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Seagull L-19A Bird Dog Dead Eye ARTF Model Plane SEA385
Brand: Seagull
Part No: SEA385
Expected Mon 11 Jan 2027
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Description
The Seagull L-19A Bird Dog (Dead Eye) (60-80cc) 3.09m (122.0in), part number SEA385, is a giant-scale ARTF radio-controlled model of the Cessna L-19A military liaison aircraft, with a 3.09m wingspan and a 1:3.5 scale. It is aimed at experienced modellers who fly from a designated R/C model flying site, and is recommended for ages 14 and over.
The airframe is built from lightweight laser-cut balsa and plywood. It arrives factory assembled and covered in genuine Oracover film, in a scale colour scheme. Aluminium airfoil wing struts, a factory painted glass fibre cowl and plug-in, quick-release wing panels keep assembly and transport manageable at this size. Low bounce tyres and a steerable tail wheel support the fixed taildragger undercarriage.
Scale detail is a feature of this model. It has functioning flaps, corrugated control surfaces, an opening cockpit door, a detailed cockpit with seats, wing-mounted rockets and fuel caps. Working LED landing and navigation lights are included. A 700ml transparent fuel tank is fitted, and the model is described as suitable for both petrol or glow and electric power, with a 70 to 125cc petrol engine or an electric equivalent specified for completion. Seagull describes the flight handling as stable, with aerobatic capability.
The original L-19A Bird Dog was developed by Cessna and first flew in the late 1940s. It served in Korea and Vietnam for forward air control, reconnaissance and artillery spotting, and was known for short take-off and landing ability and slow-speed stability.
What's Included
- Factory assembled and covered fuselage, wing set and tail set
- Windscreen moulding and cabin glazing set
- Painted glass fibre cowl
- Wing strut set and hardware pack
- Steerable tail wheel unit
- 8 wing-mounted rockets, LED light set and instruction manual
Required to Complete
- 70 to 125cc petrol engine, glow engine or electric equivalent
- 8-channel transmitter and receiver combo
- 8 standard size digital servos
- Propeller to suit the chosen engine or motor, and protective foam for the radio system
Specifications
- Wingspan: 3,100mm (122in)
- Length: 2,158mm (85in)
- Wing area: 130dm² (2018in²)
- Approx. flying weight: 16.5kg (36.4lbs)
- Scale: 1:3.5
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Seagull L-19A Bird Dog (Dead Eye) (60-80cc) 3.09m (122.0in) Manuals & Guides
Specifications
Command the sky with the L-19A Bird Dog "Dead Eye", 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 (Dead Eye) (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 (Dead Eye) (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: Array
- Material: Balsa
Key Info:
- Brand: Seagull
- Part No: SEA385
- Barcode: 5051121274318
- Assembly Level: ARTF (Almost RTF)
- Power: Petrol
- Flying Style: Scale
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