For intermediate modeler/flyers.
FEATURES: Construction: All balsa and plywood with fiberglass belly scoop that allows air to pass through fuselage. Controls: Throttle, ailerons, elevator, rudder. Wings: One-piece with plywood wing joiner. Covering: Factory applied Top Flite MonoKote. Cowling: Pre-painted, fiberglass. Canopy: Clear, single. Aileron Control: Modeler's choice of single or dual servo control. Landing Gear: Prebent wire 0.12" (3mm) diameter, Lexan belly is provided as a skid for belly landings if landing gear is not desired. Wheels: Two 2" (49.75mm) foam tires. Building Time: Ready to fly in 6-8 hours. Fuel Tank: 4oz (120cc). Engine Mount: Plywood mount for Rimfire use. Two piece composite for Glow use. Warranty Period: Great Planes guarantees this kit free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase.
INCLUDES: One Great Planes Thunderbolt .25 GP/EP sport airplane with pre-built and covered wings, fuselage and tail assemblies, pushrods, wood servo trays and wing joiners, two wheels, mounting components for electric/glow setup and photo illustrated instructions.
REQUIRES: Glow Engine: .25 cu in (4.0 cc) 2-stroke OR Brushless Motor: Outrunner type. Electronic Speed Control: At least 45A, Brushless-compatible. if using Brushless motor. Propeller: Glow: APC 9x6 Sport Propeller. Rimfire: APC 9x6 Thin Electric Propeller. Radio: 4-Channel. Servos: 4 or 5 Futaba S3115 Micro Servos (FUTM0415). Servo Extensions: Two 9" Servo Extensions. If using an electric motor, One 6" Servo Extension will be needed. If using a radio system that does not support mixing functions, a Y-Harness will be required to connect the aileron servos to the receiver. Misc. Items: Building and field equipment.
SPECS: Wingspan: 39.5 (1005mm). Wing Area: 290sq in (18.7sq dm). Flying Weight: 41 - 45oz (1160 - 1275g). Wing Loading: 20.4 - 22.3 oz sq/ft (62 - 68 g/sq dm). Length: 34" (865mm). Center of Gravity: 2-1/4" (57mm) Back from the wing's leading edge at the fuselage.
