Vans RV-8 Eagle Fire (ARF), Seagull Models

Vans RV-8 Eagle Fire (ARF), Seagull Models

Airplane designer Richard VanGrunsven has dominated the homebuilt airplane hobby for the past 40+ years. His series of all-aluminum low-wing "RV" airplanes provide pilots with the level of flight performance and good looks that they want. Since 1973 Van's Aircraft has sold over 18,000 kits and plans, with over 8,000 airplanes completed and flying in 45 countries. In the U.S. alone the number of RVs completed each year exceeds the combined production of all commercial general aviation companies. The RV-8 is Van's latest design that features tandem centerline seating, for those fighter pilot types who like to sit in the middle. Like all RVs, the RV-8 climbs well, lands slow, and goes fast. 

• A classic balsa and plywood ARF (Almost-Ready-To-Fly)
• All major components are factory built and finished
• Modern construction using a CAD design and laser-cut parts
• Dual elevator servos for precision aerobatic flight trimming
• The authentic color scheme of RV-8 N9699D Diamond Di
• Outstanding flight performance
• Strong aluminum wing joiner tube
• 2-piece plug-in wing for easy transport
• Detailed cockpit with hand-painted pilot
• Painted fiberglass cowling and wheel pants
• Operational flaps
• Covered in genuine UltraCote
• Complete hardware pack

Seagull Models has made a 20cc size RV-8 that inherits all of the great flying qualities of the full-scale airplane. Responsive, agile, and capable of all the
basic aerobatic maneuvers. The airframe is conventionally built using balsa and plywood, with a well-engineered laser-cut design that allows the airplane
to be kept light. The UltraCote® covering, plus beautifully molded and painted fiberglass cowl and wheel pants add to its sleek look. A wonderful airplane
for everyday sport aerobatic flying.

Specifications:
Wing Span: 70.9 in. (180.0 cm)
Wing Area: 992 sq. in. (64 sq. dm)
Length: 58 in. (147.3 cm)
Approx. Flying Weight: 11 lbs. (5 kg)
Rec. Engine: Gas: 20 cc
Glow: .91 cu. in.
Electric Motor: 1700 - 2000 watt Brushless Motor
250-400 kv (i.e. Power 90-110)
Radio Required: 6-Channel with 8 Standard Servos