Ballistic Mach II Drogue Parachutes
Rocketman High-Speed Drogue Parachutes
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Ultra-Rugged Construction: Made from bulletproof nylon, these drogue parachutes are engineered to withstand extreme forces, and have been successfully deployed at speeds up to 1,000 mph without a single stitch failure.
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Proven Performance: In 2014, these parachutes safely recovered our space shot traveling at the speed of sound, 73 miles above Earth, demonstrating unmatched reliability for high-altitude and high-velocity missions.
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Durable Reinforcement: Tubular nylon reinforcement runs along the entire canopy perimeter to prevent tears under extreme deployment stresses.
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Heavy-Duty Lines: Equipped with ½″ tubular nylon shroud lines, each rated at 2,500 lbs breaking strength (10,000 lbs total), providing unmatched tensile capability for the largest rockets and heaviest payloads.
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Attachment Points: Includes a top loop compatible with flame shields or deployment bags for seamless integration into complex recovery systems.
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Drag Coefficient: Optimized with a Cd of 0.97, providing controlled descent for high-speed recovery.
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Sizes & Flexibility: Available in 13 different sizes, accommodating a wide range of rockets and payloads. Optional line upgrades are available upon request.
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Warranty & Value: Comes with a two-year guarantee, offering the most rugged drogue parachutes on the market at an affordable price.
Rocketman High-Speed Drogue Parachutes combine extreme durability, tested high-speed performance, and professional-grade engineering, making them ideal for space shots, high-power rockets, and any mission requiring reliable supersonic recovery.
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1ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 1ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 1.25 Sq Ft |
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2ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 2ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 2.57 Sq Ft |
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3ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 3ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 5.78 Sq Ft |
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4ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 4ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 10.28 Sq Ft |
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5ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 5ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 15.46 Sq Ft |
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6ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 6ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 19.40 Sq Ft |
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7ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 7ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 28.93 Sq Ft |
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8ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 8ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 41.13 Sq Ft |
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9ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 9ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 50.35 Sq Ft |
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10ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 10ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 58.35 Sq Ft |
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12ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 12ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 76.74 Sq Ft |
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14ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 14ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1680 Denier Bulletproof Nylon - 12.0 oz/yd² - Working Temp: -20°F to 410°F Surface Area of Parachute: 103.92 Sq Ft |
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16ft. Ballistic Mach ll Parachute Length of Lines: 16ft Long Material of Lines: 3/8" Braided Nylon - 550lb Rated Material of Parachute: 1.9oz Mil-Spec Ripstop - 70 Denier - Zero Porosity Surface Area of Parachute: 127 Sq Ft |
8ft Rocketman Ballisitc Mach ll Chute on the Evel Spirit Rocket, stopping the rocket from 439mph to 250mph before the main parachute deployed. Yes, there is a person onboard.
6ft Rocketman Ballisitc Mach ll Parachute after the Go-Fast Rocket reached 73.1 Miles in Altitude, and 3,420mph. This parachute brought back the first civilian rocket back from space. Since then, our ballistic chutes have been used on over a dozen space flights around the world. They are truly indestructible.
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