Karma : New DHV-1 Entry Level Wing

Finally we have launched KARMA - APCO's latest addition to its range of gliders It 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.

KARMA's 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 the ultra safe DHV-1 Karma paraglider, it offers the ideal solution as a school paramotor or as a first paramotor for the novice pilot.

KARMA - Fly right from the start
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DESIGN FEATURES

TECHNICAL DATA

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

CERTIFICATION

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

PERFORMANCE

V-min [km/h]	20
V-trim [km/h]	36
V-max [km/h]	45+
Min Sink [m/s]	1.1

COLOR OPTIONS

1 red
2 yellow
3 royal blue
4 violet
5 turquoise

CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS

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	46 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

OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

DHV Certified Gliders are supplied only upon request.

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.
Speed bar comes as standard with solo wings.

Karma Paramotor Riser

The Karma is also availalbe as a paramotor version using the specially designed paramotor risers with trimmer.

Custom Colour

Would you like to personalize the look of your paraglider? All APCO gliders can be tailored to meet your color needs.

Custom Logo

Customise your glider by adding a personal or company logo.

Competition Lines

Some of our gliders are available with unsheathed competition lines. If you order a new glider, it is possible to ask for it to be factory rigged with comp lines instead of standard.

Certification Stamp

Most APCO gliders are DHV certified yet delivered with AFNOR certification sticker by default. Add this option if you need a DHV certification sticker [Gütsiegel] in order to meet insurance requirements in your area.