Play 42 MK II

Double your Fun

Certification: Afnor – Tandem

Play42 MK II / UL proved itself a masterpiece of engineering and construction. The Play 42 is a safe, reliable, perfect launching tandem wing – The tool of choice for professional tandem pilots around the globe.

The Play42 MK II retains the good qualities of its predecessors, with excellent launch, perfect flare, improved handling & thermaling capacity, wider speed range and lighter brake pressure.

Simple to use and straightforward to fly – allowing the pilot to concentrate on the passenger and let the wing do all the rest. With the Play42 MK II, every launch is a successful take-off.

Durable, smart construction with use of Apco’s double silliconized cloth will result in more flying hours then any other wing, providing the best possible value for money.

Fast, the Play42 MK II is a fast wing. With a maximum speed of 45+ [km/h], the Play42 MK II is fast and still remains efficient with it’s classic profile.
The wide speed range adds an extra level of safety as into the wind penetration is improved.

Vibrant color designs dress the Play42 MK II. If you are looking for the perfect tandem machine – look no further. Give the Play42 MK II a try.

Wide speed range with higher than average trim speed and excellent wind penetration
Stable, inherent, auto-correcting flying characteristics – no roll or pitch
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, in combination with heavy duty kamet buckle
Heavy duty Swivels on the brakes
Integral, built-in, Neodymium brake magnets with male/female connection
Sand removal system “butt-holes”
Vastly improved thermaling capacity – even with engine on idle
Logo-ready bottom surface
HIT valve® equipped on L/E for rock solid stability. find out more »
Vibrant color designs
Double coated siliconised cloth (covered by 3 years / 250 hours warranty)

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More Information

PLAY 42 MKII	42
Cells	46
Area [m2]	42
Area (projected) [m2]	35.4
Span(incl. Stabiliser) [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 Cord m	3.47
Tip Chord [m]	0.66
Length of Lines on B [m]	8.5
Total Length of Lines [m]	496

V-min [km/h] @ optimum wing load	23
V-trim [km/h] @ optimum wing load	38
V-max [km/h] @ optimum wing load	45+
Min Sink [m/s] @ optimum wing load	1.1

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/rectangular loops that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel.

	Material	Diameter [mm]	Strength [kg]
Top	Superaramide	1.2	110
Middle	Superaramide	1.8	230
Bottom	Superaramide	2.5	450
Brakes (upper cascade)	Dyneema	1.1	95
Brakes (lower - steering line)	Dyneema	2.3	230

Sail Cloth	42 gr/m2 "Zero Porosity" Ripstop Nylon
Rib Reinforcement	FLEXON® batten system
Warranty	3 years / 250 Hours

Read and download our 3 Year / 250 Hour warranty certificate.

Learn more about our outstanding factory service.

Order replacement lines from our Line Shop.

Closing belt
Wind sock or Apco Cap
Warranty, stickers, and repair kit
At the time of purchase you may chose ONE of the following: Sherpa Bag OR Light PG Bag (80L) OR Light Clinch Bag for a special price!
In addition at the time of purchase you may choose to add : Compression Bag for a special price!

The right to change prices, specifications or equipment at any time without notice is reserved.

Wing Suitability

Characteristics

TAKE OFF
Behaves just like a Tandem workhorse should – Easy and Predictable
LANDING
Efficient Flare combined with a low sink rate and approach gives a great landing, even at higher elevations and light wind conditions.
THERMALLING
Climbs well, even in small light cores.
PERFORMANCE
Perfect wing for doing laps at the tandem hill, be it top to bottom or top landing – the play will play well all day long.
PILOT FEEDBACK
The perfect colleague for the working pilot
CONSTRUCTION
According to Apco’s legendary tradition for durability – the construction of the wing is bullet proof! Extremely durable cloth combined with proven construction designed to meet the working pilots needs.
Play 42
Safe, reliable, perfect launching workhorse, designed for commercial tandem pilots.