Den Moran Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 Hi, everyone! I bought this aircraft at the Much Marcle Show yesterday. It is a tail dragger, and is set up with a fuel tank etc. for i/c. It is in really good condition, and I couldn't resist it as a bargain buy! There wasn't much information about the aircraft at the point of sale (to be fair, I didn't ask!), and there are no obvious trade markings on the aircraft itself. W/s is approx 72” ( or my settee length!). Does any member remember this aircraft, and can they identify it for me, please? It seems to be circa '80s or 90's. Thank you, Den. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brokenenglish Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 Looks like a small Astro-Hog. Link below https://outerzone.co.uk/plan_details.asp?ID=6290 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Garrett 1 Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 Looks like a Flair Astro Hog to me. I built one about 12 years ago. Regards Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Robert Parker Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 Hi Den, I agree it is an Astro Hog. Over the years I had two and both flew very well indeed. My first had an OS 52FS and the second had an RCV 58CD. This my second Hog which I sadly lost earlier this year due to radio problems. I had to fit the throttle servo alongside the engine with RCV engine. I still have a kit in the attic I'll take a look and give you the CoG and control throws. Just had a look at the kit. CoG: 100mm 4" from the leading edge Rudder: 38mm 1 1/2" each way Elevator: 16mm 5/8" each way measure at the widest point Ailerons: Built up Wing: 16mm 5/8" up 9mm 3/8" down Foam Wing: 8mm up 5mm down Engine: .40 - 60 2 stroke, 60 - 80 four stroke Hope this helps Regards Robert Edited By Robert Parker on 02/09/2018 09:05:07 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 As has been said, it's an AstroHog and an OS46AX or similar size motor will bolt straight into that if it's the one I think it is. The patch on the right wing looks familiar. Edited By Bob Cotsford on 02/09/2018 10:15:23 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Den Moran Posted September 2, 2018 Author Share Posted September 2, 2018 Thanks for the detailed help, and descriptions, everybody. I've started to get it ready for flight, and hope to get it in the air next weekend. I have a converted 2 stroke to 4 stroke .60 that'll fit the space neatly, or an Irvine 46. Great pics as well, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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