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Graupner 9913 WP Viper Jet

The VIPER JET is an ideal trainer model for every ambitious jet pilot. Learn to handle a jet powered model, which will even forgive you an occasional small error. The model in ARF design is pre-covered; the GRP and ABS parts are already painted. Getting the model ready to fly requires only a few minor gluing tasks, such as installing the controller, impeller, undercarriage, servos, and receiver in the model. The model can be equipped with an optional electric retractable undercarriage (accessory). The small parts, such as GRP control horns, control linkage, screws, rigid undercarriage, and wheels are included in the kit. The air intake and the thrust tube are constructed of high-quality GRP parts
ARF model in wood construction
Sophisticated, imaginative paint scheme.
Ailerons, rudder, and elevators with locking system.
GRP control horns and hinges for the locking mechanisms.
CRP and aluminium connector tubes for wings and tailplane.
Impact-resistant plastic fittings
Laminated GRP air intake
Cockpit canopy with magnetic closure.

Info
The original The original Viper Jet MK II is a single-engine, two-seater, jet aircraft that is available in a kit. The aircraft is powered by a General Electric J85 Turbine. The maiden flight was in October 1999 and was closed to the public. The Viper MK II was shown officially for the first time at Air- Venture in Oshkosh.

The model
The model is an ARF kit for impellers with a diameter of 90 mm and 6 LiPo cells and can reach a speed of about 130 km/h!!! Battery change is quick and uncomplicated, thanks to the generously designed cockpit canopy with magnetic closure. The VIPER can be equipped with a sturdy electric retractable undercarriage (accessory) with trailing-link, shock-absorbing, aluminium undercarriage legs. With its working landing flaps, the model is very slow and docile in landing configuration; thus facilitating perfect, soft landings. With these characteristics, it delivers a superlative flight experience usually reserved only for models with greater wingspan.
Extremely docile and balanced flight characteristics
Very good, precise aerobatic characteristics
Flight speed with 6 S LiPo about 130 km/h
Very good flight position recognition thanks to the strikingly imaginative paint scheme
Nicely accessible opening on the bottom of the fuselage for installation andservicing of the impeller engine

RC functions:
- Rudder
- Elevators
- Ailerons
- Airbrakes
- Rpm control
- Bow landing gear
- Retractable undercarriage (accessory)
- Specification
- Tailplane section: NACA 009
- All- up weight, approx.: 4100 g
- Total surface area, approx. : 41,42 dm²
- Wing section : RG 15
- Overall length, approx.: 1360 mm
- Wingspan approx.: 1420 mm
- Wing loading : 98.9 g/dm²
- Overall height approx.: 600 mm