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Seagull Vans RV-8 1.80m (35–40cc / 12S) ARTF – SEA388B
Brand: Seagull
Part No: SEA388B
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1× D625MW Wide Voltage Super Speed Servo
7× D954SW Wide Voltage Multi Purpose
2× Radient Futaba HD Extension Lead with Clip 300mm- 2× Radient Futaba HD Extension Lead with Clip 600mm
1× Stinger Engines 35cc Single Cylinder Rear Exhaust 2-Stroke Petrol Engine
1× Stinger Engines 20x8 Beech Wood Propeller
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Description
The Seagull Vans RV-8 (SEA388B) blends sport-scale presence with capable aerobatic performance. Spanning 1.8m (71 inches) and built from lightweight balsa and plywood, this ARTF is aimed at intermediate to advanced pilots seeking a confident, everyday flyer. Designed for either 35–40cc petrol power or a 12S electric setup, it arrives with factory-installed flaps, pre-wired navigation lights and a detailed cockpit with pilot figure, delivering smooth, stable handling across a wide performance envelope.
About The Original RV-8
The RV-8 is a tandem-seat, homebuilt sport aircraft designed by Van’s Aircraft. Celebrated for its aerobatic capability, agility and proven performance, it is one of the most popular kit-built aircraft in the world. Its sleek design and forgiving handling have made it a firm favourite with experienced pilots and spirited weekend flyers alike.
Features
- Lightweight laser-cut balsa and ply construction.
- Carbon fibre wing spars.
- Painted dural undercarriage.
- Factory painted glass fibre cowl & spats.
- Two-piece, plug-in wings for easy transport.
- Stable flight handling with aerobatic capability.
- Eye-catching scale colour scheme.
- Finished in quality heat-shrink film.
- Suitable for both i.c. & electric power systems.
- Easy radio & flight pack access via cockpit hatch.
- Pre-wired navigation lights.
- High quality transparent fuel tank.
What’s Included
- Factory assembled & covered fuselage.
- Factory assembled & covered tailplane.
- Factory assembled & covered fin & rudder.
- Factory assembled & covered wing set.
- Clear canopy moulding.
- Painted pilot figure.
- Factory painted glass fibre cowl.
- Electric power conversion kit.
- Undercarriage and wheel set.
- Comprehensive hardware pack.
- Comprehensive instruction manual.
Required To Complete
- 35–40cc petrol/glow engine or 180KV, 12S electric set-up.
- Propeller to suit chosen engine/motor.
- 7-channel computer transmitter and receiver combo.
- 8 suitable high-quality servos.
- Protective foam for radio system.
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Specifications
Seagull's RV-8 delivers the perfect combination of sport scale looks, big-air presence and aerobatic performance. With a wingspan of 1.8m (71") and built from lightweight balsa and plywood, this ARTF is designed for intermediate to advanced pilots looking capable, attractive and relaxing everyday flyer.
Designed for 35–40cc petrol engines or a 12S electric setup, the RV-8 features factory-installed flaps, scale wingtip navigation lights, a detailed cockpit with pilot figure and smooth flight characteristics across a wide performance envelope. Whether you enjoy graceful scale circuits, light aerobatics or high-energy manoeuvres, this model has the size and handling to deliver.
About the original:
The RV-8 is a tandem-seat, homebuilt sport aircraft designed by Van's Aircraft. Loved for its aerobatic capability, agility and proven performance, the RV-8 is one of the most popular kit-built aircraft in the world. Its sleek design and forgiving handling have made it a go-to for both experienced pilots and spirited weekend flyers.
Seagull Vans RV-8 (35-40cc / 12S) 1.80 / 71in Features:
- Lightweight laser-cut balsa and ply construction.
- Carbon Fibre wing spars.
- Painted dural undercarriage.
- Factory painted glass fibre cowl & spats.
- Two-piece, plug-in wings for easy transport.
- Stable flight handling with aerobatic capability.
- Eye-catching scale colour scheme.
- Finished in quality heat-shrink film.
- Suitable for both i.c. & electric power systems.
- Easy radio & flight pack access via cockpit hatch.
- Pre-wired navigation lights.
- High quality transparent fuel tank.
- 1x Factory assembled & covered fuselage.
- 1x Factory assembled & covered tailplane.
- 1x Factory assembled & covered fin & rudder.
- 1x Factory assembled & covered wing set.
- 1x Clear canopy moulding.
- 1x Painted pilot figure.
- 1x Factory painted glass fibre cowl.
- 1x Electric power conversion kit.
- 1x Undercarriage and wheel set.
- 1x Comprehensive hardware pack.
- 1x Comprehensive instruction manual.
- 1x 35-40cc petrol / glow engine or 180KV, 12S electric set-up.
- 1x Propeller to suit chosen engine / motor.
- 1x 7-channel computer transmitter and receiver combo.
- 8x Suitable high-quality servos.
- 1x Protective foam for radio system.
Key Info:
- Brand: Seagull
- Part No: SEA388B
- Barcode: 5051121293913
- Assembly Level: ARTF (Almost RTF)
- Power:
• Electric
• Petrol - Flying Style: Scale
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