Nato-Stock-No.: 1670-12-363-41 18 The RS-4/4 0 parachute is a non-steerable Troop Parachute for automatically opening which can be used for general training of parachutists and for armed forces operations. The parachute canopy has a special design and special arrangement of fabric with varying air permeability, which results in the excellent aerodynamic characteristics. The RS – 4/4 0 parachute guarantees: • Great directional, descent and landing stability • Separation from the parachute canopy after landing on the ground • Combination with a chest-mounted reserve parachute • Quick release from harness • Exchangeability of all units TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Parachute canopy area Weight approx. Number of gores Dimensions of the packed parachute approx. Steerable Payload on the parachute Max. exit velocity Min. exit altitude in emergency cases Min. exit altitude in emergency cases Rate of descent Max. packing time Service lifetime period recommended 74 m² 85 m² 12 kg 12 kg 30 30 540 x 310 x 180 mm 540 x 310 x 190 mm no no min. 50 kg | max. 150 kg min. 50 kg | max. 180 kg 280 km/h (immediate opening) | 360 km/h (5s stabilization) horizontal drops 150 m / 500 ft vertical drops 250 m / 800 ft 4-6 m/s 4-6 m/s 180 days 180 days 15 years (under periodical examination of qualified rigger) + 5 years lifetime extension possible CONTACT Fon: +49 3586 456-0 Fax: +49 3586 456-167 Mail: info @ spekon.de SPEKON Sächsische Spezialkonfektion GmbH Nordstraße 40 D-02782 Seifhenner