VQ Models Yak-9 Soviet 59.8″ ARF (EP/GP)

Description

Yak-9 Soviet 59.8″ ARF (EP/GP)

Features:
Fully Covered In Weathered Detail
All Balsa And Lite-Ply Construction
Fibreglass Cowling
Hand Painted Pilot
Control Surfaces Pre-Hinged And Installed
Includes:
Wheels
Servo Trays
Engine Mounts
Fuel Tank
Fibreglass Cowling
Spinner
Decals And All Hardware
Pilot Bust
Does not include: Radio, Motor, Glue, and Silicone Fuel Line

Specifications:
Wingspan: 1520mm (59.8in)
Fuselage Length: 1237mm (48.7in)
Weight (Ready to fly): 2.7kg- 2.9 kg
Engine: .46-50 (2 stroke) / .70 (4 stroke)
Radio: 5 channels, 6 servos
Electric Motor: TBC
Battery: 3700 – 14.8V

Aircraft History:
From fall of 1942 Yak-9 fighter were in action on all fronts of the Soviet – Germany war. Yak-9 fighter were in service with the Soviet Air Force and Free French “Normandia-Neman” regiment. During 1942-1945 the fighter was produced in great numbers.

Many Soviet aces with their Yak-9 aircraft have beaten the Nazis. Among them were distinguished pilot twice Hero of the Soviet Union: A.Vorozheikin (52 victories), A Koldunov (46 victories), and French Pilot, Hero of the Soviet Union M. Albert (23 victories).

In total 15.470 Yak-9 fighters in 15 types and modifications were built