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MC-1D Paratrooper Parachute

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The MC-1D is a steerable paratrooper parachute, developed from the MC-1C, which itself evolved from the 1988 U.S. Army-designed MC-1B canopy. It is primarily used for pre-planned jumps requiring precise soft landings in small target areas.
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The MC-1D is a steerable paratrooper parachute, developed from the MC-1C, which itself evolved from the 1988 U.S. Army-designed MC-1B canopy. It is primarily used for pre-planned jumps requiring precise soft landings in small target areas.


MC-1C/D Characteristics


Both models feature a parabolic shape with a 35-foot (10.7-meter) diameter. The canopy is crafted from 1.1-ounce, Type I low-porosity tear-resistant nylon fabric, with vent cords made from Type II nylon rope. They include 30 suspension lines (Type II nylon rope) measuring 6.7 meters from the connector link to the lower webbing.


Key performance specs:


  • Maximum weight capacity: 163 kg

  • Complete assembly weight: 13 kg

  • Maneuverability: Yes

  • Maximum jump wind speed: 15 mph (13 knots)

  • Average descent speed (sea level): 18 ft/s (5.5 m/s)

  • Minimum opening altitude: 500 feet (152 meters)

  • Maximum opening speed: 173 mph (150 knots)

  • 360-degree turn time: 8-9 seconds

  • Forward thrust: 9.5 mph (8 knots)

  • Service life: 16.5 years

  • Operational life: 12 years


Accessory Numbers


  • MC-1C (NSN): 1670-01-262-2359
    P/N: 11-1-900-2
    Canopy: 11-1-1501-3
    Pack: 62J4342
    D-Bag: 56D6276
    Static Line: 55D6481
    Harness: 11-1-2143-1
    Riser: 11-1-2149-1

  • MC-1D (NSN): 1670-01-487-0777
    P/N: 11-1-900-3
    Canopy: 11-1-1501-3
    Pack: 62J4342
    D-Bag: 11-1-6994-1
    Harness: 11-1-2143-1
    Riser: 11-1-2149-1
    Static Line:

    • U/N 15′: 11-1-6993-1

    • U/N 5′ Ext: 11-1-6993-2

    • With Snap: 11-1-6991-1


Model Differences


  • MC-1C: Standard configuration, using low-porosity canopy fabric (PIA-C-44378).

  • MC-1D: Equipped with a new universal static line featuring static line snaps.


Additional Information


The base canopy of both models shares design roots with the MC-1B but includes key updates from 1993, 1995, and 1996:


  • Fabric porosity adjusted to 0.5-5.0 CFM.

  • Orifice design revised: 17 orifices across 11 of the 30 canopy seams (Seams 4 and 26 each have 3 openings).

  • Orifices on Seams 4 and 26 reinforced with transverse tape between large orifices’ upper edges and new small openings’ lower edges.

  • Shorter 22-foot suspension lines on rear canopy ropes (8 per rope, vs. 7 previously).

  • Shorter 25-foot control ropes.

  • 11-3/4-inch bag straps (replacing 8-3/4-inch ones).

  • All materials in U.S. Army Color 504 (foliage green).

  • Zigzag reinforcing stitches (≈30 inches of suspension line) added to main seams 6-25 (orifice areas only).

  • Radial webbing cut length shortened by 2-1/4 inches (to 17 feet) for better fabric fullness along main seams.

  • Reinforcement straps added under each tie line inside the canopy (Main Seams 5&6; 25&26).

  • Zigzag stitches on designated main seams enhance tear resistance.


These changes result in a fast-opening canopy with a descent speed of 4-5 ft/s and improved maneuverability (forward drive).