Maricardo / Carlo de Felice ~ RC 56" Sports model ~ Laser-cut Balsa Wing RIB SET

Model aircraft

£42.00

'Maricardo' Laser-cut Rib Set

 Note: This set is not a complete kit. A plan is not included, and additional materials are required to complete the model.

These are for the original plan designed by Carlo de Felice in the November 1971 issue of Radio Modeller.

A classic mid-wing sportster with great looks and performance for all to admire. These ribs will also fit the re-modelled 2004 version.

Model Specification:

  • From:                    Radio Modeller - November 1971

  • Design:                 Carlo de Felice

  • Type:                     RC Shoulder wing Sports model 3-channel

  • Wing Span:          56 in

  • Wing Area:           600 sq. in.

  • AUW:                     5.5-6 lb.     

  • Engine:                 .35 to .40 two stroke

What's in the box: (26 laser-cut ribs in hand-selected balsa)

  • 24 wing ribs laser-cut from quality 2.4mm balsa

  • 2 wing braces cut from 3.0mm lite ply

  • Ribs are cut with vent holes to alleviate ballooning when film covering.

  • No plan included - This is not a complete kit

The plan for this model can be purchased via this direct link:

Plans are available for this model from Derick Scott @ https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/flyer21uk

Check out our eBay shop to view all model categories at: www.ebay.co.uk/str/skyhighrc   

Price includes FREE 1st Class P&P (UK only / not signed for).

Please read the rest of the description below carefully as this is not a complete kit.

  • The box contains laser-cut ribs/parts only.

  • This is not a complete model kit.

  • Additional materials will be required to complete the model.

  • All photos are for illustration purposes only.

  • Photo 2 of laser-cut parts (blue background) shows exactly what you will receive in the box

  • For clarity, the picture shows ribs for one wing only.

  • Building plans are not included

  • Plans can be obtained from https://model-plans.co.uk/

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