PARACORD 550: Paracord Type III (550 lb) has a 100% nylon core. Color: Black. Length - 1000 feet (304.8 m). Available in 40 colors options. STRONG & DURABLE: Paracord Type III has 550 lb (249 kg) min strength; 32 strand sheath structure, 7 core yarns each made of 3 twisted nylon fibers.