SC Scorpion

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
Unit cost
€1,020 (Scorpion 25, 2004)

Design and development

The Scorpion was designed as an advanced cross country glider. The models are each named for their wing area in square metres.[1]

Variants
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)

Data 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)
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See also

References
  1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 28. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X
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