Official Black Horse 2280mm F4U Corsair thread

[Laury415]

Any idea what engine is installed in the Corsair that's pictured in the initial post?

[Alpha]

ltc This Corsair doesn't have wingtip lights, but it certainly has the space to fit a custom set.

I would be very interested to see your contra-R setup in a Corsair!

We're open to ideas on spare covering kits. With these pre-weathered prints, getting a perfect tonal match from the factory may end up being more difficult then just covering it with solid colors and weathering it to blend in with the original surface.

[ltc]

It looks like there are wingtip lights in one of the pictures, but no mention in the manual?

I would like an electric build for this and was thinking 10S. This may allow for a Contrarotating prop setup used on 2m F3A models. 2 22” Contra rotating props with the thrust angle set to zero right thrust would be interesting I think.

I wonder if Motion will offer spare covering kits, like VQWarbirds sometime do, just in case. Otherwise patches or repairs look to be impossible with printed coverings.

I think this is my winter build ...

[DCORSAIR]

Gas for sure,one of those big radials would sound great, I had a Byron F4U Corsair yrs ago and put a Saito 450 radial in it on glow fuel, the sound was awesome and the power was plenty for a 34lb bird, no way could I do electric on a warbird like the Corsair.

[Laury415]

So what's everyone thinking of for a power plant? When planes get this size I prefer gas engines!

[Aros]

I would be snagging this one in a heartbeat if I didn't already have an ESM 89" Corsair that's almost complete and going to take up a massive space in my hangar.

[DCORSAIR]

I got my user name from flying and owning so many Corsairs, haven't had a giant scale Corsair in years, really thinking I need one of these...........

[GWatts44]

This is one beautiful Corsair. My hats of to Motion and BlackHorse. I think I need one of these!

[WrightBrosRC]

I just ordered one. Man, this has been a spendy day!

[Aros]

And it doesn't poop or pee on the carpet!

[Elbee]

1st! WEEEEEEEEE!!! Not that I am excited about giant scale Corsairs or anything.

Whoa!!! Is that gorgeous or what? Looks like the guy in the announcement is walking his pet. Giant Scale and beautiful. Bravo Zulu, Sir. Best, LB

[Alpha]

Reserved

[Aros]

1st! WEEEEEEEEE!!! Not that I am excited about giant scale Corsairs or anything.

[Alpha]

F4U-1D Corsair 2280mm (89.7") Wingspan from Black Horse - Balsa Wood ARF - BHM1000-001

It's finally here, the largest fully sheeted balsa Corsair from Black Horse with a new design, new features, and new covering! The Corsair was designed and operated as a carrier-based aircraft, and entered service in large numbers with the U.S. Navy in late 1944 and early 1945. It quickly became one of the most capable carrier-based fighter-bombers of World War II. Some Japanese pilots regarded it as the most formidable American fighter of World War II and its naval aviators achieved an 11:1 kill ratio.

The model is scaled to approximately 1:5 and attention was paid to a true to original appearance and best flight characteristics. The model can be operated using an electric power system or with an internal combustion engine about 60cc displacement.

Factory Weathered Printing The printing on this model has a realistic weathering complete with rivet and panel line detail that elevates the model to a whole new level of scale appeal. Black Horse really takes it to the next level with their weathered covering. It serves as an acceptable flight-ready finish out of the box, and also provides a good base to help fast-track further DIY paint customizations to suit your preferences.

Full Retractable Landing Gear Aluminum suspension struts on the landing gear absorb rough landings on grass surfaces. The tail landing gear is fully retractable also, replicating the scale articulation. The tail wheel's mechanism hinges and extends just like the real Corsair!

Gas or Electric Power You can choose between gas or electric to power your model depending on your preference. We prefer gas for a model this large, but there's cavernous space for an electric power system on 12s.

High Scale Fidelity Operate one of the largest and most realistic Corsairs on the market. Black Horse updated a variety of aspects of their previous smaller Corsair's design, then upscaled it to this giant!

Large Wingspan The Corsair has an impressive 89.7" wingspan for impressive presence both in the air and on the ground.

Removable Main Wing Easy assembly and intuitive design allows for the main wing to be removed for transport. Durable nylon pin-hinges are used for all flying surfaces, instead of CA hinges.

Scale Flaps The three-stage flaps are iconic and fully functional, with rounded leading edges.

FEATURES:

• All new design
• High level of prefabrication right out of the box
• Lightweight, strong, laser cut balsa and plywood construction
• Rotary 90 degree electric retract gear and CNC suspension metal struts
• Panel lines and details printed directly onto the pre-applied, high quality covering
• Model officially licensed by Northrop Grumman
• Airfoiled tail surfaces
• Pre-drilled hinge mounting holes
• Heavy-duty pin hinges on all control surfaces
• Large easy access fuel tank/battery/servo access hatches with sprung loaded latches
• Painted and detailed cockpit, pilot and interior included
• Fiberglass control horns with ball link connector
• comprehensive control and fitting accessories included
• Two-piece, plug-in wings simplify transportation and assembly
• Fiberglass cowl and glass reinforced landing gear covers/pants
• Mounts for both electric and gas power options included