The Fi-156 was created as a reconnaissance, liaison and air-ambulance aircraft in 1936 by Dr. Gerhard Fieseler. This unique airplane’s legs, struts and windows stuck out everywhere, and its landing gear hung down, looking very much like a long-legged, big-winged bird,so it was given the nickname “Storch” (the German word for stork).
Virtually nothing about a Storch is streamlined. It was a purpose-built, short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft which, with a bit of headwind, could become airborne in less than 200 feet, and when its low landing speed was combined with a strong headwind, the Storch appeared to land vertically, and sometimes looked like it was flying backwards.
This kit is an updated version of an earlier version. The improvements over the original are improved undercarriage and strut attachments, improved pushrod system, 3 layer tailplane construction for added strength, and improved scale detail. This model captures the very essence of the Fieseler Fi 156 Storch with its solid yet lightweight framework structure as per the full-size aircraft but is built from balsa and hardwoods and includes a molded plastic cowl and rear screen. Also supplied are a pair of scale aircraft wheels, carbon tube wing spars, and joiners plus a comprehensive hardware pack that includes nuts, bolts, control horns, rods, and connectors, etc.
The Fieseler Storch has been designed to use a 28mm brushless outrunner motor with 300~400 watts of power or it can be modified to take an equivalent nitro engine. The leading edge slats can be fixed for a simpler set up or they can be working with a servo on each. The flaps also could be fixed for a simpler set up but this model comes into its own with working flaps. So if you have working slats and flaps plus the ailerons you will require 6 x 9~10g micro servos for the wings then 2 x 9~10g or similar for the rudder and elevator.
Overall this is a fantastic kit and due to its ease of construction, it is perfect for the seasoned builder or those with limited building experience. Once finished in an authentic color scheme, and with the addition of scale accessories such as a pilot and instrument panel, this scale looking Fieseler Storch will look the part and turn heads when performing low, slow passes and STOL take-offs and landings at your local flying field.
Features:
- Laser cut parts for accuracy and ease of construction
- Carbon spars and wing tubes
- Molded plastic cowl and rear screen
- Scale looking and functional landing gear
- Authentic working slats and flaps
- Comprehensive hardware pack
Specifications:
- Wingspan: 1600mm (63")
- Fuselage Length: 1000mm (40")
- Flying Weight: 1.6~1.8Kg approx (will depend on power train chosen)
- Motor: 2836~2840 (300~400 watt) brushless outrunner motor or nitro equivalent
- ESC: 30~50A suitable for up to 4S Lipo battery
- Propeller: 10" or larger depending on power train chosen
- Battery: 2200~2800mah 3~4S Lipo battery
Recommended Parts:
Motor: 2814-2820 KV800-1000
Propeller: 10-12 Inch propeller
ESC: 40A
Servo: 9g *8, (See all RedwingRC Servos)
Battery: 4S 14.8V 2200mAh-2800mAh, (see all RedwingRC batteries/chargers)
Radio: Min 6ch Transmitter and Receiver
Note:
KIT version does not included any electronic device.
Glue is not included.
English Manual, Click Here
Optional Versions Include (make selection with drop down above):
S2101=Balsa KIT only
S2101B=KIT+6M Flim (4M Green+2M Silver）
S2104=KIT+Motor(2817 900KV)+ESC(40A ZTW+3.5mm Banana Female Plug+XT60 Plug)+Servo(9g*8)
S2104B=KIT+Motor+ESC+Servo+6M Film
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