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Seagull Gilmore Red Lion Racer 2.05m ARTF Plane SEA390

Brand: Seagull

Part No: SEA390

£639.39 RRP £694.99

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Description

The Seagull Gilmore (Red Lion) Racer (45-55cc) 2.05m (81in), part number SEA390, is a 1:4 scale ARTF radio-controlled model of the Wedell-Williams Model 44 air racer, built from balsa with a wingspan of 2,050 mm (81in). The Model 44 was one of the stars of the US racing circuit in the early 1930s, and this model represents Roscoe Turner's Gilmore 'Red Lion' Special, named after his pet lion, Gilmore. It is trimmed in red with Gilmore Oil Company logos and race number 121 on the fuselage. Turner placed third in the Bendix and Shell Dash races in 1932, then returned in 1933 with a re-engined aircraft to win both.

The fuselage, wing halves, tailplane and fin and rudder arrive factory assembled and covered in genuine Oracover. The glass fibre cowl and undercarriage fairings are factory painted. Scale detail includes an accurate Model 44 outline, a detailed dummy radial engine, and a sunken cockpit with a period pilot figure.

The model is designed for a 45-55cc petrol or glow engine, or an electric equivalent, and the hardware pack covers either glow or electric power, with electric motor stand-offs included. A large removable canopy hatch gives access to the radio, fuel tank or flight battery at the field. The two-piece plug-in wing is joined by a tubular alloy main spar, which makes transport and storage easier, and the tail wheel is steerable and spring-tensioned. A comprehensive instruction manual is included.

It is recommended for modellers aged 14 and over, and for use at a designated R/C model flying site. Suggested compatibility for power is a 40-60cc petrol or glow engine, or an electric set-up along the lines listed below.

What's Included

  • Fuselage, covered and assembled
  • Two-piece wing set with tubular alloy main spar
  • Tailplane and fin / rudder
  • Glass fibre cowl and undercarriage fairing set
  • Hardware pack and electric power conversion kit
  • Dural undercarriage, wheels, tail wheel unit and pilot figure

Required to Complete

  • 40-60cc petrol or glow engine, or electric equivalent (Motor 360, 6000W, 160-200A ESC, 12s)
  • 6-channel (minimum) computer transmitter and receiver
  • Propeller to suit (24x10-25x12 for electric)
  • 6 standard size digital metal gear servos
  • Protective foam for the radio system

Specifications

  • Wingspan: 2,050 mm (81in)
  • Length: 1,588 mm (62.5in)
  • Wing area: 72 dm2 (1222 in2)
  • Approx. flying weight: 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs)
  • Scale: 1:4

Specifications

The Wedell-Williams Model 44 air racer (to give it its correct title) was one of the stars of the US racing circuit in the early 1930s. Roscoe Turner's Gilmore 'Red Lion' Special (so called because of his pet lion, Gilmore) was the third Model 44 present at the 1932 races, trimmed in red with the Gilmore Oil Company logos and race number 121 displayed on the fuselage. Turner placed 3rd in the Bendix and Shell Dash races but returned in 1933 with a re-engined '44 to win both. He went on to win many more and establish the aircraft as an all-time classic.

Seagull's new Gilmore Red Lion 50cc perfectly captures the machine's style, powerful stance and panache. Designed for a 45-55cc petrol or glow engine (or electric equivalent) there's a large top hatch allowing easy maintenance and battery changes at the field. Meanwhile, the two-piece plug-in wing means transportation and storage won't be a problem. It goes without saying that this is an eye-catching and imposing scale model that's guaranteed to turn heads at the field.

Seagull Gilmore (Red Lion) Racer (45-55cc) 2.05m (81in) Key Features:

  • Covered in genuine Oracover
  • Factory painted glass fibre cowl and u/c fairings.
  • Sunken cockpit with period pilot figure.
  • Detailed dummy radial engine.
  • Removable canopy hatch for easy radio, tank or flight battery access.
  • Accurate Model 44 scale outline.
  • Two-piece plug-in wing for easy transportation.
  • Full hardware pack for either glow or electric power.
  • Electric motor stand-offs included.
  • Steerable spring-tensioned tail wheel unit.

What's in the Box:

  • 1x Factory assembled & covered fuselage.
  • 1x Factory assembled & covered 2-piece wing set.
  • 1x Factory assembled & covered tailplane.
  • 1x Factory assembled & covered fin / rudder.
  • 1x Tubular alloy main spar.
  • 1x Period pilot figure.
  • 1x Factory painted glass fibre cowl.
  • 1x Factory painted undercarriage fairing set.
  • 1x Comprehensive hardware pack (screws, horns, pushrods, fuel tank etc.).
  • 1x Spring-tensioned steerable tail wheel unit.
  • 1x Electric power conversion kit.
  • 1x Dural undercarriage set.
  • 1x Wheel and tyre set.
  • 1x Comprehensive instruction manual.

Needed to Complete:

  • 1x 40 - 60cc petrol engine, glow engine or Motor 360, 6000W, 160-200A ESC 12s electric equivalent.
  • 1x 6-Channel (minimum) computer transmitter & receiver combo.
  • 1x Propeller to suit your engine / motor (24x10-25x12 Electric Prop)
  • 6x Standard size, digital, metal gear servos.
  • 1x Protective foam for radio system.

Seagull Gilmore (Red Lion) Racer (45-55cc) 2.05m (81in) Tech Specs:

  • Approx. Flying Weight: 9.5kg / 20.9lbs
  • Shipping Weight: 14.06kg / 31.00lbs
  • Product Length: 1,588mm / 62.5in
  • Product Wingspan: 2,050mm / 81in
  • Product Wing Area: 72dm2 / 1222in2
  • Scale: 1:4
  • Completion Level: ARTF
  • Experience Level: Array
  • Age Recommendation: 14+
  • Recommended Usage Environment: Designated R/C model flying site
  • Channels: 6
  • Colour: Array
  • Material: Balsa


    Key Info:
    • Brand: Seagull
    • Part No: SEA390
    • Barcode: 5051121279320
    • Power:
      • Electric
      • Petrol
    • Assembly Level: Kit (Unassembled)
    • Flying Style:
      • Scale
      • Sport

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