Description

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Sharknado is the ultimate foamboard speed plane, posting an unprecedented 175 mph on September 14, 2019 to become the world’s fastest foamboard airplane.

Featuring a streamlined bolt-on wing and ample room for two 6s 1250 mah batteries, Sharknado is a straightforward speed plane that provides the full racing experience for a fraction of the cost of a full composite airframe.

Kit features all of the necessary plywood parts, wing mounting hardware, and foamboard components.

See the build/development thread for full details and free plans.

Specs:

Wing Span             40 inches

Length                    40 inches

Center of Gravity 1.5 inches aft of wing root LE

Wing Area             356 square inches

All Up Weight       54.6 ounces

Wing Loading       22.1 oz / sq. ft.

Recommended equipment:

6 channel rx
150A esc minimum, rated for cell count desired (3-6s) – requires 200A continuous rating for 6s operation
External UBEC, 5A minimum
2s 400-500 20C lipo for rx/servo power
Leopard 3674-2650 or equivalent such as Neu/Castle 1515 up to GoolRC 4074-2250
APC 6.5×6.5 prop (7×10 for 40mm inrunner)
5x Towerpro MG90 metal gear servos
Transmitter capable of dual aileron mixing/crow
4s 2200 30C – 6s 2500 70C lipo for motor, 2s 500 for RX power
42mm Graupner Precision Spinner

Flight demo: