Pilot-RC 87in (100cc) Pitts Challenger

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Overview

Pilot-RC's first ever biplane! And it could be no other than the classically beautiful Pitts Challenger.

Fear not about long setup times of traditional biplanes, Pilot-RC's innovative and patented systems allow you to have the model completely put together in under 5 minutes, to then unleash the acrobatic and 3D monster that our Pitts.

Features

• NEW! Pilot-RC's first ever biplane! Years of experience poured into a new design
• SPECIAL NEW! Pilot-RC new and patented quick release system for fast wing mounting at the field.
• Special Pilot-RC no screw canopy. Quick release with new security latch design.
• Strong but light, specially developed for precision acrobatic and extreme 3D flying
• Genuine German Oracover (Ultracote) covering
• Highly prefabricated, experienced builders can have air ready in under a day
• Pre-installed hinges (glued and pinned)
• Internally mounted cowling - so no external screws exposed
• Removable wings, wing stut and stabs.
• Laser engraved motor mounting position

Included Hardware

• Complete air frame with all basic accessories (such as carbon fibre main undercarriage, tail-gear assembly and wing-tubes as well as fibreglass control horns and wheel pants)
• Pre-installed hinges and pre-mounted canopy
• Fuel tank and fuel tubing pre-prepared, fuel dot and breather valve
• Wheels, axles and wheel pants
• Pre-prepared pushrods with ball links
• Matching carbon spinner

Required Hardware

Motor: 100-120cc

Servos: 7-8 high torque plus throttle // Uses x1 per aileron (total x4), x1 per elevator and x1 or x2 on rudder

Also requires all the usual accessories such as transmitter, receiver, batteries, powerbox and possibly other small accessories.

Recommended Hardware

Motor: DLE-111 (2-Stroke) | DLE-120 (2-Stroke) | Saito FG-100TS (4-Stroke)

Please note: if your using a Saito FG-100TS 4-Stroke you will require a 26"x10" prop

Servos: Please see MacGregor Hardware Packs below.

MacGregor Hardware Pack 1

• 8 x MacGregor MG7232HV Servo
• 1 x MacGregor MG5921HV Servo
• 6 x Single Aluminium Servo Arm 1.6in
• 2 x Offset Double Aluminium Servo Arm 3.2in
• 4 x Dualsky 1200mm HD Leads
• 2 x Dualsky 600mm HD Leads
• 2 x Dualsky 150mm HD Leads
• 2 x Dualsky 300mm Leads

MacGregor Hardware Pack 2

• 8 x MacGregor MGB6928HV Servo
• 1 x MacGregor MG5921HV Servo
• 6 x Single Aluminium Servo Arm 1.6in
• 2 x Offset Double Aluminium Servo Arm 3.2in
• 4 x Dualsky 1200mm HD Leads
• 2 x Dualsky 600mm HD Leads
• 2 x Dualsky 150mm HD Leads
• 2 x Dualsky 300mm Leads

Also requires all the usual accessories such as transmitter, receiver, propeller, batteries, powerbox and possibly other small accessories.

Specifications

Model:	Pitts Challenger
Wingspan:	87in (2,200mm)
Length:	79in (2,000mm)
Wing area:	2,265sq in (1,465sq cm)
Weight:	13.4kg (29.4lbs)

Video

Pitts Challenger 120cc

This very simple videos shows just how quickly you can put together and then take apart our new Pilot-RC 87" Pitts at the flying field.

Gallery

Schemes List and Replacement Covering Numbers

Our Order Code	Colour Scheme No	Oracover Covering No	Ultracote Covering No
PIL055	01	21-010 21-023 21-033 21-091 21-071	HANU870 HANU866 HANU872 HANU881 HANU874
PIL591	02	21-010 21-023 21-033 21-091 21-071	HANU870 HANU866 HANU872 HANU881 HANU874
PIL592	03	21-033 21-091 21-071	HANU872 HANU881 HANU874
PIL593	04	21-010 21-023 21-052	HANU870 HANU866 HANU885

Note: Due to constant design improvements Pilot RC reserves the right to change and modify design specifications without notice. Pilot's goal is to provide you with the highest performing airframes in the world using the latest technology, building techniques and materials.

Manuals/Downloads

• 100-120cc Pitts Challenger Build Manual