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]
| SC Scorpion | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Ukraine |
| Manufacturer | SC Paragliding |
| Status | Production completed |
Design and development
editThe Scorpion was designed as an advanced cross country glider. The models are each named for their wing area in square metres.[1]
Variants
edit- Scorpion 22
- Extra small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 22 m2 (240 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 60 to 75 kg (132 to 165 lb).[1]
- Scorpion 25
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 25 m2 (270 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 70 to 90 kg (154 to 198 lb).[1]
- Scorpion 27
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 27 m2 (290 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 100 kg (176 to 220 lb).[1]
- Scorpion 30
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 30 m2 (320 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 120 kg (209 to 265 lb).[1]
Specifications (Scorpion 25)
editData from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wing area: 25 m2 (270 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.5:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 53 km/h (33 mph, 29 kn)
- Rate of sink: 1.1 m/s (220 ft/min)