Challenger 50 Super Sport from JPerkins

Radio-Controlled Sport & Racing Plane for RC Pilots

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Celebrating JPs 50th anniversary of service to the model industry, the Challenger 50 Super Sport will appeal to just about anyone whos learned to fly and gone solo. Fit a forty and its a perfect, lightly-loaded follow-on trainer thatll teach gentle aerobatics and tail-dragger handling. Fit a fifty-two, up the rates and youll immediately unleash a performance thatll keep you on your toes and raise a smile. With versatility at its heart, the 50 SS is an aeroplane thatll take any number of two- or four-stroke engine combinations whilst satisfying an eclectic choice of 4S electric set-ups.

Beautifully built, beautifully covered and lavished with impressive attention to detail, youll find everything youve come to expect here from a well-specified ARTF, not to mention a large, easy-access canopy hatch, factory painted cowl, pilot and glass fibre wheel spats, a full hardware pack and a mounting kit for electric motors.

Features:

  • Perfect as a follow-on aerobatic trainer.
  • Highly prefabricated ARTF kit.
  • For i.c. or electric power.
  • Large canopy hatch for easy fuselage access.
  • Stable and forgiving flying characteristics.
  • Electric motor conversion mount included.
  • Requires 4-channel R/C with maximum 5 servos.
  • Suits .46 - .52cu. in. 2-stroke glow engines or 4S electric set-ups.
  • Attractive highly visible colour scheme.
  • Superb build quality.
  • Rugged and practical tail dragger u/c arrangement.
  • All hardware included.

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Wingspan: 1340mm (52.8 in)
Length: 1160mm (45.7 in)

Weight: 2500 g (5.5 lbs)
  • Wingspan: 1,340 mm (53 in)
  • Length: 1,160 mm (46 in)
  • Wing Area: 35 dm² (542 in²)
  • Approx. Flying Weight: 2,500 g (5.5 lbs)
  • Engine Compatibility: 6.5 – 8.5 cc glow engine or electric equivalent
  • Channels Required: 5
  • Construction: Balsa
  • Color Scheme: Black / Gold
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