title: SC Scorpion
text: # SC Scorpion
  
  The SC Scorpion is a Ukrainian single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by SC Paragliding of Kharkiv. It is now out of production.
  
  ## Design and development
  
  The Scorpion was designed as an advanced cross country glider. The models are each named for their wing area in square metres.
  
  ## Variants
  
  ### Scorpion 22
  
      Extra small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 22 $m^2$ (240 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 60 to 75 kg (132 to 165 lb).
  
  ### Scorpion 25
  
      Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 25 $m^2$ (270 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 70 to 90 kg (154 to 198 lb).
  
  ### Scorpion 27
  
      Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 27 $m^2$ (290 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 100 kg (176 to 220 lb).
  
  ### Scorpion 30
  
      Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 30 $m^2$ (320 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 120 kg (209 to 265 lb).
  
  ## Specifications (Scorpion 25)
  
  Data from Bertrand
  
  General characteristics
  
  * Crew: one
  * Wing area: 25 $m^2$ (270 sq ft)
  * Aspect ratio: 5.5:1
  
  Performance
  
  * Maximum speed: 53 km/h (33 mph, 29 kn)
  * Rate of sink: 1.1 m/s (220 ft/min)
  