Finally we have launched KARMA APCOs latest addition to its range of glidersIt has been long awaited and we spent almost a year on its development. We needed this time to make sure that KARMA will be perfect and are confident that it will satisfy even the most demanding pilots.
Our ongoing research and development program combined with 30 years of experience in designing wings has shown us which design developments can allow for substantial increases in both performance and safety which were fully implemented in KARMA.
KARMA out-performs many DHV 1-2 gliders while maintaining DHV 1 security at all speeds. Best of all, the handling is simply excellent, whether on the ground during launch, or thermalling up, racing through the sky and climbing with complete confidence in the strongest and tightest of thermals.
KARMA is designed for new pilots just after training or for any pilot searching for a wing which inspires confidence, but at the same time delivers the handling and performance to fly high and far.
KARMA lets the pilot relax, concentrating on flying, safe in the knowledge that the wing has passed the most recent and stringent safety tests.
KARMAs performance boundaries have been pushed even further, handling is even sweeter, safety more reassuring and launch is easier than ever.
New profile, further planform evolution, and loads of design innovations were a major factor in improving overall performance of KARMA The glider weight has been sharply reduced, even though we are still using our time-proven, reliable Gelvenor cloth (in fact KARMA is lighter than most rival gliders in its Class)
KARMA Paramotor Version
The Karma is also available in a paramotor version, with modified risers with trimmers. Based on theultra safe DHV-1 Karma paraglider, it offers the ideal solution as a school paramotor or asa first paramotor for the novice pilot.
KARMA - Fly right from the start
The Karma 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
- New sophisticated profile
- Split A-riser
- Butt hole with Velcro closure
- Advanced riser system
- Easy start and ground handling
- Very low stall speed almost stall-resistant
- Wide speed range
- Great Thermalling capacity
- Excellent glide
- Little change in direction even with one side of the wing collapsed completely
- Even when using the speed system the reaction to collapses remains tame
- Damped in pitch, highly resistant to surging forward or back even in turbulence (in line with newest, stringent DHV 1 requirements)
- Famous APCO long-lasting, double coated silicon cloth insuring high resale value
- Technora lines
| X-Small | Small | Medium | Large |
| Product Code | 14100 | 14200 | 14300 | 14400 |
| Cells | 38 | 39 | 41 | 43 |
| Area [m2] | 25.6 | 26.6 | 28.6 | 30.6 |
| Area (projected) [m2] | 22.6 | 23.6 | 25.6 | 27.6 |
| Span [m] | 11.06 | 11.41 | 12.12 | 12.83 |
| Span (projected) [m] | 8.79 | 9.14 | 9.85 | 10.56 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4.8 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 5.4 |
| Aspect Ratio (projected) | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.8 | 4.0 |
| Pilot Weight (all up) [kg] | 50-75 | 60-90 | 80-110 | 100-130 |
| Canopy Weight [kg] | 5.6 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.6 |
| Root Chord [m] | 2.84 | 2.84 | 2.84 | 2.84 |
| Tip Chord [m] | 0.48 | 0.48 | 0.48 | 0.48 |
| Length of Lines on B [m] | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.7 |
| Total Length of Lines [m] | 374 | 412 | 448 | 473 |
| Size | Certification Type |
| Extra-Small | DHV-1 Trim & accel |
| Small | DHV-1 Trim & accel (note: prototype was called Debute) |
| Medium | DHV-1 Trim & accel |
| Large | DHV-1 Trim & accel |
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| V-min [km/h] | 20 |
| V-trim [km/h] | 36 |
| V-max [km/h] | 45+ |
| Min Sink [m/s] | 1.1 |
| Option Number | Color Design |
| 1. Red |  |
| 2. Yellow |  |
| 3. Royal Blue |  |
| 4. Purple/Magenta |  |
| 5. Turquoise |  |
Materials
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 |
| Rib Reinforcement | 180 g/m2 Mylar (trilam) |
| Warranty | 3 years / 250 Hours |
| Material | Diameter [mm] | Strength [kg] |
| Top | Super Aramid | 1.2 | 110 |
| Bottom (A3,A5,B3,B5,C1,C3,C5,D1,D3) | Super Aramid | 1.8 | 220 |
| Bottom (A1,B1) | Super Aramid | 1.9 | 320 |
| Brake Cascades | Dyneema | 1.1 | 95 |
| Steering Line | Polyester | 2 | 85 |
