Seagull L-19A Bird Dog (Chickenman) (60-80cc) 3.09m (122.0in)
Brand: Seagull
Part No: SEA385CM
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Experience commanding presence in the air with the Seagull L-19A Bird Dog “Chickenman”. This 3.09m (122in) giant-scale ARTF captures the character of Cessna’s legendary military liaison aircraft with rugged balsa/plywood construction, detailed scale finish and pre-installed LED lighting. Designed for experienced modellers, it offers stable, predictable handling with a broad wing area, functioning flaps and fixed taildragger gear. Suitable for both i.c. and electric power systems and ideal for a 70–125cc petrol engine, the Bird Dog combines authenticity and performance in a highly practical large-scale airframe. Part number: SEA385CM.
Key Features
- Lightweight laser-cut balsa & ply construction
- Aluminium airfoil wing struts
- Factory painted glass fibre cowl
- Low-bounce tyres on high-quality hubs
- Plug-in, quick-release wing panels
- Stable flight handling with aerobatic capability
- Evocative scale colour scheme
- Functioning scale flaps
- Scale corrugated control surfaces
- Opening cockpit door
- Detailed cockpit
- Finished in genuine Oracover film
- Suitable for both i.c. and electric power systems
- Working LED landing & navigation lights
- Numerous scale details (seats, rockets, fuel caps etc.)
- Turnbuckle / ball link pushrod ends
- High-quality 700ml transparent fuel tank
What’s in the Box
- Factory assembled and covered fuselage
- Factory assembled and covered wing set
- Factory assembled and covered tail set
- Clear windscreen moulding and cabin glazing set
- Factory painted glass fibre cowl
- Wing strut set
- Comprehensive hardware pack (screws, horns, etc.)
- Steerable tail wheel unit
- Eight wing-mounted rockets
- LED light set
- Comprehensive instruction manual
Needed to Complete
- 70–125cc petrol engine, glow engine or electric equivalent
- 8-channel transmitter and receiver
- Eight standard-size, high-quality digital servos
- Propeller to suit chosen engine/motor
- Protective foam for radio system
Tech Specs
- Approx. flying weight: 16.5kg (36.4lb)
- Shipping weight: 24.0kg (52.92lb)
- Length: 2,158mm (85in)
- Wingspan: 3,100mm (122in)
- Wing area: 130dm² (2018in²)
- Scale: 1:3.5
- Completion level: ARTF
- Experience level: Intermediate / Advanced
- Recommended usage environment: Designated R/C model flying site
- Channels: 8
- Colour: Green
- Material: Wood
About the Original
The Cessna L-19A Bird Dog served as a military observation and liaison aircraft from the late 1940s, acclaimed for STOL performance, slow-speed stability and superb visibility. It proved invaluable in Korea and Vietnam for forward air control, reconnaissance and artillery spotting—capabilities echoed by this detailed Seagull replica.
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Command the sky with the L-19A Bird Dog "Chickenman", an impressive 3.09m (122") giant-scale replica of the legendary military liaison aircraft. Designed for experienced modellers and pilots, this ARTF model features rugged balsa/plywood construction, scale detailing, and pre-installed LED lighting – making it both functional and authentic.
Ideal for a 70–125cc petrol engine, the Bird Dog delivers stable, predictable flight characteristics with a broad wing area, flaps, and fixed taildragger gear. Supplied with rockets, windows, full cockpit, and more, it offers excellent presence on the ground and in the air. From calm circuits to slow flybys, this model brings historical character and large-scale performance together beautifully.
About the original:
The L-19A Bird Dog was developed by Cessna as a military observation and liaison aircraft, first flown in the late 1940s. It played a critical role in Korea and Vietnam for forward air control, reconnaissance, and artillery spotting. The Bird Dog was prized for its STOL (short take-off and landing) capabilities, slow-speed stability, and exceptional field visibility—qualities that made it a true asset in the theatre of war.
Seagull L-19A Bird Dog (Chickenman) (60-80cc) 3.09m (122.0in) Key Features:
- Lightweight laser-cut balsa & ply construction.
- Aluminium airfoil wing struts.
- Factory painted glass fibre cowl.
- Low bounce tyres on high-quality hubs.
- Plug-in, quick-release wing panels.
- Stable flight handling with aerobatic capability.
- Evocative scale colour scheme.
- Functioning scale flaps.
- Scale corrugated control surfaces.
- Opening cockpit door.
- Detailed cockpit.
- Finished in genuine Oracover film.
- Suitable for both i.c. and electric power systems.
- Working LED landing & navigation lights.
- Numerous scale details (seats, rockets, fuel caps etc.).
- Turnbuckle / ball link pushrod ends.
- Navigation lights.
- High quality 700ml transparent fuel tank.
What's in the Box:
- 1x Factory assembled and covered fuselage.
- 1x Factory assembled and covered wing set.
- 1x Factory assembled and covered tail set.
- 1x Clear windscreen moulding and cabin glazing set.
- 1x Factory painted glass fibre cowl.
- 1x Wing strut set.
- 1x Comprehensive hardware pack (screws, horns, etc.).
- 1x Steerable tail wheel unit.
- 8x Wing-mounted rockets.
- 1x LED light set.
- 1x Comprehensive instruction manual.
Needed to Complete:
- 1x 70 - 125cc petrol engine, glow engine or electric equivalent.
- 1x 8-Channel transmitter and receiver combo.
- 8x Standard size, high quality digital servos.
- 1x Propeller to suit chosen engine / motor.
- 1x Protective foam for radio system.
Manuals & Parts Explosions:
Seagull L-19A Bird Dog (Chickenman) (60-80cc) 3.09m (122.0in) Tech Specs:
- Approx. Flying Weight: 16.5kg / 36.4lbs
- Shipping Weight: 24.00kg / 52.92lbs
- Product Length: 2,158mm / 85in
- Product Wingspan: 3,100mm / 122in
- Product Wing Area: 130dm2 / 2018in2
- Scale: 1:3.5
- Completion Level: ARTF
- Experience Level: Array
- Age Recommendation: 14+
- Recommended Usage Environment: Designated R/C model flying site
- Channels: 8
- Colour: Green
- Material: Balsa
Key Info:
- Brand: Seagull
- Part No: SEA385CM
- Barcode: 5051121274325
- Assembly Level: ARTF (Almost RTF)
- Power: Petrol
- Flying Style: Scale
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