Para-Cycle - Performance and Technical Specs

Parachute	400 SQ. FT. — A new design, high-performance parachute from PERFORMANCE DESIGN, Inc., engineered specifically for this new category of light weight aircraft
Engine	Manufactured by 2SI ("Two Stroke International"); Standard: Two cylinder, two stroke, single Bing carburetor, CDI ignition, 40 H.P., gear reduction: 2.04/1, MODEL NUMBER: 460-F-40 Optional: 2si 460L-46 46 H.P. liquid cooled; 460L-50 50 H.P.; 540L-70 70 H.P.; all other engines on the market up to 70 H.P. (contact Para-Cycle for current quotes)
Propeller	Standard: Tennessee Propellers 49"X 39" pitch Optional: Prince Aircraft Co. "P" tip vectored thrust 49" X 39" pitch
Fuel	5 gal. portable Polypropylene translucent fuel tank
Bicycle	Three wheel recumbent (semi-reclined) TIG Welded 4130 Chromoly aircraft steel tubing "Stressed-Tension" frame — spring loaded resiliency Bungee suspended Trampoline style seat — the ultimate in comfort and safety Ergonomically located control systems 5-point Hooker aerobatic harness — for complete pilot security (standard) "Industrial strength" spoke wheels — rated for 600 lbs. impact loads each 7-speed bicycle shift mechanism
Empty Weight	Aircraft: 198 lbs. Bicycle: 80 lbs.

Climb, cruise and decent speed	26 MPH
Glide Ratio	4/1
Range	50 miles
Endurance	2 hours
Rate of climb	500 fpm with 180 lb. pilot
Maximum pilot weight with standard 40 H.P. 2si motor	250 lbs.
Maximum pilot weight with optional 50 H.P. + 500 sq. ft. chute	350 lbs.
Service ceiling	10,000 feet
Take off run	50 - 150 feet depending on wind
Landing Roll	10 to 25 feet