F6F HELLCAT

Pro Kit #PK1002

The F6F was very successful in the air battles of 1943-1945. It was fast, rugged, and virtually free of bugs.

New pilots found the Hellcat easy to fly.

 

 THE KIT

This precision complete kit is designed to classic scale realism. The popular size of this plane gives it very reasonable wing loading for smooth flying. It has a roomy airframe to accommodate options like retracts, smoke, etc.

 TEST PILOT NOTES:

"A discriminating flyer's delight. This bird does everything in the book including those carrier landings."

Specifications (as tested)
Wing Span 61"
Length 44"
Wing Area 671 sq. in.
Dry Weight 8 -10 lbs.
Stab Area 169 sq. in.
Airfoil Semi-symmetrical
Scale 1-3/8" = 1'
Engine Size:
Two stroke
.60 - .90
Four stroke
.60 - 1.20
# of Channels 6-7 
Construction Information
Wings Foam core with balsa sheeting
Fuselage Foam, plywood and balsa sheeting
Tail Foam core stab and fin with balsa sheeting
Flaps Full with details on plans
Landing Gear Fixed (retracts optional details on plans)
Building Time
Frame up - 10 Hrs
Finish - 40 Hrs. average
Building Experience Intermediate/Advanced
Pro Kit Contents
Arcofoam wing cores, stab & fin cores
Foam fuselage sections
Laser cut aircraft plywood
Diecut lite ply, and complete balsa package
Clear canopy with framework detail
Formed three piece radial cowl section
Formed misc. detailed parts
Full color decal sheet
Hinges, Extensive hardware package
Two full size plan sheets w/descriptive details
Working with foam guide sheet
Retract guide sheet

Test Pilot's Performance Report

(As tested with .90 engine and 7 channel radio)

Take off Slight engine torque to left
Top speed 100 MPH
Landing speed w/Flaps 26 MPH
Straight out flight stability Excellent
Roll rate Snappy
Loop stability Big loops no problem
Inverted flight Excellent
Control response Positive
Landing approach Grooves in well
Flare out Excellent
Landing Lands on a postage stamp
Flying experience recommended Advanced

Options (Not included)

#RR615 Retracts