Seagull Models Pilatus B4 Glider, 3000mm ARF

Overview

The Pilatus B4 is an all-metal intermediate sailplane built by Pilatus Aircraft of Switzerland. The design of this glider originated in the 1960s, when the company Firma Rheintalwerke G. Basten (from which the "B" in the original designation is derived) manufactured the first two prototypes.

Features

• Detailed scale cockpit with ultra lightweight pilot included
• Excellent thermaling performance and strong wings to withstand aerobatics
• Efficient spoilers
• Releasable tow hook point
• Fixed undercarriage for great 'run on landings'
• Great scale looks that will grace any flying site
• Covered in genuine UltraCote for an eye catching scale colour scheme

Product Information

The Pilatus B4 is an all-metal intermediate sailplane built by Pilatus Aircraft of Switzerland. The design of this glider originated in the 1960s, when the company Firma Rheintalwerke G. Basten (from which the "B" in the original designation is derived) manufactured the first two prototypes.

Seagull introduces the Pilatus B4 Glider ARF, a scale 3m sailplane designed with the sport enthusiast in mind. Built by expert craftsmen, this top-quality balsa/ply glider is covered in genuine Hangar 9 UltraCote for a durable and attractive finish. In addition to great scale features such as a detailed scale cockpit complete with pilot, the Pilatus B4 Glider is equally at home on the slope or aerotowed using its releasable tow hook.

Specs

Experience level  Intermediate

Wingspan 300 cm / 118.1 in

Wing area 58.2 sq dm / 902.1 sq in

Overall length 131 cm / 51.6 in

Flying weight 2.2-2.6 kg / 5.3-5.7 lb

Radio 4 channels or 5 for tow release

Servos (2) standard, (4) mini required, (1) optional mini for tow release

CG (Centre of Gravity) 6.5 cm back from the leading edge of the wing

Assembly time (approx.) 2 to 4 hours