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.

932 products

Super Reflectable Diamonds & Pastel Pink Paracord 550 Type III
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Pastel Pink Paracord 550 Type III
£1.00
Out of stock
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Greece Blue Paracord 550 Type III
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Greece Blue Paracord 550 Type III
£1.00
Out of stock
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Hazelnut Brown Paracord 550 Type III
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Hazelnut Brown Paracord 550 Type III
£1.00
Out of stock
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Deep Purple Paracord 550 Type III
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Deep Purple Paracord 550 Type III
£1.00
Out of stock
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Yellow Taxi Paracord 550 Type III
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Yellow Taxi Paracord 550 Type III
£1.00
Quantity
Black & Dark Cyan - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
Black & Dark Cyan - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
White & Mint Diamonds Paracord 550 Type III
White & Mint Diamonds Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Carbon Black & Royal Orange - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
Carbon Black & Royal Orange - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Bubble Gum Pink & Smoke Grey - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
Bubble Gum Pink & Smoke Grey - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Leaf Green & Fern Green - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
Leaf Green & Fern Green - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Marine Blue & Gold - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
Marine Blue & Gold - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
White & Black - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
White & Black - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Leaf Green & Black - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
Leaf Green & Black - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Dark Cyan & Greece Blue - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
Dark Cyan & Greece Blue - Helix DNA Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Leaf Green & Black - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Leaf Green & Black - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Dark Cyan & Black - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Dark Cyan & Black - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Anthracite & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Anthracite & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Sea Green & Black - Stripes Paracord 550 Type III
Sea Green & Black - Stripes Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Silver Grey & Black - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Silver Grey & Black - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Black Paracord 550 Type III - 100 m
Black Paracord 550 Type III - 100 m
£31.23
Quantity
75 m - Black Paracord 550 Type III
75 m - Black Paracord 550 Type III
£24.25
Quantity
50 m - Black Paracord 550 Type III
50 m - Black Paracord 550 Type III
£17.31
Quantity
Black Paracord 550 Type III - 30 m
Black Paracord 550 Type III - 30 m
£11.23
Quantity
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Black Paracord 550 Type III
Super Reflectable Diamonds & Black Paracord 550 Type III
£1.00
Out of stock
Super Reflectable Shockwave & Black Paracord 550 Type III
Super Reflectable Shockwave & Black Paracord 550 Type III
£1.00
Out of stock
Rock My Heart Paracord 550 Type III
Rock My Heart Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Dark Brown & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Dark Brown & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Royal Purple & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Royal Purple & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Hazelnut Brown & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Hazelnut Brown & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Black & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Black & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Alpine Green & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Alpine Green & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Out of stock
Cerulean Blue & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Cerulean Blue & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Green Pepper & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Green Pepper & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Apricot Orange & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
Apricot Orange & White - Fusion Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Paradise Beach Paracord 550 Type III
Paradise Beach Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity
Roaring 20's Paracord 550 Type III
Roaring 20's Paracord 550 Type III
£0.48
Quantity

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.