Additional Items Required; Power System; Radio Control System; Z-Bend Pliers - GREAT PLANES RIFLE1m Instruction Manual

blow back into your eyes. Always wear safety goggles, a
particle mask and rubber gloves when grinding, drilling and
sanding fi berglass parts. Vacuum the parts and the work
area thoroughly after working with fi berglass parts.
We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality,
thoroughly-tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the
quality and fl yability of your fi nished model depends on how
you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the
performance of your completed model, and no representa-
tions are expressed or implied as to the performance or
safety of your completed model.
NOTE: Some technically-minded modelers who wish to
check the wing, stab and motor thrust angles may do so by
visiting the web site at www.greatplanes.com and clicking
on "Technical Data."
Remember: Take your time and follow the instructions
to end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

Power System

Two power setups are recommended for the Rifl e 1M; a
speed setup and a sport setup. Simply, the speed setup
will get you approximately 130mph and the sport setup will
get you approximately 100mph. If you're all about speed,
then you've already made your decision! But for those who
may be unsure, the beauty of the sport setup is that the
1M will still have that thrilling "zip," but will be less powerful
and lighter—making it natural to fl y and land slower and
closer and perform conventional aerobatics such as loops,
rolls and inverted circuits almost the same as a "regular"
plane. Conveniently, the only difference between the two
setups is the propeller and battery, so when you're ready
to step up all you'll have to do is mount a new prop, slip in
a different battery and recheck the C.G.! Following are the
recommended power components for each:
SPEED setup
3S 2200mAh 30C
BATTERY
LiPo (GPMP0861)
APC 4.5 x4.1
PROPELLER
(APCQ4840)
28–45– 3600 Ammo Brushless
MOTOR
Castle Creations Ice Lite 50
ESC*
*Note: The Castle Creations Ice Lite 50 features in-
fl ight data logging. To take advantage of Data Logging
and view important information such as current, Watts,
RPM, etc., the Castle Link USB Programming Kit is
also required (CSEM9999).
See page 18 for discussion and more data about
these two setups including Watts, current, fl ight time,
propellers options, etc.
SPORT setup
2S 2200mAh 30C
LiPo (FPWP6197)
APC 5.25x 6.25
(APCQ4096)
Inrunner (GPMG5220)
(CSEM6900)

Radio Control System

To take full advantage of the dual aileron servos, a 5-channel
programmable radio is required. It will let you operate the
aileron servos separately as ailerons, and together as
"spoilerons" to aid in landing. You could also use a regular,
non-programmable 4-channel radio and link the aileron
servos with a Y-connector, but spoilerons will not be available.
Three micro servos in the 20 oz-in [1.5 kg-cm] torque range
are also required. Futaba digital, metal gear S3156 servos
(FUTM0656) could be considered slightly overkill, at 28 oz-in
[2.0 kg-cm] torque. But their durability has been proven in this
type of plane and will give you peace of mind. Metal gears aren't
absolutely necessary, however. Futaba S3157 digital servos
(FUTM0657) or S3117 servos (FUTM0417) are also suitable.

Z-Bend Pliers

In addition to the list of tools and building supplies listed below,
we wanted to specifi cally note that Z-bend pliers (HCAR2000)
will be required to make the aileron pushrods. A length of
straight wire is included, but the wires must be cut to length
and Z-bends made on both ends. Don't skimp on this important
tool which is a "must-have" for your hobby work bench anyway.

Tools and Building Supplies

Other than ordinary hobby tools, the following items were
used to assemble the Rifl e 1M as illustrated in this manual:
❍ Zap Goo (for gluing in servos) (PAAR3200)
❍ Electrical solder, soldering iron
❍ Great Planes 3/16" heat shrink tubing (GPMM1056)
❍ Du-Bro 1/8" [3mm] double-sided foam mounting tape
(DUBQ3551)
❍ Deans
®
Ultra Plug
❍ 30-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6043)
❍ (2) 6" [150mm] servo extensions for aileron servos to
receiver (FUTM4506 for Futaba)
❍ Spare propellers (See page 19 for more about
propellers)
OPTIONAL: M3 x 5 button-head motor mounting screws (to
upgrade the M3 x 5 Phillips screws included with the Ammo
motor) (HPIC3250). If button-head screws are used, a
quality, 2.0mm Allen hex driver such as a Duratrax Ultimate
Hex Driver (DTXR0289) is also recommended.
3
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Male connector (WSDM1302)