NOSTALGIC LINE
Relive the Golden Age of R/C Modeling with Balsa USA's line of nostalgic kits! Balsa USA has re-released three of their best selling kits from the 1970's!
Whether you enjoyed these models back "In The Day" or are new to the hobby don't miss out on the fun of "back to basics" flying with these easy to build classic R/C models!
Although these kits now feature modern fully "photo illustrated" instruction manuals detailing every step of the building process as well as suggested updates to bring them up to modern standards, they also include the original 1970's era two pages of type written instructions, and of course the original plans!
Designed for .40 2-stroke glow engines these kits feature fully symmetrical
"one piece bolt on wings, vacuum formed clear plastic canopies, pre-bent wire landing gear, name brand hardware (hinges not included), rolled plans and of course Balsa USA's top quality laser cut balsa and plywood parts!
Now Laser Cut
Type Low Wing Sport Model
Wing Span 52 Inches (10” cord)
Wing Area 525 Square Inches
Airfoil Symmetrical
Wing Loading 23 to 25 Oz. / Sq. Foot
Fuselage Length 43 Inches.
Flying Weight 5 to 5-1/2 Pounds
Engine Size .45 to 50 2-stroke / Or Equivalent E-Power
Prop Size Depends on engine being used
Fuel Tank 6~ 10 Oz.
Radio Equipment 4-Channel, W/4 Standard servos
Wheel Size 2-1/4” Main Wheels (Not included in kit)
Model Features
Balsa, Bass, and Ply construction
Removable “1-piece” bolt on wing
Kit Includes
Full-Size plans W/ photo instruction book.
Jig & Die cut parts
Pre-bent wire Landing Gear
Basic hardware package
Clear Plastic Canopy
Items Needed to Complete
Control system (push rod type suitable for a model of this size) plus hinges.
Fuel System (fuel tank & fuel lines)
Covering (1) 5-meter roll require
1-pair 2-1/4” Main Wheels
Regular Stocked Parts & Options
Part Number Description
A443 Plans & Instructions
476 2-1/4” Du-Bro Wheels (1-pair)
428 Gold-N-Rod 36” (one pack required)
430 Gold-N-Cable 36” (one pack required)
673 Flex-Tank 6 Oz.
Notes:
Center of Gravity 2-3/8 Inches back from leading edge of wing.