FreeX FXT

The FreeX FXT is a German single-place, paraglider that was designed and produced by FreeX of Egling in the mid-2000s. It is now out of production.[1]

FXT
Role Paraglider
National origin Germany
Manufacturer FreeX
Status Production completed
Produced mid-2000s
Unit cost
€1,690 (2004)

Design and development

The FXT was designed as a mountaineering descent glider and was only built in a single size. It has shorter lines to facilitate taking off in smaller alpine spaces.[1]

The aircraft's 8.8 m (28.9 ft) span wing has 37 cells, a wing area of 20.9 m2 (225 sq ft) and an aspect ratio of 5.1:1. The pilot weight range is 45 to 95 kg (99 to 209 lb). Like all FreeX wings it features internal diagonal bracing.[1]

Specifications (FXT)

Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 8.8 m (28 ft 10 in)
  • Wing area: 20.9 m2 (225 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 5.1:1

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 48 km/h (30 mph, 26 kn)
  • Rate of sink: 1.3 m/s (260 ft/min)
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References
  1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 18. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X
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