Paracord 550 Type III

Paracord 550 Type III is a strong, lightweight rope with a diameter of approximately 4 mm, available in a wide range of vibrant colors and patterns. Manufactured in the USA or EU, this original paracord is made from high-quality nylon or polyester, featuring a durable 32-strand woven sheath and 7 soft, twisted inner cores. With a breaking strength of 247 kg (545 lbs), Paracord 550 is perfect for making dog collars, leashes, horse tack, nylon whips, survival gear, and bracelets. Whether you are crafting, repairing, or preparing for outdoor adventures, this versatile paracord offers the reliability and flexibility you need.

► Available by the meter or on rolls starting from 30 meters.

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Paracord (918)

Tools (1)

Paracord type

Paracord 550 Type III (916)

Paracord 550 Coreless (2)

Paracord Mil-Spec Type III (1)

Paracord Mil-Style Type III (1)

Paracord family

Original Nylon (725)

Tex. PES (58)

Chinese Polyester (52)

US Polyester (42)

Shiny Polyester (28)

Rope diameter

3.8 mm (914)

5 mm (4)

4 mm (1)

Number of strands

32 (915)

36 (3)

Pattern type

Solid (332)

Multicolor (160)

Diamonds (143)

Stripes (50)

Reflectable (36)

Diamond Snake (35)

Helix DNA (33)

Glitter (32)

Camo (27)

Shockwave (22)

Rope construction

Kernmantle (916)

Coreless (2)

Casablanca Paracord 550 Type III (Tex.PES)

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Holy Guacamole & White Shockwave Paracord 550 Type III

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Burgundy & Rose Pink Stripes Paracord 550 Type III

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Midnight Blue & Baby Blue Spiral Paracord 550 Type III

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Midnight Blue & Baby Blue Stripes Paracord 550 Type III

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Burgundy & Rose Pink Shockwave Paracord 550 Type III

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Midnight Blue & Baby Blue Shockwave Paracord 550 Type III

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Gold & Rose Pink Diamonds Paracord 550 type III

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Strawberry Fizz Paracord 550 Type III (Tex.PES)

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Mystic Mauve Paracord 550 Type III (Tex.PES)

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Picklelini Paracord 550 Type III (Tex.PES)

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Deep Purple & Golden Copper Glamour Stripes Paracord 550 Type III

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White & Holy Guacamole - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III

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Deep Purple & Golden Copper Glamour - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III

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Holy Guacamole & White Spiral Paracord 550 Type III

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Holy Guacamole & White Diamonds Paracord 550 Type III

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Deep Purple & Golden Copper Glamour Diamonds Paracord 550 Type III

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Imperial Red & Electric Blue 50/50 Paracord 550 Type III

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Frosty Pastel Paracord 550 Type III (Tex.PES)

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Orange Evening Sun Paracord 550 Type III (PES)

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Pegasus Paracord 550 Type III (Tex.PES)

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Fallen Leaves Paracord 550 Type III

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Circus Love Paracord 550 Type III

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24K Gold Paracord 550 Type III (PES)

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Mojito Mint (PES) Paracord 550 Type III

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Royal Throne Paracord 550 Type III Diamonds

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Poseidon Paracord 550 Type III

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Medieval Diamonds Snake Paracord 550 Type III

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Dragons Gold Paracord 550 Type III (PES)

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Marine Blue & Gold Diamonds Paracord 550 Type III

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Marine Blue & Gold Shockwave Paracord 550 Type III

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White & Gold Shockwave Paracord 550 Type III

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Imperial Red & Rose Pink Diamonds Paracord 550 Type III

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Navy Blue & Mustard Diamonds Paracord 550 Type III

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Moss & Cream Diamonds Paracord 550 Type III

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Black & Silver Grey - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III

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What is Paracord 550?

Paracord is available in all sorts of thicknesses, colours and patterns. The various thicknesses are often referred to as "Type" or with the corresponding breaking force (in pounds). For example, the most commonly used "Paracord Type III" is also referred to as "550 Paracord" because it has a breaking force of 550 lbs. (249 kg). In addition to Type III, Type II is also widely used for more elegant knotting and 'Type I', 'Micro' and 'Nano' are often used as accessory cord. The term "Milspec Paracord" is used for Paracord that is made to the strict U.S. Military specifications and is very suitable for outdoor knotting.

Nylon or Polyester Paracord?

Due to the popularity of the paracord there are now many variants available. The majority of paracord users prefer nylon. The main reason is that nylon feels more natural than the more plastic polyester. Nylon paracord is also more elastic, which is experienced as pleasant by knotters.