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Performance Designs PD7

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The Performance Designs PD7 is part of our growing skydiving gear database. This page will eventually include a detailed description of the canopy's history, design, and flight characteristics.

In the meantime, you'll already find some basic information such as canopy type, sizes, and manufacturer details.

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Canopy Sizes

Size (sqft)	Span (ft)	Chord (min/max ft)	Weight (lbs)	Packing Volume (cu in)
143	17.33	8.25	N/A	N/A
160	18.33	8.73	N/A	N/A
176	19.22	9.15	N/A	N/A
193	20.13	9.59	N/A	N/A
218	21.4	10.19	N/A	N/A
235	22.2	10.6	N/A	N/A
253	23.05	10.6	N/A	N/A
281	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Note: Data gathered from manufacturer specifications. N/A = manufacturer doesn't share this data.
Packing volume can vary based on technique and environmental factors.
Measuring techniques may vary between manufacturers, so values may not be directly comparable.

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Canopy Details

Manufacturer:: Performance Designs
Model:: PD7
Type:: Main Canopy
Sizes:: 143 - 281
MSRP:: N/A
Build:: 7 cells
Aspect Ratio:: 2.1:1
Wingloading Range:: 0.65 - 1.0
Fabric:: low porisity fabric
Line Type:: N/A
Produced between:: 1985 - 2006
User Category:: Student Novice Experienced Expert

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Documents

Line Trim 160-281
16/08/2017
Line Trim 143
25/02/2025

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