SC Scorpion explained
The
SC Scorpion is a
Ukrainian single-place
paraglider that was designed and produced by
SC Paragliding of
Kharkiv. It is now out of production.
[1] Design and development
The Scorpion was designed as an advanced cross country glider. The models are each named for their wing area in square metres.[1]
Variants
- Scorpion 22
Extra small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 22m2, 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 60to.[1]
- Scorpion 25
Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 25m2, 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 70to.[1]
- Scorpion 27
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 27m2, 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 80to.[1]
- Scorpion 30
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 30m2, 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 95to.[1] See also
Notes and References
- Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 28. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003.
