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          This is the Radio Controlled, Glow Powered, Wood and Foam
 Almost Ready-to-Fly Great Planes Viper 500 Sport Model Airplane Kit in White
           AMA-legal for Quickie 500 racing in 424 and 428 classes.
                  For Intermediate to Advanced Modeler/Fliers.

FEATURES: Construction: Balsa and plywood
          Wings: One-piece foam core with carbon fiber reinforcement, balsa
            sheeting applied with epoxy for added security and stiffness,
            recessed wing hold down bolts to minimize drag, center section
            wrapped in double layer of fiberglass cloth
          Covering: Covered in Top Flite MonoKote covering, color scheme is
            entirely White
          Radio Compartment: Easily accessible under wing
          Landing Gear: Pre-bent aluminum
          Tail Section: Self-aligning V-tail bolts to fuselage and easily
            removed for easy transportation
          Aileron Control: One servo needed with at least 35 oz-in torque
          Motor Mount: Aluminum, multi-fit backplate style
          Assembly Time: Ready to fly in as little as 6-8 hours
          Warranty: Great Planes Model Manufacturing Company guarantees this
            kit free from defects in both materials and workmanship at date
            of purchase.

INCLUDES: One Great Planes Viper 500 sport model airplane kit with
            pre-assembled wing fuselage and tail sections, pushrods, decal
            sheet, hardware, 2½" (61mm) plastic profile wheels,
            6.1oz (180cc) fuel tank (GPMA2552), photo-illustrated instructions

REQUIRES: Engine:  .25-.46 (4.1-7.5cc) 2-stroke
          Muffler: Stock type supplied with engine
          Radio:  Four channel for sport flying
                  Six channels or more for V-tail mixing
          Servos: Four 42 oz-in torque minimum
                  1-ailerons, 1-elevator, 1-rudder, 1-throttle
          Servo Extensions: Two 12" (305mm) for throttle and aileron servos
          Misc. Items:  Glow plug, ¼" foam rubber padding, 3' medium
            fuel tubing, fuel filter, propeller, building and field equipment.

SPECS:    Wingspan:      52" (1320mm)
          Wing Area:     504 sq in (32.5 sq dm)
          Weight:        3-3.4lb (1360-1530g)
          Wing Loading:  13.7-15.4 oz/sq ft (42-47 g/sq dm)
          Length:        41.25" (1048mm)
          Airfoil:       Selig
          Center of Gravity:  3" (75mm) Back from the wing's leading edge
            at the fuselage sides.
          Control Throws-           Low Rate       High Rate
            Ailerons: Up & Down    1/8" (3mm)     3/8"  (9.5mm)
            Elevator: Up & Down    1/8" (3mm)       ¼" (6.35mm)
            Rudder: Right & Left                    ¼" (6.35mm)

COMMENTS: Use Top Flite White MonoKote in six foot roll size (TOPQ0204) if
            repairs to the covering are needed.
          Incidences are:  thrust angle 0°
                           wing 0°
                           tail 0°

          If a replacement fuel tank is needed, order the Sullivan 6oz
            Flextank (SULQ1738), or the DuBro 6oz tank (DUBQ0206).
            Some minor trimming and modifications may be required.

                                                                    jxs 7/23/03
                                                                         ir/jxs
                                                                  updt 11/16/09



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Phone: 217-398-8970


 
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3002 N. APOLLO DRIVE, SUITE #1
CHAMPAIGN, IL 61822  








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