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The Passat comes from the makers of the XL 3200 and Elipsoid. It is
designed for thermal flying and is equipped with flaps and ailerons for control and
landing. A little smaller than the Elipsoid but larger than the typical 2 meter sailplane
the Passat has performance and handling in a great combination. The Passat is capable due
to the large and effective flaps to land in a smaller area but will soar quite well in
moderate to light lift.
We particularly like the size because it lends itself to the new smaller Speed 480 sized
brushless motor allowing for great climb on a more modest budget. It comes to you almost
ready to fly ready-built with the wings and tails covered in Oracover, requiring only the
fitting of the T-tail and rudder to the fuselage. All hardware is included and a few short
evenings will have you ready to fly. All surfaces are finished and covered with the
fuselage prepainted in the molded a gel coat white. Note: when you look at the finish and
covering of this model it is really mindboggling. The finish and covering are virtually
perfect. All the seams are straight with all hinges doubled for strength. Very very clean
and well made!
The finished fuselage is a colored, gel-coated fiberglass with a blue gel-coated canopy.
It’s almost ready ready to go! The battery can be accessed through the canopy without
removing the wing! This is the perfect size for you pilots that are looking for an
electric sailplane better in performance to the typical 2 meter sailplane. Still, it will
easily fly in the same sized field...actually a smaller field due to the flaps.
The wings have ailerons on the outer panels and flaps on the inner section for superb
landing control. All surfaces are sanded, covered with Oracover, hinged and completely
finished. The two piece wing is beautiful and has an special curved tip for the maximum in
planform performance. The wings foam sheeted with balsa and internally reinforced for
strength, airfoil integrity and reduced drag. The wing is strong enough for moderate
aerobatics. Servo bays are installed and are ready for the wiring. Handling with the large
ailerons is immediate and very smooth. The T-tail is very effective and stays out of the
way for those grass landings. The Rudder coupled to the ailerons results in a very nicely
coordinated turn and is very efficient for thermaling flights.
The Passat is easily transportable. The wings and tails break down and the whole sailplane
can fit in the original box.
The Passat flies very well. The sailplane is easy to see and will climb in the fairly
moderate lift. The 102" wingspan gives excellent glide performance and the low
wingloading and good airfoil makes this a great choice for a thermal electric sailplane.
The Passat is perfect for sport thermal flying and with the proper motor system and radio
gear it is possible to fly the Passat at a reasonable wingloading for moderate weather
thermal flying or electric competition. With the proper motor system the Passat will
climb fast and steep and definitely has the performance to compete in your typical club
contest. The thermaling ability of the Passat is excellent with a capability to stay up in
moderate lift and still penetrate to find the far off field thermals. The ailerons can be
used in the crow position for increased control on landing and for enhanced glide path
control.
We suggest using either the HS-125MG servos for the wings (2-for flaps and 2 for
ailerons) or you can use the HS-85MG for the flaps and the HS-85bb for ailerons. We
suggest using the HS-85BB for the elevator and rudder. A standard sized receiver will work
just fine. For best performance take a look at our suggested motor systems.
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Medusa Motor System-Lgsail
These Medusa motors are simply awesome. They are as good or better than the Aveox motor
and at a more reasonable price. We are VERY glad we found them! The Medusa MR-028-056-1900
is equivalent to the Aveox 2729/1.5 but a little more efficient and a little more thrust.
Here is what you get: The Medusa MR- 028-056-1900 with Planetary 4.3-1 Gear drive, Phoenix
45 brushless sensorless speed control, 10 cell 1700 CP battery pack, 18 x 11 folding Cam
prop, spinner and hub as well as all connectors and hardware. This will take this machine
skyward at a very rapid rate of climb!
Medusa Motor System-lgsail-lipoly
These Medusa motors are simply awesome. They are as good or better than the Aveox motor
and at a more reasonable price. We are VERY glad we found them! The Medusa MR-028-056-1900
is equivalent to the Aveox 2729/1.5 but a little more efficient and a little more thrust.
Here is what you get: The Medusa MR- 028-056-1900 with Planetary 4.3-1 Gear drive, Phoenix
45 brushless sensorless speed control, 3-cell 3700 mah Li-Poly, 18 x 11folding Cam prop,
spinner and hub as well as all connectors and hardware. This will take this machine
skyward at a very rapid rate of climb! This will produce over 88 ounces of thrust!
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