Building instructions, drawings, questions & answers:
- Click here for the Building Instructions in German
- Click here for the Building Instructions in English
- Click here for the Centre of Gravity Drawing
- Click here for Drawing of Wings / Empennage Drawings
- Click here for Part Location Lookup Table
- Click here for Part Location Lookup Table
- Click here for our FAQ (Frequently asked questions)
- Click here for more photos and videos of the model
- Test report in the trade magazine AUFWIND issue 01-2024
- Forum entries in RC-Network (DE)
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Model characteristics:
- Wingspan: 2770 mm / 109’
- Wing size: 51.24 dm² / 5.51 ft²
- Flying weight: 1400 grams / 49.38 oz.
- Fuselage length: 1241 mm / 48.85’
- Airfoil type: GOE613
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Recommended accessories (not included in the scope of delivery):
- Transmitter with min. 5 channels, suitable are e.g. Futaba T6K, Spektrum DXS, Flysky FS046 i6X (all not available from us)
- Receiver with at least 5 channels (approx. 8 grams), such as FrSKY TFR6 (suitable for Futaba)
- Servos (approx. 10 grams; for elevator, rudder and ailerons) (not available from us)
- Motor from approx. 1000 grams thrust with suitable propeller (not available from us)
- 3s LiPo Battery (not available from us)
- Alternative installation of a tow release and/or spoilers is possible at your own discretion (not included in the building instructions) (all not available from us)
- Superglue (CA), Wood glue, Epoxy glue, Modelling knife, Modelling needles (thin), Cutting board, Light covering film (e.g. ORALIGHT) (all not available from us)
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DFS Weihe 50 model aircraft kit, 1 / 6.5 scale, 2770 mm wingspan, Lasercut wooden kit, GOE613 profile, 1241 mm fuselage length, 1300 g RTF, RC glider model kit, glider to build yourself
This aircraft is a wonderful glider for beautiful hours of flying in the summer twilight (GOE613 profile).
The end result is a decelerating model aeroplane with a guaranteed fun factor. The DFS Weihe 50 has a filigree design and is suitable for slope flying and motorised towing to a limited extent.
