1/4 scale Nieuport 17 – Balsa USA Kitset

This auction also includes a fibreglass Dummy Engine The Balsa USA kitsets are quality and comprehensive kitsets and generally only available by importing from the USA. The NZD value of this kit is $950 without the cost of freight from overseas. Pick up is from Pukekohe in Franklin Freight (at buyers’ risk and cost) can be arranged. Machine gun kits not included Specifications Type French built ¼ Scale WW-I Sesquiplane fighter. Wingspan Top 80 Inches (12-5/8” cord) Wingspan Bottom 74-3/4 Inches Bottom (7-9/16” cord) Wing Area 1575 Square Inches total. Airfoil flat bottom Wing Loading 1720 Oz. / Sq. Foot Fuselage Length 61 Inches. Flying Weight 12 to 14 Pounds Engine Size Gasoline 20 ~ 25 / 1.20 4-stroke glow Prop Size Depends on engine being used (18-6 recommend for G-23) Fuel Tank 1624 Oz. (compatible with fuel requirements of engine) Radio Equipment 4-Channel W/ 5 servos min. Servo Requirements High torque 60~70 In. / Oz. Wheel Size 6-5/8 vintage (Not included in kit) Cowl Diameter 9-1/2” Scale Prop 22-1/2”

Model Features Balsa, Bass, and Ply construction Two removable “1-piece” Bolt on Wings “Full Flying” rudder

Kit Includes Full-Size plans W/ photo instruction book. Jig & die cut parts Pre-bent wire landing gear and struts W/ hardwood fairings Basic hardware package ABS plastic cowl.

Items Needed to Complete Control system (push rod type or pull / pull cable system suitable for a model of this size) Fuel System (fuel tank & fuel lines) compatible with the fuel requirements of engine being used. Covering (2) 5-meter rolls Required (1) pair 6-5/8 Vintage Wheels