The Lifesystems 550 Paracord is a tough, reflective nylon cord ideal for securing shelters, gear, or crafting survival tools.
With a 550lb (250kg) tensile strength and 7-strand core, it’s built for durability in demanding outdoor conditions.
Perfect for camping, hiking, emergency kits, and more—just not for climbing.
Features List
- 4mm diameter 7-strand nylon paracord
- 550lbs (250kg) minimum breaking strength
- Reflective flecks for visibility in low light
- Ideal for survival, camping, military, and emergency use
- Suitable for guy ropes, tarps, shelters, and gear securing
- Not suitable for climbing
- Machine washable
- Product code: 42532
Diameter: 4mm
Length: 33 metres
Material: 7-strand nylon with reflective flecks
Tensile Strength: 550lbs / 250kg
Weight: 220g / 0.49 lbs
Packed Dimensions: 260 x 60 x 50 mm
Unpacked Dimensions: 4mm x 33m
Product Code: 42532
Care: Machine washable
Recommended Use: Camping, hiking, survival, emergency kits
Climbing Use: Not suitable
We offer free delivery on all orders over €75, and €5.95 for all orders under €75.
-We aim to ship all orders placed before 1:00pm on the same business day and have it delivered next-day, but in busy periods this can take longer, so allow for up to 3 working days for fulfillment.
We accept returns within 31 days of receiving the item, either in-store or by post.
- All items returned must be suitable to be sold again as new. For our full returns policy - click here.
- In-store returns are Free of charge, and returns posted with An Post via our returns page are €5 from a post office, or €6 collected from your home.
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-Extended Christmas Returns - Enjoy extended returns for this Christmas! Return items online or in-store until Saturday the 10th of January.