Great Planes Piper J-3 Cub .40 Size Kit

ITEM # GPMGPMA0160-GP

A Favorite with Scale Model Builders, the Cub is Now Available with the Great Planes Unique "Computer Design and Drawn" Engineering, Resulting in Outstanding Scale Accuracy and Easy Kit Assembly.

PRICE $129.99
A Favorite with Scale Model Builders, the Cub is Now Available with the Great Planes Unique "Computer Design and Drawn" Engineering, Resulting in Outstanding Scale Accuracy and Easy Kit Assembly.
 
FEATURES:
  • Nearly all balsa construction for easy finishing
  • Includes all parts and instructions to build either the standard or aerobatic "clipped wing" version
  • Exact scale outline is taken from original Piper 3-view drawing
  • Top quality Great Planes hardware
  • Realistic "barndoor" ailerons instead of strip ailerons found on most Cubs
  • High quality shaped balsa leading edge, pre-notched for wing ribs
  • Scale wing struts, landing gear fairings, dummy engines for both
    sides of the cowling, numerous decals as well as many "how-to" tips
    for creating additional scale details
  • SEMI-SYMMETRICAL AIRFOIL
  • Detailed instruction booklet and plans

REQUIRES:

  • Engine: .40-.60 (2-stroke) and Pitts muffler  or .48-.80 (4-stroke)
  • Radio:  4 Channel w/Four Servos
  • Covering: Two 6-Foot Rolls w/Matching Paint
  • Misc. Items:
    • 3-3/8" Main Wheels
    • 1-1/4" Tailwheel
    • Wheel Collars
    • Fuel Tubing
    • 12oz Fuel Tank
    • Propeller
    • Foam Rubber
    • Flex cable
    • Building and Field Equipment

SPECS:

  • Wingspan:  76.5" (standard version) 61.5" (clipped wing version)
  • Wing Area: 820 sq in (standard) 653 sq in (clipped wing)
  • Weight: 6.5-7.5lbs
  • Length: 49"
  • Center of Gravity: 3-5/8" to 4-3/8" back from the leading edge
  • Wing Loading: 18-21oz/sq ft
  • Engine Thrust: 2° right 0 down
  • Stabilizer: 2.5°
  • Wing: 2.5° (flat bottom is 0° to engine)

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