The RS-4/4T parachute is a steerable Troop Parachute for automatically opening which can be used for general training of parachutists and for armed forces operations. The parachute canopy has a special form and special arrangement of fabric with varying air permeability, which results in the excellent aerodynamic characteristics.

Product details

  • Great directional, descent and landing stability
  • Steering of the unfolded canopy and braking the advance velocity
  • Separation from the parachute canopy after landing on the ground
  • Combination with a chest-mounted reserve parachute
  • Quick release from harness
  • Exchangeability of all units
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Technical specification

  • Parachute canopy area 74 m² 85 m²
  • Number of gores 30 30
  • Dimensions of the packed parachute approx. 540 x 310 x 180 mm 540 x 310 x 190 mm
  • Steerable yes yes
  • Max. exit velocity 280 km/h (immediate opening) | 360 km/h (5s stabilization)
  • Min. exit altitude in emergency cases horizontal drops 150 m / 500 ft
  • Min. exit altitude in emergency cases vertical drops 250 m / 800 ft
  • Rate of descent 4-6 m/s 4-6 m/s
  • Time for turn 180° = 2 s | 360° = 4 s
  • Landing direction into the wind into the wind
  • Max. packing time 180 days 180 days