Mac Intox
Czech paraglider
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The Mac Intox (English: intoxicate) is a Czech single-place paraglider that was designed by Peter Recek and produced by Mac Para Technology of Rožnov pod Radhoštěm, starting in 2003. It is now out of production.[1]
| Intox | |
|---|---|
| Intox set for launch in light winds | |
| General information | |
| Type | Paraglider |
| National origin | Czech Republic |
| Manufacturer | Mac Para Technology |
| Designer | Peter Recek |
| Status | Production completed |
| History | |
| Manufactured | mid-2000s |
| Introduction date | 2003 |
Design and development
The aircraft was designed as an intermediate glider. The models are each named for their approximate wing area in square metres.[1]
Variants
- Intox 22
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.34 m (37.2 ft) span wing has a wing area of 22.06 m2 (237.5 sq ft), 63 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.83:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb).[1]
- Intox 25
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.06 m (39.6 ft) span wing has a wing area of 24.98 m2 (268.9 sq ft), 63 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.83:1. The pilot weight range is 70 to 90 kg (154 to 198 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
- Intox 28
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.74 m (41.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.85 m2 (299.8 sq ft), 63 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.83:1. The pilot weight range is 85 to 110 kg (187 to 243 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
- Intox 30
- Extra large-sized model for even heavier pilots. Its 13.26 m (43.5 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.18 m2 (324.9 sq ft), 63 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.83:1. The pilot weight range is 98 to 127 kg (216 to 280 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
Specifications (Intox 28)
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 12.74 m (41 ft 10 in)
- Wing area: 27.85 m2 (299.8 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.83:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 52 km/h (32 mph, 28 kn)
- Rate of sink: 1.05 m/s (207 ft/min)
