Description

KMIII™ 1/2" Red Static Rope EN 1891A-Certified Kernmantle for Rescue, Rappelling & Rope Access

EN 1891A • NFPA 2500 • ANSI Z133 • 32-Strand Polyester Cover • < 2% Stretch • 7,600+ lbs

The KMIII™ 1/2" Red is the global gold standard in static kernmantle rope - trusted by fire rescue, SPRAT/IRATA techs, and tower crews. Engineered to EN 1891A Type A with a high-visibility red 32-strand polyester cover over a unidirectional nylon core, it delivers zero spin, ultra-low stretch, and bombproof durability.

Available in 300 ft and 600 ft pre-cut lengths - perfect for urban rescue, high-rise RDS, or tactical rigging.

Available Lengths

Length	Total Weight
300 ft	28.5 lbs
600 ft	57 lbs

Why KMIII™ Red Excels

High-Visibility Red - Instant ID in kits and on rigs
Ultra-Low Stretch (<2%) - No bounce on long rappels
32-Strand Polyester Cover - Top-tier abrasion & UV resistance
Torque-Free Core - Balanced to eliminate spin under load
Water-Repellent - Absorbs <5% water; stays light when wet
Superior Knot Holding - Figure-8s, prusiks, and terminations lock tight
Heat Resistant to 250°F - No glazing in descenders

Technical Specifications

Diameter	1/2" (12.5 mm)
Color	High-Visibility Red
Construction	Static Kernmantle - 32-strand polyester / nylon core
Weight	0.095 lbs/ft (141 g/m)
Tensile Strength	7,500+ lbs (33.8 kN)
Elongation	< 2% at 10% MBS
Standards	EN 1891A (Type A) NFPA 2500 (1983) - General Use ANSI Z133 - Arborist Safe CE Certified

Ideal Applications

SPRAT / IRATA Rope Access Light Technical, Fire & Technical Rescue High-Rise Building Facade maintennce, Window Cleaning, RDS Rope Descent, Tower Climbing, Film Rigging, Confined Space

KMIII™ 7/16" - Light. Strong. Device-Ready.

Formally known as New England Ropes

KMIII™ - The Original. Still the Standard. Now in Red.