G-14 Airdrop cargo Parachute

Product Details

• The G-14 stands as a widely recognized airdrop parachute, specialized in transporting non-fragile supplies and equipment through low-velocity airdrop techniques.

• Assembly Characteristics

• It features a flat circular/bi-conical shape with a 34-foot (10.3-meter) diameter. The canopy consists of 32 panels made from cotton-polyester fabric, paired with 32 suspension lines. These lines are crafted from nylon rope, boasting a tensile strength of 400 pounds (181 kg) and measuring 27.5 feet (8.3 meters) in length. The total weight of the assembled parachute is 37 pounds (16.7 kg), with a maximum load capacity of 500 pounds (226 kg) for a single unit.

• Fielding Information

• • NSN: 1670-00-999-2658

• • P/N: 11-1-578

• • Canopy part number: 11-1-579

• • Pack part number: 51D6533

• • Static Line part number: 11-1-219

• • Drogue part number: 61D2459

• Effective Load

• • 1 parachute: Minimum 100 lbs (45.5 kg), Maximum 500 lbs (226 kg)

• • 2 parachutes: Minimum 500 lbs (226 kg), Maximum 1,000 lbs (453 kg)

• • 3 parachutes: Minimum 1,000 lbs (453 kg), Maximum 1,500 lbs (680 kg)

• Note: Effective load is calculated as the total packed weight minus the weight of the parachute system.

• Additional Information

• In its standard setup, the G-14 supports an effective load of 500 pounds (226 kg). When used in clusters, it can handle a maximum load of 1,500 pounds (680 kg). The full system includes a canopy, static line, pack tray, and drogue parachute, with a total packed weight of approximately 37 pounds (16.7 kg).