{"product_id":"topa0500-douglas-dc-3-twin-gp-kit-25-40-2-82-5","title":"TOPA0500 Douglas DC-3 Twin GP Kit .25-.40 (2),82.5\"","description":"TOPA0500 Douglas DC-3 Twin GP Kit .25-.40 (2),82.5\".  Overview\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen the Douglas DC-3 debuted in 1935, it marked a milestone in commercial aviation. Suddenly, flying was popular and practical. Production ended just eleven years later, but the DC-3 lives on in this expertly engineered kit. If you’ve never built scale or flown a twin, it’s a great introduction!\n\nFeatures\u003cbr\u003e\nExcellent flying characteristics; because of the engine angle and modified aerodynamics, this kit flies extremely well, even on one engine. (Most models of the DC-3 will go inverted and crash)\u003cbr\u003e\nPrecision-formed ABS tail cone, engine nacelles, wing fairings, and cockpit top.\u003cbr\u003e\nAn interlocking fuselage frame builds flat on the plans and the large round fuselage requires very little carving or shaping.\u003cbr\u003e\nCan be built with split-flaps and the scale aerodynamic \"Balance Tab\" rudder which uses the air deflection to help turn the plane.\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes Eastern Air Lines and Optional Military C-47 Decals\u003cbr\u003e\nNeeded to Complete\u003cbr\u003e\n4-8 channel radio w\/6-9 servos (Recommended 8-9 channel w\/9 servos) Three Micro servos w\/45 oz-in (2-Engine,1-Retract)\u003cbr\u003e\nSix Standard Size w\/45 oz-in: (2-Flaps,2-Ailerons,1-Rudder,1-Elevator)\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo 12\" servo extension\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo Y-harness\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo .25-.40 (4-6.5cc) 2-stroke OR Two .40-.52 (6.5-8.5cc) 4-stroke (NOTE: It is recommended that only experienced pilots use the .25s)\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo Props (3-blade 10 x 4 props recommended for the .40FX)\u003cbr\u003e\nThree rolls of MonoKote, and One Can of Paint in matching color.\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo spinner nuts, Two 10oz fuel tanks, Six feet standard fuel tubing,\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo 3¼\" wheels, One 1½\" tailwheel, Wheel collars, foam rubber,\u003cbr\u003e\nBuilding, and Field Equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat's in the box?\u003cbr\u003e\nAll balsa and plywood sticks and sheeting to build the kit ABS Cockpit Top, Tail Cone, Engine Nacelles, and Wing Fairings Wire Landing Gear, Hardware, and Pushrods Wood parts to build the optional tail and flaps Eastern Air Line Decals and Optional C-47 Military Decals Detailed Illustrated \"Flying Twins\" Instructions and Plans *NOW includes wing N #s as well, as of 4\/1\/99. amc\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e\nWingspan: 82.5\" (2095mm) THRUST ANGLES: (important!)\u003cbr\u003e\nWing Area: 750 sq in (48.4 sq dm) Right engine = 4° out\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 8-10lbs (3630-4540g) Left engine = 3° out\u003cbr\u003e\nWing Loading: 24.6-30.7 oz\/sq ft (75-94g\/sq dm) Both = 6° down\u003cbr\u003e\nFuselage Length: 55.5\" (1410mm)\u003cbr\u003e\nRight Thrust: 4°\u003cbr\u003e\nLeft Thrust: 4°\u003cbr\u003e\nNote; The box says the left engine should get 3° thrust, that is incorrect-both right and left thrusts are 4°.\u003cbr\u003e\nFin Area: 70.07 sq in\u003cbr\u003e\nFixed Landing Gear Wire Diameter: 5\/16\"","brand":"Horizon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33683314016300,"sku":"TOPA0500","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0340\/6043\/5500\/products\/TOPA0500_a0.jpg?v=1587147451","url":"https:\/\/hide-price.myshopify.com\/products\/topa0500-douglas-dc-3-twin-gp-kit-25-40-2-82-5","provider":"hide-price","version":"1.0","type":"link"}