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!
Type Swept Wing Low Wing Sport Model
Wing Span 54 Inches (10” cord)
Wing Area 560 Square Inches
Airfoil Symmetrical
Wing Loading 23 to 25 Oz. / Sq. Foot
Fuselage Length 43 Inches.
Flying Weight 5 to 5-3/4 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/5 Standard servos
Wheel Size 2-1/2” Main Wheels, 2” Nose Wheel (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) plus hinges.
Fuel System (fuel tank & fuel lines).
Covering (1) 5-meter roll.
1-pair 2-1/2” Main Wheels, 2” Nose Wheel
Notes
Center of Gravity 2-1/2 Inches back from leading edge of wing at FUSELAGE.
