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Giant Scale RC Warbird ARFs!Huge, Highly Detailed, Quality ARF's... Giant Scale RC Warbirds used to be reserved for those with the desire, skill, and time to build and sculpt their pride and joy from the ground up via a kit or set of plans. Thanks to the increasing quality of today's ARF's, those of us without the time or desire to accomplish such a feet can assemble a bird to nearly the same detail and quality. The following are a few of the more popular Giant Scale RC Warbird ARFs. Since you are digging for all the info you can get before making such a purchase, I have included links to product reviews to help you with your decision. Advanced Scale Models ASMAdvanced Scale Models ASM is a very reputable manufacturer of giant scale airplanes known for their blow-molded ABS plastic fuselages. They also have their own line of retracts and other accessories costume designed for their airplanes. ASM P-61 Black Widow ARF 46
The infamous twin-boom twin-engine P-61 Black Widow was the first warbird to utilized radar for hunting and destroying enemy aircraft under the cover of darkness during WWII. Advanced Scale Models makes a very nice
Giant scale ARF version of this WWII night-fighter
If you're looking for a bad-ass giant scale RC warbird that's a cinch to assembly, look no further. With factory painted blow-molded fuselage and cowlings along with factory built and covered wing, there is little work required for getting this bad boy airborne! This bird comes with all the required engine mounts, fuel tank and hardware to mount a pair of 52 to 61 two-stroke engines. However, many people have used a set of brushless motors to propel this bird as Les Marriner has in his review of the Advanced Scale Models P-61 Black Widow. The stock fixed landing gear is very sturdy consisting of 13/64 spring steel legs with a built in coil. ASM also manufacturers
scale air-retractable landing gear
The Douglas A-26 Invader was arguably the best designed twin-engine attack bomber of all time serving in World War 2, the Korean War, and even served Vietnam. ASM's beautiful scale version of this animal is IMAA legal with its huge 92" wingspan. The
ASM A-26 Invader
The choice of power for this giant scale RC warbird is completely up to you. A pair of 52 size two-stroke or 70 size four-stroke glow engines will do the trick. Or a couple of
KMS 4120/05 brushless motors
The covering job is beautiful. Robart type hinges are preinstalled so you don't have to bother will tedious alignment of the control surfaces. Blind nuts are preinstalled in the firewall. This ARF has all the fine touches! I have only heard good things about this giant scale RC warbird. Don't take my word for it, check out these threads:
ASM F7F Tigercat Twin ARF Airplane
Looking for a unique giant scale RC warbird? When's the last time you saw an F7F Tigercat at the local flying field! The Grumman F7F Tiger cat was U.S. Navy's first twin-engine fighter and was also the first with a tricycle landing gear. This giant 82" wide beast can be powered by a set of 52-61 two-strokes, 70-91 four-strokes, or a pair of brushless motors.
ASM's F7F Tigercat
This giant scale RC warbird also has working retract doors for the
optional F7F Tigercat retracts
Black Horse Models BHBlack Horse Models is another very popular manufacture of giant scale ARF's. All BH models are prebuilt and covered with Oracover. All you really have to do is add your engine/motor and radio equipment and you're ready to fly.
BH Models T-28 Trojan 120 ARF w/Retracts (20-23cc Gas)Not to be confused with ParkZone's foam T-28's which are taking over the world... Seems like everybody has one of those, including me... The
BH Models T-28 Trojan 120
This giant scale RC warbird is designed for 20-23cc gasoline or 120-size glow engine. It includes working flaps, a pull-pull rudder control system, and even air retracts! Model Airplane News gave this bird a great review in the October 2009 issue. For more feedback and pictures check out these threads:
BH Models AT-6 Texan 120 ARF w/Retracts (20-23cc Gas)
I'm sure you've seen a few AT-6 Texan around the field, after all it was the most extensively used military trainer in history!
But how many have you seen with a giant 82-1/4" wingspan?
This giant scale RC warbird is decked out with flaps, pre-installed painted pilot, pull-pull rudder, dual elevator setup, aluminum wing joiner, detailed painted fiberglass cowling and steerable tail wheel! Either a 20cc gasoline engine, 120 size two-stroke, or 180 size four-stroke is needed to pull her through the air. I haven't been able to locate any reviews of this giant scale RC warbird. If you know of one send me the link and I will post it.
This Canadian built military trainer replaced the RAFC's dated Tiger Moth and will always have a special place in the heart of aviation buffs. Don't confuse
BH Model's 45-55cc size Chipmunk
This giant scale "Chippie" can be powered by either a 45 to 50cc gasoline engine. If you're looking for your first giant scale RC warbird, this docile giant would probably be a good choice. Since she was only recently released, I haven't been able to locate any reviews on this airplane. If you run upon any reviews please let me know and I will post it. If she's anything like her 61-size predecessor I'm sure she won't disappoint. You may want to keep an eye on this RC Groups BH Models Chipmunk thread as it unfolds. Top FliteIf you're looking into buying a Giant Scale Warbird, I'm fairly certain you're familiar with Top Flite. Probably the most well know manufacturer of RC airplanes and accessories in the world... Top Flite B-25J Mitchell Bomber GE ARF .46-.50,88.5"
The world's most heavily armed airplane of World War 11, the B-25J Mitchell Bomber, is known for being the first airplane to bomb the homeland of Japan during the war. Unfortunately this monster is also well known for crashing into the Empire State building back in 1945. Top Flite calls their 88.5" wingspan version
"The most detailed B-25 ARF ever — inside and out!"
This bird is detailed all the way down to the metal pushrods on the included replica engine! Although it comes with fixed landing gear, this bird has fully functional fiberglass landing gear doors should you decide to install the optional Robart Retracts. A set of 46-50 size two-strokes, or 70 size four-strokes glow engines will be needed to pull her through the air. Kevin used a pair of Electrifly Rimfire brushless outrunner motors (42-60-480kv) in his RC Groups Review listed below. For more details, pictures, and opinions of this giant scale RC warbird check out the reviews below.
Top Flite Giant P-51D Mustang ARF 2.1-2.8,84.5"
Top Flites Gold Edition P-51 kit has as been a top choice for P-51 fanatics for quite some time. But it wasn't until recently that Top Flite unveiled its ARF version of the most recognized warbird of all time! The
Top Flite Giant P-51D Mustang ARF
It's a snap to upgrade from fixed to retractable gear as the mounting bolt pattern for both is the same! She can be powered with a 46 size two-stroke or 41-70CC gasoline engine. See RCU's Top Flite Giant P-51D Mustang Review for more detailed pictures and information. Great Planes Model Manufacturing CompanyGreat Planes PT-17 Military Stearman ARF .91-1.2,71.5"
The PT-17 Stearman military trainer is another one of those classic warbirds that have a special place in the heart of every aviator. If you're looking for a huge detailed scale version of this historic bird that can be put together in under 12-15 hours, look no further!
Great Planes PT-17 ARF giant scale bi-plane
Attention is given to the finest detail ranging from the scale-shaped landing gear, rivet decals, and easily installed plastic replica radio engine. Like most Great Planes Products, this is a great quality ARF. The only complaint I've heard about is loose covering that may have to be ironed out, no biggy. See the reviews below for more details, pictures, and information.
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