Douglas DC-3/C-47 Skytrain 'Dakota' 70.8" Wingspan ARF

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Overview

The Douglas DC-3 is a fixed-wing propeller-driven lt airliner. Its cruise speed (207 mph or 333 km/h) and range (1,500 mi or 2,400 km) revolutionized air transport in the 1930s and 1940s. Its lasting effect on the airline industry and World War II makes it one of the most significant transport aircraft ever made.

Now, VQ ARF's reproduction Douglas DC-3 R/C aircraft, it is designed for both electric motor and glow engine. At its core, this model has a scale outline and features many details not usually found on a sport ARF wood model, especially for the landing gear.

Most importantly, this DC-3 is easy to fly with either electric motor or glow engine.

Features

• All Balsa and light-ply construction
• Fibreglass Painted Cowling
• Fibreglass nose
• Control surfaces pre-hinged and installed
• Three piece wing with Aluminium Wing Joiner
• Big Battery hatch to easy change the battery after every flight
• Very Short Assembly Time - Everything is Pre-fabricated
• Factory-Covered with Highly Detailed Film
• Fixed undercarriage (Electric retracts sold separately - VQARE25)

Includes

• Assembly instructions with stage-by-stage photos - [ Download ]
• Tail wheel assembly
• Fibreglass cowling
• Plastic dummy engine
• Wheels
• Scale fixed gear with spring inside
• Decals and all hardware

Required Hardware (Not Supplied)

• Transmitter, Motor, Propeller, Servos, Battery, Extension Leads, Glue, Tools and Silicone Fuel Line (For GP).

Recommended Hardware (Not Supplied)

• Electric Motor & ESC - 2 x Electrospeed Boost 40 Power Pack
• Servos - 8 x MacGregor MG1703DS 3.3Kg.cm/0.10s Midi Digital Servo

Specifications

Wingspan:	70.8in (1800mm)
Fuselage Length:	47.2in (1200mm)
Weight (Ready to fly):	3.2kg (7.0lbs) (will vary with equipments used)
Radio:	6 channels / 4-8 servos
Electric Motor:	2 x Boost 40 Motor or equivalent brushless motor
Battery:	3 cells - 11.1 V - 4500 mAh

Video Review

VQ Warbirds C-47 Skytrain D-Day Edition 70.8-inch EP/GP ARF - Model Aviation

Related Products/Optional Parts

E-Retracts for Douglas DC-3 (.25 Size)

VQARE25

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Electrospeed Boost 40 Power Pack

ELE001

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MG1703DS 3.3Kg.cm/0.10s Midi Digital Servo

MAC1703

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