FreeX Joker

The FreeX Joker 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]

Joker
Role Paraglider
National origin Germany
Manufacturer FreeX
Status Production completed
Produced mid-2000s

Design and development

The Joker was designed as a beginner glider. Like all FreeX wings it features internal diagonal bracing. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]

Variants
Joker S
Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 10.9 m (35.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 24.6 m2 (265 sq ft), 33 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.8:1. The pilot weight range is 55 to 90 kg (121 to 198 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
Joker M
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 11.7 m (38.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.7 m2 (309 sq ft), 33 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.8:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 110 kg (176 to 243 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
Joker L
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.5 m (41.0 ft) span wing has a wing area of 32.4 m2 (349 sq ft), 33 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.8:1. The pilot weight range is 100 to 130 kg (220 to 287 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]

Specifications (Joker L)

Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 12.5 m (41 ft 0 in)
  • Wing area: 32.4 m2 (349 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 4.8:1
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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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