Marlow Ropes designed and developed the original Fast Rope in conjunction with the British Special Forces. Regiments, elite armed forces, and tactical SWAT teams across four continents rely on this rope for rapid, mission-critical aerial insertion. You can quickly identify authentic equipment by the signature Marlow “Black Marker” yarn woven directly into the rope.
Ergonomic Grip & Controlled Descent
The unique construction gives operators complete control throughout fast descents:
- Natural Braking: Supple handling reduces hand fatigue and allows smoother deceleration.
- Operational Consistency: The core and braid absorb oil and liquid spillages without altering descent speeds or friction response.
- Dynamic Shock Absorption: High elongation properties cushion abrupt decelerations and hard loads.
- Rugged Longevity: Durable outer fibres resist hard abrasion on aircraft skids and rough surfaces.
Technical Specifications
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Minimum Breaking Load – DLT | 5,100 kgs / 11,200 lbs |
| Weight | 94 kg / 100m (63 lbs / 100ft) measured at zero tension |
| Shelf Life | 10 years |
| Service Life | 10 years |
| Maximum Life from Date of Manufacture (DOM) | 10 years |
| Construction | 4 pairs of strands formed into 8 strand plait |
| Material | Staple nylon 6 melt spun olive drab. |