Play 42 has been in production for 3 years and gained a solid reputation as a safe, reliable, perfect launching tandem wing – A tool of choice for professional tandem pilots.
In the quest for perfection, we collected continuous feedback on every aspect of the Play 42 from out tandem pilots. All input was carefully analyzed leading to the following design brief:
Retain the good qualities of its predecessor such as excellent launch, perfect flare and improve the glider’s handling & thermaling capacity with wider speed range and lighter brake pressure.
Now the Play42 MKII is ready. It uses the same platform and technical data as the Play 42 (retaining existing certification) but has a large number of improvements, leading to a much better, well-polished tandem glider.
Built-in Neodymium magnets and swivels on the brake handles examplify our attention to detail. Read the complete list of features below.
Five new color designs for 2007 dress the Play42 MKII. If you are looking for the perfect tandem machine - look no further. Give the Play42 MKII a try.
PLAY 42 MK II - Double Your Fun
DESIGN FEATURES
- Vastly improved thermaling Capacity
- Direct & precise handling, lighter brake pressure
- Improved bank angle coordination for effortless thermaling
- Improved Trim System :: One-hand friendly, Easier in-flight adjustment
- Replacable, no-slip, trimmer webbing
- Improved B-line reduction
- Heavy duty Swivels on the brakes
- Powerful, built-in Neodymium brake magnets
- New sand removal system (velcro "butt-holes")
- Logo-ready bottom surface
-
HIT valve equipped on L/E ... find out
more »
- New color designs
- Double coated siliconised cloth (covered by 3 years / 250 hours warranty)
TECHNICAL DATA
| |
Play 42 MKII |
| Product Code |
16100 |
| Cells |
46 |
| Area [m2] |
42 |
| Area (projected) [m2] |
35.4 |
| Span [m] |
14.6 |
| Span (projected) [m] |
12.1 |
| Aspect Ratio |
5.1 |
| Aspect Ratio (projected) |
4.1 |
| Take off Weight (all up) [kg] |
140-240 |
| Canopy Weight [kg] |
8.4 |
| Root Chord [m] |
3.47 |
| Tip Chord [m] |
0.66 |
| Length of Lines on B [m] |
8.5 |
| Total Length of Lines [m] |
496 |
CERTIFICATION
PERFORMANCE
| V-min [km/h] |
23 |
| V-trim [km/h] |
38 |
| V-max P/M Version [km/h] |
45+ |
| Min Sink [m/s] |
1.1 |
COLOR OPTIONS
The bottom surface of the play for 2 has made white especially for advertising purposes or placing
of custom logos.
| Option Number |
Color Design |
| 1. Red |
 |
| 2. Yellow |
 |
| 3. Royal Blue |
 |
| 4. Gray / White |
 |
| 5. White / Gray |
 |
CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS
Materials
The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated
to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the
elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different
functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection
against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester
because of its better mechanical properties. The karabiners that attach the lines to the
risers are made of stainless steel.
| Fabric |
|
| Sail Cloth |
42 gr/m2 "Zero Porosity" Ripstop Nylon |
| Rib Reinforcement |
FLEXON® batten system |
| Warranty |
3 years / 250 Hours |
| |
Material |
Diameter [mm] |
Strength [kg] |
| Top |
Superaramide |
1.2 |
110 |
| Middle |
Superaramide |
1.8 |
220 |
| Bottom |
Superaramide |
2.3 |
280 |
| Brakes (upper cascade) |
Dyneema |
1.1 |
95 |
| Brakes (lower - steering line) |
Polyester |
2.0 |
85 |
OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES
57005: Tandem Spreader Bars
Redesigned Spreader bars to attach a second harness to your
tandem paraglider incorporating An automatic B-stall mechanism integrated into the spreader bar
50011: Custom Colour
Would you like to personalize the look of your paraglider?
All APCO gliders can be tailored to meet your color needs.
50012: Custom Logo
Customise your glider by adding a personal or company logo.
50013: Competition Lines
Some of our gliders are available with unsheathed competition lines.
If you order a new glider, it is possible to ask for it to be factory rigged
with comp lines instead of standard.
____D: Certification Stamp
Most APCO gliders are DHV certified yet delivered with AFNOR certification sticker by default. Add this option if you need a DHV certification sticker [Gütsiegel] in order to meet insurance requirements in your area. DHV Certified Gliders are supplied only upon request.
The Play42 comes in an ergonomic rucksack incl. an inner stuff bag, compression strap, spares kit, owner's manual and an industry first 3 yr/250 hr warranty - all as standard.
Speed bar comes as standard with solo wings.