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EnquireLarger baskets have internal partitions woven into the walls and floor. The partitions provide greater structural integrity and separation between groups of passengers. The pilot and fuel cylinders occupy a separate compartment from the passengers. To offer comfort and safety the CB3370 & CB3550 baskets have 4 additional passenger compartments. this format is referred to as the 'Double TT' basket.
There are many solid floor options available from the Cameron Balloons range. If you have a specific requirement why not contact sales@cameronballoons.co.uk or your nearest Cameron Dealer with your details.
Baskets are traditional wickerwork construction, using a mixture of Willow and Cane. These Cameron Balloons 'TT' and 'Double TT' Partition baskets have a solid floor with Kiln dried Ash or Synthetic (optional) runners bolted to the floor. The structural load is taken by twin, 6mm or 7mm stainless steel wires running through a 32mm dia. stainless steel top frame and to the walls forming a continuous sling from the burner frame through the basket floor.
Longevity and strength are very important to consider when looking for the perfect hot-air balloon basket.
We pride ourselves with the fact that many of our baskets are still airworthy today, after so many decades flying professionally or for pleasure.
The top of the basket is padded and trimmed with the highest quality leather or suede. The bottom edge is traditionally covered with rawhide which protects the basket from damage during landing and transportation. For those in very harsh environments, we offer a leather base at a supplementry price.
Recent additions to the options available have included:
• Towing Systems,
• Pilot Pulpit Rails,
• Pilot Compartment Cross-Bracing,
• Pilot Box (Step),
• Pilot and Passenger Restraints,
• Sidewall Runners,
• Sidewall Protection,
• Passenger Positioning Blocks,
• Basket Strong Point for launch restraint,
• Leather handles,
• Extra step holes and embroidered trim.
Cameron Balloons Ltd also offer a number of special purpose baskets. For further information please contact our Sales Department or your nearest Cameron Dealer.
Choose from the following models to suit your balloon:
CB3387 | CB3670 | CB3205 | CB3671 | CB3672 | CB3490 | CB3550 | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Occupants | 12* + 1 inc. Pilot | 12* to 16* + 1 Inc. Pilot | 16* + 1 Inc. Pilot | 16* to 20* + 1 Inc. Pilot | 20* to 24* + 1 Inc. Pilot | 28* + 1 or 2 Inc. Pilot | 32* + 1 or 2 Inc. Pilot |
External Dimensions (cm) |
149 x 316 |
149 x 356 |
149 x 410 |
149 x 446 |
149 x 536 |
148 x 605 |
148 x 672 |
Height (cm) (Approx) |
131 |
135 |
137 |
135 |
135 |
137 |
137 |
Support Poles |
4 |
tbc |
8 |
tbc |
tbc |
8 |
8 |
Compartments |
5 |
tbc |
5 | tbc |
tbc |
9 |
9 |
Pax Compartment Dims (cm) |
115 x 75 |
135 x 75 |
165 x 75 |
180 x 75 |
225 x 75 |
Outside = 120 x 74, Inside = 123 x 74 |
Outside = 138 x 74, Inside = 138 x 74 |
Pilot Compartment Dims (cm) |
149 x 86 |
149 x 86 |
149 x 80 |
149 x 86 |
149 x 86 |
148 x 120 | 148 x 120 |
Approx. KG | 310 - 340kg | 400 - 430kg | 470 - 490kg | 490 - 520kg | 520 - 540kg | 620 - 640kg | 700 - 720kg |
Cushion Floor | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Sidewall Cushions | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Format | Double 'T' Partition | Double 'T' Partition | Double 'T' Partition | Double 'T' Partition | Double 'T' Partition | Double 'TT' Partition | Double 'TT' Partition |
Pulpit Rail | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Sidewall Runners | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Cross Bracing | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Step holes |
2 per Passenger Compartment. 4 per Pilot Compartment Extra Step holes = Optional |
2 per Passenger Compartment. 4 per Pilot Compartment Extra Step holes = Optional |
2 per Passenger Compartment. 4 per Pilot Compartment Extra Step holes = Optional |
2 per Passenger Compartment. 4 per Pilot Compartment Extra Step holes = Optional |
2 per Passenger Compartment. 4 per Pilot Compartment Extra Step holes = Optional |
2 per Passenger Compartment. 4 per Pilot Compartment Extra Step holes = Optional |
2 per Passenger Compartment. 4 per Pilot Compartment Extra Step holes = Optional |
External Handles |
20 in total - 3 on each short side. 7 on each long side |
22 in total - 3 on each short side. 8 on each long side |
22 in total - 3 on each short side. 8 on each long side |
24 in total - 3 on each short side. 9 on each long side |
28 in total - 3 on each short side. 11 on each long side |
32 in total - 3 on each short side. 13 on each long side |
32 in total - 3 on each short side. 13 on each long side |
Internal Handles | 50 in total - 12 in each Passenger Compartment 2 in the Pilot Compartment |
66 in total - 16 in each Passenger Compartment 2 in the Pilot Compartment |
70 in total - 17 in each Passenger Compartment 2 in the Pilot Compartment |
70 in total - 17 in each Passenger Compartment 2 in the Pilot Compartment |
74 in total - 24 in each Passenger Compartment 2 in the Pilot Compartment |
98 in total - 12 in each Passenger Compartment 2 in the Pilot Compartment |
130 in total - 16 in each Passenger Compartment 2 in the Pilot Compartment |
Leather Handles | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Leatherbase | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
These solid floor, double 'TT' partition basket sizes are approximately wall centre to wall centre. Please note that an additional allowance must be made for external wall thickness and handles when determining the size of any trailer or vehicle that will carry the basket.
* Occupancy data based on EASA requirements for baskets with or without passenger squabs.
** Cross Bracing with Pilot Compartment only
Please see our leather colour charts for:
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Nik Duffield, Pilot
Our reputation for hardware excellence is world-renowned. In fact, we offer the widest range of baskets, with over 200 elegant designs. Constructed primarily from willow and cane, these materials are still used today because they have proved to be extremely resilient, lightweight and easy to maintain, as well as adding to the romantic feel of ballooning.
Whatever your needs, we will have the perfect size and configuration of bottom end to make your every flight a comfortable and enjoyable experience. The criteria for selecting your new basket could not be simpler! Baskets are matched to the size of the hot-air balloon envelope. This is determined by the number of passengers you wish to carry, local conditions, including terrain and ambient temperatures. Please see our current Flight Manual in the Support Section for further details or email your request to sales@cameronballoons.co.uk - we will be glad to help.
8 January, 2024