Balsa USA - 1/4 Scale Fokker DR1
1/4 Scale Fokker DR-1 Triplane*
World War I
The most recognized aircraft of the First World War. From late 1917 until June of 1918, the Fokker Triplane blazed its way across history and into the popular culture of today. In the hands of men like Baron Manfred Von Richthofen "The Red Baron", Werner Voss and Ernest Udet, the Triplane became will known as the ultimate "Dog Fight" airplane of the war.
In its design, Anthony Fokker and Reinhold Platz sacraficed speed for rate of climb and manuverability- they were successful! "They climb like monkeys and manuver like devils". (Von Richthofen)
BALSA USA offers an easy to build and suprisingly easy to fly (yes, if you can fly a sport model, you can fly this Fokker Triplane)
F.A.Q.
What is the CG for this kit? 3-5/8" back from leading edge of TOP wing
Kit Features
Rolled full size plans Step by step photo ill. Pre-formed landing gear Cabane Struts ABS cowl 10 1/2 dia. Brand Name Hardward included: Control Horns, Landing Gear Straps, Screws, Hinges Bolt on wings. (Top and center can remain one unit.) "Full flying rudder"
SPECIFICATIONS
Wingspan: 70¾ in
Wing Area: 2030 sq in
Length: 56 in
Engine 4C: 1.2 to 1.5, G-23 Gas
Items Needed to Complete Kit
Control system:
1pk Gold N Rod 48" #429
1pk Gold N Cable 36" #430
1 16" Oz Du Bro Fuel Tank # 678
2- 5 meter plus 1- 2 meter rolls of covering material (solartex recommended)
1 pr Du Bro 7" Vintage Wheels # 488
1 Decal Set
2 Balsa USA Spandau Gun Kits # G901
This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 08 January, 2008.
