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G-14 is a well-known airdrop parachute, capable of delivering non-fragile supplies and equipment using low-velocity airdrop methods.
G-14 Assembly Characteristics
Shape: Flat circular/bi-conical design
Diameter: 34 feet (10.3 meters)
Panel material: Cotton/polyester fabric
Number of panels: 32
Number of suspension lines: 32
Suspension line material: Nylon rope, tensile strength 400 pounds (181 kg)
Suspension line length: 27.5 feet (8.3 meters)
Total assembly weight: 37 pounds (16.7 kg)
Maximum load capacity: 500 pounds (226 kg)
G-14 Fielding Information
NSN: 1670-00-999-2658
P/N: 11-1-578
Canopy: 11-1-579
Pack: 51D6533
Static Line: 11-1-219
Drogue: 61D2459
Effective Load (G-14)
· 1 parachute: Minimum 100 lbs (45.5 kg), Maximum 500 lbs (226 kg)
· 2 parachutes: Minimum 500 lbs (226 kg), Maximum 1,000 lbs (453 kg)
· 3 parachutes: Minimum 1,000 lbs (453 kg), Maximum 1,500 lbs (680 kg)
Effective load refers to the total packed weight minus the weight of the parachute system.
Additional Information
In standard configuration, the G-14 can support an effective load of 500 pounds (226 kg); when used in clusters, it can carry a maximum load of 1,500 pounds (680 kg). The complete parachute system includes a canopy, static line, pack tray, and drogue parachute. The total packed weight is approximately 37 pounds (16.7 kg).
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