Seagull L-19A Bird Dog Chickenman 3.09m ARTF SEA385CM
Brand: Seagull
Part No: SEA385CM
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Description
The Seagull L-19A Bird Dog (Chickenman) (60-80cc) 3.09m (122.0in), part number SEA385CM, is a giant-scale ARTF radio-controlled model of the Cessna L-19A military liaison aircraft, with a wingspan of 3.09 metres at 1:3.5 scale. It is aimed at experienced modellers and is finished in a green scale colour scheme using genuine Oracover film.
The airframe is built from lightweight laser-cut balsa and ply, with aluminium airfoil wing struts, a factory painted glass fibre cowl and plug-in, quick-release wing panels for easier transport. Low bounce tyres run on the fixed taildragger undercarriage. Scale detail includes functioning flaps, corrugated control surfaces, an opening cockpit door, a detailed cockpit, seats, rockets and fuel caps, while working LED landing and navigation lights add to the effect. A 700ml transparent fuel tank and turnbuckle or ball link pushrod ends are part of the package.
The broad wing area and flaps are intended to give stable flight handling with some aerobatic capability. The manufacturer lists a 70 to 125cc petrol engine, a glow engine or an electric equivalent as suitable power. The original Bird Dog first flew in the late 1940s and served in Korea and Vietnam for forward air control, reconnaissance and artillery spotting, valued for its short take-off ability and slow-speed stability.
What's Included
- Factory assembled and covered fuselage, wing set and tail set
- Windscreen moulding and cabin glazing set
- Factory painted glass fibre cowl
- Wing strut set and hardware pack
- Steerable tail wheel unit, 8 wing-mounted rockets and LED light set
- Instruction manual
Required to Complete
- 70 to 125cc petrol engine, glow engine or electric equivalent
- 8-channel transmitter and receiver
- 8 standard size digital servos
- Propeller to suit the chosen engine or motor
- Protective foam for the radio system
Specifications
- Wingspan: 3,100 mm (122 in)
- Length: 2,158 mm (85 in)
- Wing area: 130 dm²
- Approximate flying weight: 16.5 kg
- Scale: 1:3.5
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Seagull L-19A Bird Dog (Chickenman) (60-80cc) 3.09m (122.0in) Manuals & Guides
Specifications
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.
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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