550 Paracord 100ft - Tan - Rothco

550 Type III Paracord

This is Rothco's 550 Type III nylon paracord in tan, sold as a 100 ft hank, a loose bundled coil ready to cut to length. Paracord is the general-purpose line people keep in a pack, vehicle or range bag for lashing gear, rigging a tarp, replacing a bootlace or tying down a load. The "550" means it is rated to hold 550 lb before breaking. Hikers, campers, preppers and anyone who builds lanyards, grip wraps or bracelets will find plenty of uses for it.

Features

• 550 lb Test Strength — The cord is rated to a 550 lb breaking load, enough for tie-downs, shelter lines and general camp rigging.
• Type III Commercial Grade — Type III is the paracord class that carries the 550 lb rating, and this is a commercial-market version rather than a military contract issue.
• 7-Strand Inner Core — Seven nylon yarns run inside the woven outer sheath, and you can pull them out when you need thinner cord for sewing or small repairs.
• 100% Nylon Construction — Sheath and core are both nylon, which keeps the cord strong, flexible and resistant to rot.
• 100 ft Hank — One bundle gives you 100 feet to cut into guy lines, lanyards or spare laces as needed.
• 5/32 in Diameter — At roughly 4 mm thick, it is easy to knot and fits through most buckles, grommets and cord locks.
• Tan Color — A neutral earth tone that blends with coyote and khaki gear and with most outdoor surroundings.
• Made In The USA — Produced in the United States by a certified US government contractor.

Construction And Origin

The cord is built like classic parachute line, with a tightly woven nylon sheath over a 7-strand nylon core. That design gives it strength and a long working life, and the inner strands are there when you need finer line. Rothco has it made in the USA by a certified US government contractor, and it is listed as GSA compliant.