Performance Designs PD9

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The Performance Designs PD9 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)
135 N/A N/A N/A N/A
150 19.35 7.75 N/A N/A
170 20.4 8.33 N/A N/A
190 21.79 8.72 N/A N/A
210 22.9 9.17 N/A N/A
230 23.98 9.59 N/A N/A
260 25.5 10.19 N/A N/A
280 26.46 10.58 N/A N/A
300 27.39 10.95 N/A N/A
340 29.15 11.66 N/A N/A
400 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:
PD9
Type:
Main Canopy
Sizes:
135 - 400
MSRP:
N/A
Build:
9 cells
Aspect Ratio:
2.5:1
Wingloading Range:
0.75 - 1.0
Fabric:
low porisity fabric
Line Type:
N/A
Produced between:
1984 - 2006
User Category:
Student Novice Experienced Expert

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