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Tower Hobbies Vista EP Sailplane ARF 78.5"
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Tower Hobbies Vista EP Sailplane ARF 78.5"
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TOWA4015

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LXMUY1
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129.99
 
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NOTES FROM OUR TECH DEPARTMENT

      This is the electric powered, radio controlled Almost-Ready-to-Fly
                      Tower Hobbies Vista EP Sailplane.

FEATURES: Construction: Built-up balsa and plywood for strength and durability Wings: One piece with aluminum/wood wing joiner Covering: Factory applied adhesive backed, color scheme is White, Yellow, Orange and Red Motor: 550 size, preinstalled Electronic Speed Control: (GPMA2345) preinstalled, no set-up needed Radio Compartment: Accessible under wing, plywood reinforced Propeller: (HCAA3764) 8x4 folding, nylon construction Warranty: Tower Hobbies guarantees this kit free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification.

INCLUDES: Tower Hobbies Vista EP Sailplane with 550 size motor, esc, folding propeller, tail skid, all hardware, photo-illustrated instruction manual

REQUIRES: Radio: 3-channel, TOWJ41** Servos: 2 standard size and torque (1-rudder, 1-elevator) TOWM4525 Battery: 7-cell 8.4V, GPMP0351 Battery Charger: GPMM3001 Dean's Male Ultra/Standard Male Adapter: GPMM3131 Building and field equipment

SPECS: Wingspan: 78.5" (2000mm) Wing Area: 678 sq in (4.37 sq dm) Weight: 45 - 50oz (1275 - 1415g) Wing Loading: 9.6 - 10.6 oz/sq ft (29 - 32g/sq dm) Length: 41" (1035mm) Airfoil: Flat bottom Center of Gravity (CG): 3-1/8" (80mm) back from leading edge of wing at fuselage size Control Throws: High Rate Low Rate Elevator (up and down): 5/8" (16mm) 3/8" (9.5mm) Rudder (right and left): 1½" (38mm) 1" (25mm)

COMMENTS: The instruction manual lists an incorrect prop/spinner replacement. The correct prop and spinner replacement is HCAA3764.

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COMPLETION NOTES FROM THE TECH DEPARTMENT
THIS IS THE ELECTRIC POWERED RADIO CONTROLLED TOWER HOBBIES VISTA EP SAILPLANE FEATURES; BALSA & PLY CONSTRUCTION, 550 SIZE MOTOR, ESC, FOLDING PROPELLER FLAT BOTTOM AIRFOIL REQUIRES: 3-CH RADIO, 2 STANDARD SERVOS, 7-CELL 8.4V BATTERY, CHARGER BUILDING & FIELD EQUIPMENT

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