Name | Value | Description |
Length of Leading Edge | Length of the leading edge from nose to tip | |
Length of Keel | Length of the keel | |
Keel Front y | Distance from the origin to the front tip of the keel | |
Keel Rear y | Distance from the origin to the rear tip of the keel | |
Wing Tip x | Distance from the origin to the right wing tip | |
Wing Tip z | Vertical distance between the origin and right wing tip (this might be hard to measure, so just estimate it) | |
Control Bar Height | Vertical distance from the base tube to the keel (perpendicular distance from the keel to the base tube) | |
Control Bar Width | Width of the base tube from corner to corner | |
Control Bar Location | Distance along the keel from the nose to the apex of the control frame | |
Control Bar Rake | Horizontal distance along the keel from the apex of the control frame to the base tube (this may be hard to measure, so just estimate it) | |
Cross Bar at Leading Edge | Distance along the leading edge from nose to cross bar junction where the cross bar meets the leading edge | |
Cross Bar at Keel | Distance along the keel from the nose to the cross bar where it crosses the keel | |
Cross Bar z from Keel | Vertical distance between the keel and the cross bar (typically 0 to a few inches) | |
Kingpost at Keel | Distance along the keel from the nose to the kingpost (you can also measure from the rear of the keel and subtract from the keel length) | |
Kingpost Height | Vertical distance (perpendicular to keel) from the keel to top of the kingpost | |
Kingpost Rake | Horizontal distance (parallel to keel) between top and bottom of kingpost | |
Trailing Edge | Distance along the keel from the nose to the trailing edge of the sail | |
Rear Wire | Distance along the keel from the nose to the rear wire where it attaches to the keel |
PREDATOR
Predator on ground
The PREDATOR is an advanced hang glider designed to meet the exacting requirements of the advanced pilot. The Predator is strong, light weight, has excellent handling, performance and great landing characteristics.
The proven carbon fiber airframe enables the Predator to be both light and strong, and allows a dialed-in flex/rigidity distribution to give super strength, excellent wing shape definition and great handling.� To improve performance the Predator is designed with reduced twist and a myriad of unique design features that enhance the performance characteristics yet still maintain pitch stability and sweet handling. The Predator’s semi-symmetrical airfoil in the tip area produces less drag at low angles of attack which results in a higher usable top speed and improved high speed glide ratio. To further improve wing efficiency, particularly in the tip area, the Predator incorporates boundary layer energizers (vortex generators) that keep the airflow attached through higher angles of attack.
The Predator sail is made by the most experienced and meticulous sailmaking team in the hang gliding industry who use materials and techniques geared toward a higher quality and longer lasting sail.� The Predator has one of the highest aspect ratios (8:1) of any glider for better glide potential.
The Predator is a unique wing. Even with its exceptional performance, you will enjoy the feel of confidence in all flying conditions in your Predator.
We at UP understand that your choice of glider is important to you.� The Predator is a glider designed by a team that knows what it means to fly an exceptional glider.� From set-up to landability, your glider must be the best.� You will find that your Predator will meet or exceed your requirements, from subtle details such as comfortable static balance to performance characteristics such as the fastest documented acceleration of any glider in the world.
SPECIFICATIONS
� PREDATOR 142 PREDATOR 158
Span 34' 35' 4"
Area 142.5 ft2 158 ft2
Aspect ratio 8.0 : 1 8.0 : 1
Pilot hook-in weight 140 - 220 lbs 220 - 300 lbs.
Nose Angle 132� 132�
Airframe Carbon Fiber/6061 Carbon Fiber/6061
Pilot skill Advanced Advanced
Weight 64 lbs. 67 lbs.
List Price (US $) $5900 $5995
View the sail diagram
Standard Features
Vortex generators on aft leading edge
Automatic kingpost system for hassle-free quick set-up - integral with rear haulback
Internal lacing system for inflight airfoil adjustment - integral with VG
Semi-symmetrical 100% double surface tip area
Low drag Sensor downtubes and king-post
No-kink side wire attachment - machined corner fitting to allow side wire rotation during fold down
Plastic teardrop tip fairings
Profiltm, or X-ply leading edge cloth with Mylar inserts for improved sail shape and durability
Heavy-duty polyester cover bag with polyurethane lining - padded in vortex generator area
Options
Speed ribs in tip area (recommended for extensive aerobatic or high speed flight)
Various Mylar types for the leading edge
Trailing edge string (anti-tear)
Lever style rib tips
JoeF wrote:
Chris McKeon wrote:This for Me is just so cool. For I definitely am going through a sort of Life Changing event in My life.
Chris McKeon wrote:Currently I am just chomping on doing this Measuring on My Predator on Thursday. Yes Bob and I hope that We can go forward with performing some Modifications that will Make the Predator an even better Glider than it already is.
In Banned of Brothers, Chris McKeon wrote:I just simply love My Predator. My Predator is laying i9n the shade by the Back Garage. First thing Tomorrow I will Set the Glider up. I will tie a line onto one wing-Tip. I will then run that Line to the other Wing-Tip. Thisway I will have the line act as a reference point so that Measurements can be taken. Yes come tomorrow morning I will be calling Bob.
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