Details

This is the UPDATED Sport Scale Model of the Famous Gull-Wing Fighter flown

in WWII and Korea. This kit NOW ACCEPTS THE OPTIonAL COCKPIT KIT AND HAS RIGHT

THRUST BUILT IN, so even hobbyists with moderate building skills can assemble

it easily. Ideal for sport fliers wanting a high-performance model with

exciting fighter aircraft looks.

FEATURES

Computer-designed from the ground up.

Interlocking parts simplify assembly and increase durability.

Injection-Molded ABS Cowl and Vacuum-Formed Wing Air Scoops (oil-

coolers) add authentic detail.

Photo-Illustrated Instruction Manual explains installation of

optional retracts and flaps.

INCLUDES

All Balsa and Plywood to assemble this kit, ABS Cowl and Air Scoops,

Illustrated Instruction Manual, CAD-drawn Rolled Plans, Pushrods,

Hardware, CA Hinges, Vacuum-Formed Butyrate Canopy and Engine Mount

REQUIREMENTS

.60-.80 2-stroke or .91-1.20 4-stroke Engine

Pitts-Style Muffler

4-7 channel radio

4-Servos(minimum) Additional Channels & Servos for Retracts and Flaps

1¼" Tailwheel, seven servos maximum

Fuel Tank, Prop, Prop Safety Nut, Wheel Collars, Foam Rubber

3-Rolls of Covering and Matching Paint

Pneumatic 100° Rotating Retracts

Top Flite recommends using Robart (ROBQ1815) (SEE BELOW)

Items required to operate retracts: 1 ROBQ2363 hand pump w/gauge

1 ROBQ2302 air kit complete

1 ROBQ2389 air restrictors

For rough area landings, also purchase: 2 ROBQ1700 straight Robostrut

2 ROBQ1515 scale wheel 3¼".

The only retracts that can be used with this kit are the retracts

recommended in the ACG #4. Hobbico retracts will NOT work.

COMMENTS

Kit uses the same wing as the original version.

Decal set: CRS6D01 only sold thru GP Manufacturing and includes:

(4) stars 5¾ x 5¾"

(1) 2½" NAVY decal

(2) 1¾" NAVY decal

(2) 3" Top Flite logo

(3) 3½ x 4½" Ts

(8) 3¼ x 1½" Red & White stripes

(3) 2" White numbers 410

(1) instrument panel 4 x 1½"

(2) 1/2" White numbers 122007

(2) ¼" NAVY decal

(2) ¼" F4U-5

(2) 1½ x 1¼" Red & White sunburst flag

Additional Information

Manufacturer: Top Flite

Specification

Wingspan: 62"

Wing Area: 700 sq in

Weight: 7-9.5lbs

Length: 48.5"

Scale: 1:8

Center of gravity: 4" to 4½" back of the leading edge at root

Wing loading: 26oz/sq ft

Degrees incidence: Engine thrust: 0° down, 2°right

Stabilizer: 0°

Wing: 0° 1° washout at tip

Control throws each way: HIGH LOW

Elevator: 11/16" up ½" up

5/8" down 7/12" down

Rudder: 2-3/8" 1-3/8"

Ailerons: ½" 3/8"

Flaps: 1-3/8" 1-3/8"