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Seagull Vans RV-8 35-40CC 1.80m ARTF Plane SEA388
Brand: Seagull
Part No: SEA388
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Description
The Seagull Vans RV-8 (35-40CC) 1.80m (71.0in), part number SEA388, is a 1:4 scale ARTF sport aeroplane with a 1.8 m wingspan, built from balsa and plywood and designed for either a 35-40cc petrol engine or a 12S electric power system. It is aimed at intermediate to advanced pilots who want a sizeable scale model that handles well for relaxed circuits, light aerobatics and more energetic flying.
The airframe is laser-cut balsa and ply with carbon fibre wing spars, finished in genuine Oracover film. The fuselage, tailplane, fin, rudder and wings arrive factory assembled and covered, and the glass fibre cowl and wheel spats are factory painted. The two-piece plug-in wings make the model easier to transport. Flaps are already installed, and there are scale wingtip lighting mounts with pre-wired navigation lights. The cockpit is detailed and includes a painted pilot figure. A hatch in the cockpit area gives access to the radio equipment and flight pack, and the model has a transparent fuel tank and a painted dural undercarriage.
The model is 1,527 mm long with a wing area of 64 dm² and an approximate flying weight of 5.8 kg. It is recommended for ages 14 and over and should be flown at a designated R/C model flying site. The full-size Vans RV-8 is a tandem-seat homebuilt sport aircraft from Van's Aircraft, known for its aerobatic ability.
What's Included
- Factory assembled and covered fuselage
- Factory assembled and covered tailplane
- Factory assembled and covered fin and rudder
- Factory assembled and covered wing set
- Clear canopy moulding and painted pilot figure
- Factory painted glass fibre cowl
- Electric power conversion kit
- Undercarriage, wheel set, hardware pack and instruction manual
Required to Complete
- 35-40cc petrol or glow engine, or a 3000-3500W motor with 80-120A ESC for 12S
- 3300-4200mAh 12S LiPo (electric power only)
- Propeller to suit the chosen engine
- 7-channel transmitter and receiver
- 8 servos
- Protective foam for the radio system
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Seagull Vans RV-8 (35-40CC) 1.80m (71.0in) Manuals & Guides
Manuals & Guides
Specifications
The Vans RV-8 SEA-388 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 model is engineered for intermediate to advanced pilots looking to step into a capable, attractive everyday flyer.
Designed for 35–40cc petrol engines or a 12S electric setup, the RV-8 features factory-installed flaps, scale wingtip lighting mounts, a detailed cockpit with pilot figure, and smooth flight characteristics across a wide 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 Vans RV-8 is a tandem-seat, homebuilt sport aircraft designed by Van's Aircraft. Loved for its aerobatic capability, side-by-side 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) 1.80m (71.0in) Key Features:
- Lightweight laser-cut balsa and ply construction.
- Carbon Fibre wing spars.
- Painted dural undercarriage.
- Factory painted glass fibre cowl and wheel spats.
- Two-piece, plug-in wings for easy transport.
- Stable flight handling with aerobatic capability.
- Eye-catching colour scheme.
- Finished in genuine Oracover film.
- Suitable for both i.c. and electric power systems.
- Easy radio and flight pack access via cockpit hatch.
- Pre-wired navigation lights.
- Quality transparent fuel tank.
What's in the Box:
- 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.
Needed to Complete:
- 1x 35 - 40cc petrol engine, glow engine or Motor 180, 3000 - 3500W, 80 - 120A ESC, 12s electric equivalent.
- 1x 3300 - 4200mAh 12S LiPo (If electric motor).
- 1x Propeller to suit chosen engine.
- 1x 7-Channel computer transmitter and receiver combo.
- 8x Suitable high-quality servos.
- 1x Protective foam for radio system.
Seagull Vans RV-8 (35-40CC) 1.80m (71.0in) Tech Specs:
- Approx. Flying Weight: 5.8kg / 12.8lbs
- Product Length: 1,527mm / 60in
- Product Wingspan: 1,800mm / 71in
- Product Wing Area: 64dm2 / 992in2
- Scale: 1:4
- Completion Level: ARTF
- Experience Level: Array
- Age Recommendation: 14+
- Recommended Usage Environment: Designated R/C model flying site
- Channels: 7
- Colour: Array
- Material: Balsa
Key Info:
- Brand: Seagull
- Part No: SEA388
- Barcode: 5051121274400
- Assembly Level: ARTF (Almost RTF)
- Power: Petrol
- Flying Style: Scale
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