LIFT - Apco's first all round purpose built Sports Class reflex wing for wide segment of pilots.
Conceived from Force, as a direct result of pilot demand and a worthy addition to our classic paramotor wing range. It is not a tuned down version of Force, but all in all a new wing, purpose built and designed to specific needs of wide range of pilots, targeting anyone who would like to fly easy rock solid reflex wing with excellent performance and speed.
LIFT does not sacrifice much on speed range and performance when compared to Force, but offers unmatched foolproof launch, dream-like handling and safety combined with ease of flying and reassuring comfort that will amaze you each time you take off.
LIFT is the perfect choice for every pilot who wants to enjoy flying long distances with no stress or is just playing around.
LIFT is ready in 2 sizes - S and M - covering weight range from 75kg.-165kg. The design brief of LIFT aims to combine the best aspects of reflex wing with performance, handling and launch APCO is known for - perfectly blended into a well built, robust chute made to last.
Equipped with our unique SRS® system to allow for comfortable slow speed take-off and landing. HIT Valves® (APCO exclusive) incorporated to insure maximum stability and internal wing pressure at any angle of attack. Built-in Flexon battens® for perfect profile shape retention and long term consistent performance - maintenance free and great weight saver. We are proud to be the first and original innovators of all the above unique features - today finding their way into other brands designs too.
MAIN CHARACTERISTICS:
- Launch - surprisingly easy ( better than Thrust) with extremely low take off speed
- Landing - nice and soft even when brakes are half way down with more space for good flare - piece of cake!!
- Acceleration - smooth and quick
- Speed range - best in its class
- Handling - quick, precise with light brake pressure (we mean, really light, not just lighter)
- Safety - solid as a rock at all speeds
- Ground Handling - continuing the legacy of Force, taking it even further, beyond the known boundaries. Just try it and be impressed
- Flying - properly described - awesome!!!
- Improved lift capacity - thanks to wing area and design - allowing for flying less powerful engine/lower RPM
- Great fuel saving
The Lift 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.
- DESIGN FEATURES
- TECHNICAL DATA
- CERTIFICATION
- PERFORMANCE
- COLOR OPTIONS
- CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS
- SRS® - APCO's exclusive Stall Recovery System for built-in passive safety
- SRS® aided - extremely low speed on take-off and landing
- SRS® Built-in for perfect launch more »
- HIT valve® equipped on leading edge, APCO unique feature for improved stability
- Flexon® battens system for ultimate durability - pioneered by APCO
- Replaceable trim webbing and camet buckle long-lasting trouble-free service
- Tip steering for high speed operation
- Great drag reduction - almost 100m. less lines - advanced 3 row bottom line construction
- Minimal drag, embedded hook-in point for unprecedented drag reduction, APCO exclusive.
- Advance diagonal rib structure
- All metal parts Stainless Steel or Aluminium
- Split A risers with built-in safe and wide speed range
- APCO legendary standard double coated siliconised cloth - built to last
- Butt Holes
- Heavy-duty Superaramide® lines
- Swivels on brake handles
- Integral, built-in, Neodymium brake magnets
- Extremely easy inflation, launch and landing
- Universal riser + accelerator and trimmers to fit any paramotor frame
- New color design - fresh and attractive
Flexon battens® , HIT Valves ® ,SRS® and embedded hook-in point are exclusive APCO innovations, often imitated, never matched!!
| Small | Medium | Large |
| Product Code | | | |
| Cells | 40 | 42 | 44 |
| Area [m2] | 26.17 | 28 | 29.82 |
| Area (projected) [m2] | 23.18 | 24.8 | 26.41 |
| Span(incl. Stabiliser) [m] | 11.28 | 11.93 | 12.58 |
| Span (projected) [m] | 9.43 | 9.97 | 10.51 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4.86 | 5.08 | 5.30 |
| Aspect Ratio (projected) | 3.83 | 4 | 4.17 |
| Pilot Weight (all up) free flight[kg] | 70-100 | 85-120 | 110-140 |
| Pilot Weight (all up + paramotor unit) [kg] | 75-140* | 100-165* | 125-185* |
| Canopy Weight [kg] | 5.9 | 6.5 | 7.1 |
| Root Cord m | 2.79 | 2.79 | 2.79 |
| Tip Chord [m] | 0.47 | 0.47 | 0.47 |
| Length of Lines on B [m] | 6.52 | 7.17 | 7.63 |
| Total Length of Lines [m] | 271 | 300 | 326 |
* Higher wing loading advised when flying trike.
| Size | Certification Type |
| Lift S | Test flight as per Paramotor Certification "EAPR e.V.-LBA anerkannte Musterprufstelle"* |
| Lift M | Test flight as per Paramotor Certification "EAPR e.V.-LBA anerkannte Musterprufstelle"*
Approved for schooling (on neutral / leveled trim setting) |
| Lift L | Test flight as per Paramotor Certification "EAPR e.V.-LBA anerkannte Musterprufstelle"*
Approved for schooling (on neutral / leveled trim setting) |
* Load Test Pending
The LIFT has been thoroughly tested by us, here in our facility, and we have complete confidence in the wing.
| V-min [km/h] | 21 |
| V-trim [km/h] | 36-39 |
| V-trim off [km/h] | 48-50 |
| V-max [km/h] | 62+ |
| Min Sink [m/s] at optimal wing loading | less than 1.1 m/sec |
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 g/m2 "Zero Porosity" Ripstop Nylon - hybrid construction |
| L/E Reinforcement | FLEXON® batten system |
| Warranty | 3 years / 250 Hours |
| Material | Diameter [mm] | Strength [kg] |
| Top | Dyneema | 1.0 | 90 |
| Mid/Stabilo | Superaramide | 1.2 | 120 |
| Bottom (A3/A5/B3/B5) | Superaramide | 1.8 | 230 |
| Bottom (A1/B1) | Superaramide | 1.9 | 320 |
| Bottom (C/D) | Superaramide | 1.5 | 150 |
| Brakes Cascade/ St. Top | Dyneema | 1.1 | 95 |
| Steering Line | Polyester | 2.0 | 85 |
Optional, LIFT can be supplied in light clinch bag (instead of paragliding carry bag)
Optional, LIFT can be supplied with Wonder Bar (upon request)
