opening, which are closed during flight on trim speed (average angle of attack), but open once the angle of attack is reduced and speed is increased. Apco claims that this “ensures a rock-solid wing at highest possible speed”. KEARA also introduces a semi rigid leading edge that helps keep the profile definition. Apco calls it FLEXON batten technology, and it reminds us of Gin’s Rigi-foil system introduced for the first time with the Boomerang, in 2001, which inspired other manufacturers to work on semi-rigid leading edges (e.g. Windtech’s Syncro also features a version on this subject). The Flexon battens support the top and bottom surface leading-edge fabric between the ribs, keeping the profile clean and the intakes open. This feature is supposed to improve the performance of the wing, especially at high speeds, and also improve inflation of the wing both during launch and re-inflation in flight, according to the manufacturer. Apco has also certified a competition version of KEARA with unsheathed thin lines. Apco Keara: A question of Speed
Apco’s leader Anatoly Cohn is not happy. His newborn star for the intermediate-advanced pilot, the Keara, was measured a much lower top speed by the DHV than Apco’s promises. The company had claimed that the glider could reach a maximum speed of 59k/h, while the certification organ published a humble 51k/h, which they had to correct later saying that the measures were taken with trims closed. Now, the top speed published by the DHV for all the certified sizes is 54k/h, but Anatoly Cohn has expressed his nuisance in a letter sent to Apco’s dealers, stating that “DHV officials explained and admitted that their speed measurements do not reflect true, top speed capacity of the glider and they do not aim to record it as they certify Safety, not Performance”. And so he reassures that the model does reach 59k/h: “We stand firmly behind our measurements and support them as true, realistic figures. We conducted many comparative speed runs and are faster than many other DHV 2-3 or DHV 3 gliders for which DHV recorded top speeds of 56km/h, 57km/h or even faster”. He encourages pilots to test fly the Keara by themselves and conduct their own comparisons with other paragliders, paying special attention to speed. He seems to be completely sure that the Keara will win most races. Cohn believes that from now on DHV will avoid publishing top speed figures, “as they are not reliable or objective and should not be used in manufacturers marketing hype”.
X-Small Cells: (32×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 24.50 sq.m Area (projected): 21.80 sq.m Span (incl. Stabilizer): 11.90 m Span (projected): 9.80 m Aspect Ratio: 5.80 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.40 Pilot Weight (all up): 64 – 80 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.0 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 7.50 m Total line used: 320 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 – 38 km/h V-max: 59+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Certification: AFNOR / CEN Performance Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Material: Dyneema Upper C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid Mid A, B, C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Central Lower A & B Lines Material: Super Aramid Upper Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Upper C & D Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Mid A, B, C & D Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Lower Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Central Lower A & B Lines Diameter: 2.2mm Upper Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2mm Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Strength: 90kg Upper C & D Lines Strength: 80kg Mid A, B, C & D Lines Strength: 80kg Lower Lines Strength: 150kg Central Lower A & B Lines Strength: 220kg Upper Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 90kg Steering Line Strength: 90kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon (Double Siliconized) Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 80gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Small Cells: (33×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 25.40 sq.m Area (projected): 22.70 sq.m Span (incl. Stabilizer): 12.20 m Span (projected): 10.10 m Aspect Ratio: 5.95 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.50 Pilot Weight (all up): 79 – 99 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.2 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 7.50 m Total line used: 320 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 – 38 km/h V-max: 59+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Certification: DHV Class 2 (Trim & Accelerated) Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Material: Dyneema Upper C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid Mid A, B, C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Central Lower A & B Lines Material: Super Aramid Upper Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Upper C & D Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Mid A, B, C & D Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Lower Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Central Lower A & B Lines Diameter: 2.2mm Upper Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2mm Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Strength: 90kg Upper C & D Lines Strength: 80kg Mid A, B, C & D Lines Strength: 80kg Lower Lines Strength: 150kg Central Lower A & B Lines Strength: 220kg Upper Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 90kg Steering Line Strength: 90kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon (Double Siliconized) Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 80gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Small Comp Cells: (33×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 25.40 sq.m Area (projected): 22.70 sq.m Span (incl. Stabilizer): 12.20 m Span (projected): 10.10 m Aspect Ratio: 5.95 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.50 Pilot Weight (all up): 79 – 99 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.2 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 7.50 m Total line used: 320 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 – 38 km/h V-max: 59+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Certification: AFNOR / CEN Performance Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Material: Dyneema Upper C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Mid A, B, C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Central Lower A & B Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Upper Brake Cascades Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Steering Line Material: Dyneema Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Upper C & D Lines Diameter: 0.6mm Mid A, B, C & D Lines Diameter: 0.6mm Lower Lines Diameter: 0.9mm Central Lower A & B Lines Diameter: 1.6mm Upper Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 0.6mm Steering Line Diameter: 0.9mm Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Strength: 90kg Upper C & D Lines Strength: 65kg Mid A, B, C & D Lines Strength: 65kg Lower Lines Strength: 120kg Central Lower A & B Lines Strength: 200kg Upper Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 65kg Steering Line Strength: 180kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon (Double Siliconized) Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 80gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Medium Cells: (35×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 27.50 sq.m Area (projected): 24.20 sq.m Span (incl. Stabilizer): 12.90 m Span (projected): 10.60 m Aspect Ratio: 6.10 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.70 Pilot Weight (all up): 95 – 115 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.4 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 7.90 m Total line used: 345 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 – 38 km/h V-max: 59+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Certification: DHV Class 2 (Trim & Accelerated) Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Material: Dyneema Upper C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid Mid A, B, C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Central Lower A & B Lines Material: Super Aramid Upper Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Upper C & D Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Mid A, B, C & D Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Lower Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Central Lower A & B Lines Diameter: 2.2mm Upper Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2mm Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Strength: 90kg Upper C & D Lines Strength: 80kg Mid A, B, C & D Lines Strength: 80kg Lower Lines Strength: 150kg Central Lower A & B Lines Strength: 220kg Upper Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 90kg Steering Line Strength: 90kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon (Double Siliconized) Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 80gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Medium Comp Cells: (35×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 27.50 sq.m Area (projected): 24.20 sq.m Span (incl. Stabilizer): 12.90 m Span (projected): 10.60 m Aspect Ratio: 6.10 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.70 Pilot Weight (all up): 95 – 115 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.4 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 7.90 m Total line used: 345 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 – 38 km/h V-max: 59+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Certification: AFNOR / CEN Performance Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Material: Dyneema Upper C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Mid A, B, C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Central Lower A & B Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Upper Brake Cascades Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Steering Line Material: Dyneema Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Upper C & D Lines Diameter: 0.6mm Mid A, B, C & D Lines Diameter: 0.6mm Lower Lines Diameter: 0.9mm Central Lower A & B Lines Diameter: 1.6mm Upper Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 0.6mm Steering Line Diameter: 0.9mm Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Strength: 90kg Upper C & D Lines Strength: 65kg Mid A, B, C & D Lines Strength: 65kg Lower Lines Strength: 120kg Central Lower A & B Lines Strength: 200kg Upper Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 65kg Steering Line Strength: 180kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon (Double Siliconized) Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 80gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Large Cells: (37×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 29.20 sq.m Area (projected): 25.80 sq.m Span (incl. Stabilizer): 13.50 m Span (projected): 11.20 m Aspect Ratio: 6.40 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.90 Pilot Weight (all up): 105 – 130 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.6 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 8.30 m Total line used: 355 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 – 38 km/h V-max: 59+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Certification: DHV Class 2 (Trim & Accelerated) Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Material: Dyneema Upper C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid Mid A, B, C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Central Lower A & B Lines Material: Super Aramid Upper Brake Cascades Lines Material: Dyneema Steering Line Material: Polyester Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Upper C & D Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Mid A, B, C & D Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Lower Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Central Lower A & B Lines Diameter: 2.2mm Upper Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.1mm Steering Line Diameter: 2.2mm Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Strength: 90kg Upper C & D Lines Strength: 80kg Mid A, B, C & D Lines Strength: 80kg Lower Lines Strength: 150kg Central Lower A & B Lines Strength: 220kg Upper Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 90kg Steering Line Strength: 90kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon (Double Siliconized) Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 80gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Large Comp Cells: (37×3)+(2×2)+6 Area: 29.20 sq.m Area (projected): 25.80 sq.m Span (incl. Stabilizer): 13.50 m Span (projected): 11.20 m Aspect Ratio: 6.40 Aspect Ratio (projected): 4.90 Pilot Weight (all up): 105 – 130 kg Weight of Canopy: 7.6 kg Root Cord: 2.67 m Tip Cord: 0.50 m Length of Lines on B: 8.30 m Total line used: 355 m V-min: 21 km/h V-trim: 36 – 38 km/h V-max: 59+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing loading): <0.9m/s Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Material: Dyneema Upper C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Mid A, B, C & D Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Central Lower A & B Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Upper Brake Cascades Lines Material: Super Aramid (Unsheathed) Steering Line Material: Dyneema Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Diameter: 0.8mm Upper C & D Lines Diameter: 0.6mm Mid A, B, C & D Lines Diameter: 0.6mm Lower Lines Diameter: 0.9mm Central Lower A & B Lines Diameter: 1.6mm Upper Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 0.6mm Steering Line Diameter: 0.9mm Top (Low Drag Hook-Up) Lines Strength: 90kg Upper C & D Lines Strength: 65kg Mid A, B, C & D Lines Strength: 65kg Lower Lines Strength: 120kg Central Lower A & B Lines Strength: 200kg Upper Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 65kg Steering Line Strength: 180kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon (Double Siliconized) Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 80gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
The Air XTreme design utilised CAD CAM and hundreds of flight test hours. Simple and safe to fly and handle, but intended for experienced pilots, and requiring an understanding of the limitations of the wing. Smooth level flight without cart leaning to the left and back, because of the lower RPM at straight and level Fight. The Air XTreme features reduced engine RPM by 1,200 – 1,500 for straight and level flight. The Air XTreme 400 (released after the 500) differs from the 500 in that it has a higher speed, quicker response and generally a more sporty feel. It is intended for more experienced pilots. Even though it has a smaller area than the 500, the Maximum load rating remains the same.
Air XTreme 400 Cells: 34 Area: 400 sq.ft / 38.2 sq.m Area (projected): 33.6 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 13.30 m Span (projected): 10.70 m Aspect Ratio: 4.6 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.4 Minimum gross weight: 280 Kg Optimum gross weight: 350 Kg Maximum gross weight: 400 Kg Total Lift Capacity of Wing: 1100 Ibs Load Tested: Max Load with no structural Damage: 5500 Ibs Weight of Canopy: 8.5 kg Root Cord: 3.80 m Tip Cord: 0.70 m V-Cruise: 53+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing load): 1.4m/s Top and Safety Lines Material: Dyneema Top and Safety Lines Diameter: 2.3mm Top and Safety Lines Strength: 200kg Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Super Aramid Steering Lines Material: Polyester Lower Lines Diameter: 2.2mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Steering Lines Diameter: 5.0mm Lower Lines Strength: 220kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 155kg Steering Lines Strength: 450kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours
Air XTreme 500 Cells: 37 Area: 500 sq.ft / 43.0 sq.m Area (projected): 38.3 sq.m Span (incl. Stabiliser): 14.50 m Span (projected): 12.00 m Aspect Ratio: 4.9 Aspect Ratio (projected): 3.8 Minimum gross weight: 325 Kg Optimum gross weight: 400 Kg Maximum gross weight: 450 Kg Total Lift Capacity of Wing: 1200 Ibs Load Tested: Max Load with no structural Damage: 5500 Ibs Weight of Canopy: 10 kg Root Cord: 3.80 m Tip Cord: 0.70 m V-Cruise: 50+ km/h Min Sink (opt wing load): 1.3m/s Top and Safety Lines Material: Dyneema Lower Lines Material: Super Aramid Brake Cascades Lines Material: Super Aramid Steering Lines Material: Polyester Top and Safety Lines Diameter: 2.3mm Lower Lines Diameter: 3.0mm Brake Cascades Lines Diameter: 1.7mm Steering Lines Diameter: 5.0mm Top and Safety Lines Strength: 200kg Lower Lines Strength: 290kg Brake Cascades Lines Strength: 155kg Steering Lines Strength: 450kg Sail Cloth Fabric: 46gr/sq.m “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon Rib Reinforcement Fabric: 180gr/sq.m Mylar (Trilam) Warranty: 3 Years / 250 hours