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V-Type

V-TYPE

Elegantly Simple.

The V-Type (or “Viva”) offers you a great combination of strength and light weight, and its unique “tear-drop” shape makes it a favorite among sport pilots.


Elegantly Simple.

The V-Type (also known as the Viva) offers you a great combination of strength and light weight, and its unique “tear-drop” shape makes it a favorite among sport pilots. Why? They appreciate the lightness provided by an envelope constructed from just eight bulbous gores.

Also, the Viva’s design allows for simple artwork, while the numerous horizontally-cut panels offer virtually unlimited color patterns without the need for special cuts.

V-Type Balloon

Envelope Standard Features

Cameron V-type hot air balloon in flight over Michigan
  • Kevlar or stainless steel suspension cables
  • Kevlar deflation line
  • 58 inches of Nomex mouth panels
  • Full Nomex Scoop on full systems
  • Hyperlast™ parachute
  • Mechanical advantage parachute pulley system
  • Interior horizontal load tapes
  • Fully tapered envelope panels for a smooth appearance
  • Cameron’s exclusive “Loaded” Mouth™ that ensures efficient inflations
  • Top tether capabilities
  • Heavy-duty Cordura carry bag
  • A fully transferable warranty: 6-year / 350-hour on Caliber™ fabric, and 6-year / 600-hour on field-proven Hyperlast™ fabric

Specifications

ModelGoresVolumeFAI CategoryGross LiftStd WeightTop 1/3 HyperlastHeightDiameterTop Panel
V-31831,000AX-4620961114841M
V-56856,000AX-611201561735251N
V-65865,000AX-713001681865554N
V-77877,500AX-715401821995757O
V-90890,000AX-818002012256060P

Gallery

Envelope Options

  • Additional Hyperlast™ panels in the upper region of the envelope
Cameron V-77 hot air balloon flying to a target over Albuquerque