FreeX Moon
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| Moon | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | FreeX |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | mid-2000s |
The FreeX Moon is a German single-place, paraglider that was designed and produced by FreeX of Egling in the mid-2000s. It is now out of production.[1]
Design and development[edit]
The Moon was designed as an intermediate glider. Like all FreeX wings it features internal diagonal bracing. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]
Variants[edit]
- Moon S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.1 m (36.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 23.8 m2 (256 sq ft), 49 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.2:1. The pilot weight range is 40 to 70 kg (88 to 154 lb). The glider model is DHV 1-2 GH certified.[1]
- Moon M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 11.8 m (38.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.0 m2 (291 sq ft), 49 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.2:1. The pilot weight range is 60 to 90 kg (132 to 198 lb). The glider model is DHV 1-2 GH certified.[1]
- Moon L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.6 m (41.3 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.4 m2 (327 sq ft), 49 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.2:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 110 kg (176 to 243 lb). The glider model is DHV 1-2 GH certified.[1]
Specifications (Moon M)[edit]
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 11.8 m (38 ft 9 in)
- Wing area: 27.0 m2 (291 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.2:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 50 km/h (31 mph, 27 kn)
- Rate of sink: 1.1 m/s (220 ft/min)