Zlin Z526

[Anthony Scott 2]

I am considering an 81" span Z526 from the Traplet plan & laser cut kit for my winter project. Has any one any knowledge or experience of this model please?

[Woody49]

Hi, I have also recently considered this model. It is a fairly complex /challenging build for both the fuselage and the wing plus the plan includes a design for the mechanical retracts that are needed if you wish to be "true to scale"

I found two blogs that relate to building this model, neither seem to have progressed to completion. I decided that I have too many projects "available" just now so have put it on the back burner.

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I have some further info which I will PM to you but this will take a few days before I get time to scan the info etc.

Regards

Steve

[Woody49]

Sorry, forgot the second blog!

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Steve

[Anthony Scott 2]

Thanks Steve. I, too, found the RCG build blog & it was the concerns raised about the accuracy of the plan which prompted me to post here. I cannot find the wing build in the other blog.

I built the semi-scale version (RC1181) in 1980, powered by a Fox 49 it flew beautifully. I may just scale up that plan by 15%.

I came back to flying several years ago after a long break & am still surprised at the increased engine size commonly used. After all engines are all more powerful than they were 30 years ago.

Thanks again

Tony