Great Planes Cessna 182 ARF .40 Size GPMA1228

Great Planes Cessna 182 ARF .40 Size GPMA1228

This is a .40 Size Sport Scale, Radio Controlled, Almost Ready-to-Fly Great Planes Cessna Skylane 182 Airplane Kit. For an Intermediate Modeler as a second or third airplane. Recommended for modelers who have had trainer airplane experience and want to build basic aerobatic skills.

Features

• Great Planes Cessna 182 ARF .40 Size GPMA1228

• All Wood Construction of balsa and plywood.

• Covering is expertly applied Top Flite MonoKote in a Cessna Skylane.

• Colors Include: TOPQ0204 - Jet White TOPQ0201 - Missile Red TOPQ0208 - Black TOPQ0211 - Gray

• Fuselage is formed by bulkheads and stringers for less flying weight and improved scale appearance.

• Wings have an interlocking wood framework for strength.

• Wing struts are airfoil-shaped for less drag and include mounting boots to provide a smooth fairing at the wing and fuselage.

• Cowling, tail cone, and wheel pants are made of fiberglass, and are factory painted/striped to match for scale appearance.

• Wing tips are also pre-painted fiberglass w/Hoerner design to re- create the full-size plane's looks & improve stall characteristics.

• Canopy and side windows are clear

• Landing gear is pre-formed aluminum and factory painted White

• Dual aileron servos add precision to aileron response

• Hardware included is from Great Planes

• Building time is 15 to 20 hours

• Warranty: Great Planes Model Mfg. Co. guarantees this kit free from defects in both material and workmanship at date of purchase.

Specifications

• Wingspan: 62.6" (1590mm)

• Wing Area: 578.69 sq in (37.32 dm2)

• Weight: 6lb (2.7kg)

• Length: 48" (1219mm)

• Wing Loading: 23.5 oz/sq ft (72 g/dm2)

• Airfoil: Semi-Symmetrical, High-Wing

• Scale: 1:8 to 1:9 (approx.)

• Center of Gravity: 3" (76mm) back from the wing's leading edge

• Control Throws: Low Rate High Rate

• Ailerons: Up & Down �" (6.35mm) �" (6.35mm)

• Elevator: Up & Down 7/16" (11mm) 7/16" (11mm)

• Rudder: Right & Left 1-7/8" (48mm) 1-7/8" (48mm)

Contents

• Clear canopy, hardware package, pushrods, CA hinges, control horns, nose gear wire, 1/8" aluminum main gear, fiberglass cowling, wing tips, tail cone and wheel pants, nylon adjustable engine mount, left & right wing panels, fuselage, tail sections, 2�" wheels, 2�" nosewheel, wood servo trays and wing joiners, 8oz fuel tank, 2" spinner and photo-illustrated instructions.

Requirements

• Engine: .40-.51 (2-stroke) or .52 (4-stroke)

• Muffler: Pitts-style for 2-strokes (engine mounts on its side) OR if using a 4-stroke, the stock muffler will work fine.

• Radio: 4-5 Channel

• Servos: 5 Standard (2-Aileron, 1-Elevator, 1-Throttle, 1-Rudder)

• Servo Extension 6": 2

• Y-Harness: 1 (for aileron servos)

• Misc. Items: Glow plug, �" foam rubber padding, medium fuel tubing, fuel filter, propeller, building and field equipment.

Comments

• Pilot figures shown are not included in the kit.

• Wing is held with (2) 6-32 x 1�" machine screws.

• MonoKote colors used on this Cessna include: Jet White, Missle Red, Black, and Aluminum.

• If a replacement fuel tank is needed customer can order GPMQ4103.

• Some extra padding may be required to keep tank stable.