CONCEPT MODELS 6505 Urich Terrace MADISON, WIS. 53719 (608) 848-4108 after 6pm

Dear R/C Modeling Enthusiast,

Thank you for visiting our website. Here are some details about our FLEET kits.

We manufacture two sizes of the same airplane, the 1930 FLEET Model 2. (We no longer produce the.40 size "Barnstormer, Travel Air, or Kraft Super Fli, though plans are still available). Our 1/4 scale FLEET has been in continuous production since 1977.

Both kits are very similar in many respects. The models, structurally, are very scale-like. Wing rib spacing, stabilizer rib shape and spacing, rudder and fin outline and structure, fuselage longeron and cross bracing all are scaled quite accurately from factory drawings and data. This yields a very high strength to weight ratio. Additional plywood and spruce gussets are used where essential. Balsa, spruce, and plywood are the main materials in the airframe. Construction is reminiscent of the old stick and tissue models.

Both kits include all precision band-sawed parts, (no diecutting). Wire Cabane struts and landing gear wires are pre-bent. All necessary balsa and plywood, and all necessary balsa and spruce strips to complete the airframe and all the necessary airframe hardware are included. Full size plans are rolled, and drawn so that replacement components can be cut and built from them. The 1/4 scale FLEET kit includes two 36 x 72 inch plan sheets, and the 1/6 scale FLEET kit, includes one 36 x 72 inch plan.

Complete assembly instructions including numerous photos guide the builder through the assembly, and though construction is very straight forward, There are some unique features designed into the kits. Also included are Three-views of the structure of the full size aircraft along with numerous detail photos and historical background on the FLEET Model 2. (Please refer to other pages on our website.)

Specifications - - - - - - - - - - 1/6 Scale
Wingspan - - - - - - - - - - - - --56"
Wing Area- - - - - - - - - - - - - 890 sq. in.
Length O.A.- - - - - - - - - - - - 44 1/4"
Weight - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6 1/2lb. (elect), 5lb. (4c-.40)


Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - 1/4 Scale
Wingspan - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 84"
Wing Area - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2000 sq. in.
Length O.A. - - - - - - - - - - - - 66 3/8"
Weight - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -20 lb. (Quadra 42), 17 lb. ( Saito 1.20)

The Quarter scale FLEET, when powered with a Quadra 35 is VERY aerobatic, and because of its size and relatively light wing loading, flies rather slow even through aerobatics. Other engines used with great success range from the Saito 1.20- 4cy. Super Tiger 2500, 3000, 4500, O.S. 5 cyl, Zenoah G-38, G-45, U S Engines 41,Quadra42.

The 1/6 scale FLEET was designed specifically for the Astro Geared 40 Sport electric motor powered by 18 cells of 1400 to 1700mah capacity and is a very lively acrobatic performer with flights running consistently around 7 minutes. This model however is easily convertible to .25 -.40-2cy. or preferably .43 -.53-4cy. glow engines. Instructions are included on the plans and the kit includes the necessary conversion parts.

Though dummy cylinders are not included in the kits. Williams Bros. 1/6 and 1/4 scale Wright Whirlwind plastic cylinders available through your favorite Hobby supplier, provide a very realistic representation of the original Kinner engine used on the FLEET Model 2. Cowls in both kits are built up from balsa and plywood components included in the kits, however, if you prefer, both Fiberglas Specialties, and Precision Fiberglas stock cowls for both kits.

Available through your Hobby Dealer or Direct. Please allow 2 - 4 weeks for delivery.

Our Prices Are:
$259.95 For The 1/4 scale Model. (Plus $12.00 Shipping In The United States, International Shipping TO Pay Actual Shipping Costs)

$139.95 For The 1/6 Scale Model. (Plus $9.00 Shipping In The United States, International Shipping TO Pay Actual Shipping Costs)

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