Decisions You Must Make; Radio Equipment; Transmitter; Receiver - GREAT PLANES Curtiss P-6E Hawk Instruction Manual

unsafe or unfl yable model. In a few cases the instructions may
differ slightly from the photos. In those instances the written
instructions should be considered as correct.
3. You must take time to build straight, true and strong.
4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in fi rst-class
condition, and a correctly sized engine and components (fuel
tank, wheels, etc.) throughout the building process.
5. You must correctly install all R/C and other components so
that the model operates correctly on the ground and in the air.
6. You must check the operation of the model before every
fl ight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the
model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check
clevises or other connectors often and replace them if they
show any signs of wear or fatigue.
7. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not fl own this type
of model before, we recommend that you get the assistance
of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your fi rst fl ights.
If you're not a member of a club, your local hobby shop has
information about clubs in your area whose membership
includes experienced pilots.
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.
REMEMBER: Take your time and follow the instructions
to end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.

DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE

This is a partial list of items required to fi nish the "Curtiss P-6E
Hawk" that may require planning or decision making before
starting to build.

Radio Equipment

❍ A 4-channel radio system with four micro servos and
receiver are required for this plane.
The servos and receiver shown in the manual are Futaba®
S3115 Servos (FUTM0415) and the Futaba R617FS FASST
2.4 GHz receiver (FUTL7627)

Transmitter

❍ 4-channel radio (minimum)

Receiver

❍ R617FS FASST 2.4 GHz receiver [FUTL7627]
❍ (4) Futaba® S3115 Servos [FUTM0415] [39 oz-in (2.8
kg-cm) @ 4.8V of torque]

Connectors

❍ (1) "Y" harness [FUTM4135]
❍ (2) 9" extensions [FUTM3910]

Motor Recommendations

The Curtiss P-6E Hawk EP ARF comes with a mounting box
for the Great Planes RimFire brushless out-runner motor. The
motor has been tested with this plane and works well.
❍ Great Planes RimFire .32 (42-50-800) Brushless Out-
runner Motor [GPMG4700]

Electronic Speed Control

A brushless ESC (electronic speed control) is required for
the recommended motor set-up. We recommend using the
❍ Great Planes Silver Series SS-45A Brushless ESC
[GPMM1840].
For our testing we used and recommend the
❍ APC 13 x 6.5 propeller. (APCQ3065)

Flight Battery

We recommend the
❍ Great Planes Power Series™ LiPo 2200mAh, 11.1V,
30C battery (GPMP0861)
OR
❍ Flight Power 2200mAh 11.1V (FPWP6198)

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

Required Adhesives & Building Supplies
This is the list of adhesives and building supplies required to
fi nish the Curtiss P-6E Hawk EP ARF. Order numbers are
provided in parentheses.
❍ 1/2 oz. [15g] Thin Pro CA (GPMR6001)
❍ 1/2 oz. [15g] Medium Pro CA+ (GPMR6007)
❍ Pro 30-minute epoxy (GPMR6047)
❍ Denatured alcohol (for epoxy clean up)
❍ Drill bits: 1/16" [1.6mm], 5/64" [2mm], 3/32" [2.5mm]
❍ #1 Hobby knife (HCAR0105)
❍ #11 blades (5-pack, HCAR0211)
❍ Small T-pins (100, HCAR5100)
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Servos

Propeller