Marlow 40mm Fast Rope

The Marlow 40mm Fast Rope is the global benchmark in tactical insertion equipment, trusted by military, law enforcement, and special operations forces worldwide. Designed to deliver safe, rapid descents from helicopters, this rope offers exceptional grip, low spin, and controlled descent characteristics — even when wet or exposed to rotor wash.

Constructed from 100% high-tenacity polyester, the 40mm rope ensures minimal stretch, outstanding abrasion resistance, and consistent performance across repeated uses.

Termination Options – to suit various aircraft and operational preferences:

• Soft Eye Termination (SE):

  • Polyester protected factory spliced eye.

  • Ideally suited for descent from towers in training situations.

  • Easily hooked over support beams or scaffolding in training.

  • Minimum breakload of 7.6 Tonnes

• Dynalite Termination (DLT):

  • Significant weight savings over metal terminations.

  • Eliminates risk of injury to personnel on the ground when ropes are released post deployment.

  • Designed to fit a wide range of helicopter cargo hooks and hoists.

  • Minimum breakload of 5.1 Tonnes

• Multifit Termination (MFT):

  • Strong and durable.

  • Fits a range of helicopter cargo hooks and hoist systems.

  • Features a 45mm machined eye allowing fast attachment.

  • MFT is available for 40mm ropes only.

  • Minimum breakload of 7.6 Tonnes

Each rope is supplied with Marlow’s wear-resistant rubberised rope protectors and optional heat-sealed or capped ends for durability in extreme environments.

Key Features:

• 40mm diameter for superior control and descent comfort

• 100% polyester construction – excellent wet and dry grip

• Multiple termination options for aircraft compatibility

• Non-rotating, low-stretch rope for safe descents

• Available in various lengths to suit operational needs

• Made in the UK by Marlow Ropes – NATO and MoD approved

Applications:

• Helicopter Fast Rope Insertion

• Special Forces & Tactical Deployment

• Maritime Counter-Terrorism (MCT)

• Emergency Response and Rescue

Technical Specifications:

• Diameter: 40 mm

• Material: 100% polyester

• Weight: Approx. 3.4 kg per metre

• Strength: >30 kN

• Standards: NATO Codified, Defence-approved

• Terminations: Soft Eye Splice, Dynalite Termination, Multifit Termination, Custom options available.