What is the smallest RC plane made, that you can buy??

JStory · Jul 19, 2001, 01:51 AM

subject says it all

Bill Glover · Jul 19, 2001, 03:56 AM

No it doesn't!

Do you mean smallest wingspan, shortest length, or lightest weight?

Do you mean ARTF, kit, or plan?

Well the Mini IFO (24?" span, <4 oz AUW) is probably a good start point (it's a kit, plan, and ARTF) ... depending on your criteria!

There are a number of small biplane kits that have a shorter wingspan with approx. 3 times the flying weight.

JStory · Jul 19, 2001, 03:59 AM

Well i guess shortest wingspan, i dont care if its a kit or arf.

Bill Glover · Jul 19, 2001, 06:08 AM

OK, how about the DeltaSTAR 500 (span 500 mm, 19.6"):
http://www.idnet.de/homepage/scholl/...ltaSTAR500.htm

Offhand, that's the smallest span kit design I can think of.

ChrisP · Jul 19, 2001, 06:20 AM

Graupner's Micro Taxi has a wingspan of just over 14''

[This message has been edited by ChrisP (edited 07-19-2001).]

Megowcoupe · Jul 19, 2001, 08:02 AM

I'm flying a Wren- old Simprop design- biplane 18" wings- 19" fuse- Astro 010 at 12 ounces. Fun to fly.

Sam Brauer
Norwalk, CT

Steve McBride · Jul 19, 2001, 08:28 AM

How about a Cox Viper (P-51) free flight conversion? I think the span is 17.5".....good flyer, easy to build, decent looks and cheap too.

Steve McBride

realglow · Jul 19, 2001, 09:04 AM

The Flitter B has a 22 inch span and weighs about 6 ounces. It is made of pink foam. Sold by EAM and others. For indoors or out.

Ryan Nau · Jul 19, 2001, 09:35 AM

It isn't the smallest mentioned here. But the Model Air Tech TumbleWatt has a wingspan of 26 inches. Its a kit that goes together fast and flies great at 14oz.

Randy S · Jul 19, 2001, 05:36 PM

The Positron and Wattage Mirage both have small wingspans. Around 20 inches (just guessing).

Dave Hederich · Jul 19, 2001, 08:18 PM

Sorry, I only play quiz shows when there are prizes offered for the best answer. ;-)

DNA · Jul 19, 2001, 08:53 PM

Either the RoadKill series or the PF5.

You can see them here..
http://www.toddsmodels.com/slowandpark.htm

What happened to your Wing Thing?

[This message has been edited by DNA (edited 07-19-2001).]

Steve McBride · Jul 19, 2001, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by stevem:
How about a Cox Viper (P-51) free flight conversion? I think the span is 17.5".....good flyer, easy to build, decent looks and cheap too.

Steve McBride

Sorry - 20"

Did I win anything?

Steve

JStory · Jul 19, 2001, 09:47 PM

Im just curious, i dont need a plane now but i was just wondering. I covered my Wing Thing with renolds wrap and it took me like 20 trys im still not satisfied with the cover so i gonna try again. Im waiting on a motor for it anyways.

Mujahid · Jul 19, 2001, 11:49 PM

At the University of Florida, we have a 5" span R/C airplane. In fact, that's a 5" maximum dimension (both length and span). It's not for sale but if you're pretty ambitious, it might give you some ideas for a scratch built model.

Good luck finding the carbon-fiber!

Here's a link if you're interested. http://aeroweb.aero.ufl.edu/microav/Main.htm

Jul 19, 2001, 01:51 AM	#1
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Jul 19, 2001, 03:56 AM	#2
Bill Glover Registered User Bracknell, Berks, UK Joined Nov 2000 10,293 Posts	No it doesn't! Do you mean smallest wingspan, shortest length, or lightest weight? Do you mean ARTF, kit, or plan? Well the Mini IFO (24?" span, <4 oz AUW) is probably a good start point (it's a kit, plan, and ARTF) ... depending on your criteria! There are a number of small biplane kits that have a shorter wingspan with approx. 3 times the flying weight.

Jul 19, 2001, 03:59 AM	#3
JStory Registered User Austin, Texas Joined Jun 2001 901 Posts	Well i guess shortest wingspan, i dont care if its a kit or arf.

Jul 19, 2001, 06:08 AM	#4
Bill Glover Registered User Bracknell, Berks, UK Joined Nov 2000 10,293 Posts	OK, how about the DeltaSTAR 500 (span 500 mm, 19.6"): http://www.idnet.de/homepage/scholl/...ltaSTAR500.htm Offhand, that's the smallest span kit design I can think of.

Jul 19, 2001, 06:20 AM	#5
ChrisP Master Weilbach, Germany Joined May 2001 2,425 Posts	Graupner's Micro Taxi has a wingspan of just over 14'' [This message has been edited by ChrisP (edited 07-19-2001).]

Jul 19, 2001, 08:02 AM	#6
Megowcoupe Balsa Flies Better! Stamford, CT Joined Oct 2000 6,569 Posts	I'm flying a Wren- old Simprop design- biplane 18" wings- 19" fuse- Astro 010 at 12 ounces. Fun to fly. Sam Brauer Norwalk, CT

Jul 19, 2001, 08:28 AM	#7
Steve McBride Registered User Agra, Oklahoma Joined Feb 2000 5,316 Posts	How about a Cox Viper (P-51) free flight conversion? I think the span is 17.5".....good flyer, easy to build, decent looks and cheap too. Steve McBride

Jul 19, 2001, 09:04 AM	#8
realglow Eat, Sleep, Fly! Joined Mar 2001 659 Posts	The Flitter B has a 22 inch span and weighs about 6 ounces. It is made of pink foam. Sold by EAM and others. For indoors or out.

Jul 19, 2001, 09:35 AM	#9
Ryan Nau Tork it or Dork it Elizabethville,PA USA Joined Jul 2000 2,183 Posts	It isn't the smallest mentioned here. But the Model Air Tech TumbleWatt has a wingspan of 26 inches. Its a kit that goes together fast and flies great at 14oz.

Jul 19, 2001, 05:36 PM	#10
Randy S Professional Dork Winchester, Kentucky Joined Jul 2000 435 Posts	The Positron and Wattage Mirage both have small wingspans. Around 20 inches (just guessing).

Jul 19, 2001, 08:18 PM	#11
Dave Hederich Registered User Walled Lake, MI, USA Joined Feb 2000 11,182 Posts	Sorry, I only play quiz shows when there are prizes offered for the best answer. ;-)

Jul 19, 2001, 08:53 PM	#12
DNA registered user NE Ohio Joined Jun 2001 3,311 Posts	Either the RoadKill series or the PF5. You can see them here.. http://www.toddsmodels.com/slowandpark.htm What happened to your Wing Thing? [This message has been edited by DNA (edited 07-19-2001).]

Jul 19, 2001, 09:47 PM	#14
JStory Registered User Austin, Texas Joined Jun 2001 901 Posts	Im just curious, i dont need a plane now but i was just wondering. I covered my Wing Thing with renolds wrap and it took me like 20 trys im still not satisfied with the cover so i gonna try again. Im waiting on a motor for it anyways.

Jul 19, 2001, 11:49 PM	#15
Mujahid Registered User Gainesville, FL USA Joined Jul 2001 23 Posts	At the University of Florida, we have a 5" span R/C airplane. In fact, that's a 5" maximum dimension (both length and span). It's not for sale but if you're pretty ambitious, it might give you some ideas for a scratch built model. Good luck finding the carbon-fiber! Here's a link if you're interested. http://aeroweb.aero.ufl.edu/microav/Main.htm