Cessna Bird Dog Chickenman 1-3,5 ARF 3,10 m 70-125 cc - Seagull

A radio-controlled plane inspired by the Cessna O-1 Bird Dog

A reproduction of a military observation aircraft

The Cessna O-1 Bird Dog, also designated L-19, is a light American aircraft used for observation, reconnaissance, and liaison missions.

Used notably during the Korean and Vietnam wars, it is distinguished by its high wing, conventional landing gear, and good visibility from the cockpit.

With its olive green livery and U.S. Army markings, the Seagull Chickenman replicates the appearance of this military aircraft.

The reproduction includes a detailed cockpit with seats and instruments, an opening door, transparent windows, a removable antenna, and dummy marking rockets.

An ARF wooden construction designed for large wingspans

A pre-assembled balsa and plywood structure

This ARF (Almost Ready to Fly) kit features a pre-assembled and covered fuselage, wings, and tail with Oracover film.

The laser-cut balsa and plywood structure combines rigidity and weight control.

The fiberglass engine cowl is delivered painted, while the hinges are pre-installed.

The removable wings, their carbon joiner tubes, and the aluminum profiled struts facilitate the assembly and transport of this large RC plane.

Functional equipment and scale finishes

The SEA385CM features functional flaps to adapt approaches and landings.

Its control surfaces have surface details replicating those of the original aircraft. The carbon main landing gear, CNC machined aluminum hub wheels, and tail wheel complete the equipment.

A LED navigation and landing light system is also provided to enhance the model's realism on the ground and in flight.

What engine to choose for the Cessna Bird Dog Chickenman?

A 70 to 125 cc gas RC plane

Seagull recommends a 70 to 125 cc gas engine for this semi-scale model.

With its 3,100 mm wingspan, 2,158 mm length, and announced flight-ready weight of about 16.5 kg, the Bird Dog is aimed at experienced and advanced intermediate pilots.

Piloting requires a programmable radio control with at least 8 channels and 8 digital servos.

The functions include ailerons, elevator, rudder, throttle, and flaps.

What does the Seagull SEA385CM kit contain?

The box includes the main pre-assembled and covered airframe elements, painted engine cowl, landing gear components, struts, joiner tubes, windows, cockpit accessories, dummy rockets, LED lighting system, a 700 ml tank, hardware, and assembly instructions.

The engine, propeller, radio control, receiver, servos, and their power supplies are to be provided separately.

This Cessna Bird Dog Chickenman ARF thus serves as a base for modelers wishing to customize their propulsion and control equipment.

• Superb semi-scale model with a 3.1m wingspan
• For intermediate and advanced level pilots.
• Light and rigid structure made of high-quality laser-cut balsa and plywood.
• Genuine ORACOVER covering.
• Two-part wing for easy transport.
• 700ml fuel tank included.
• 6-inch wheels with aluminum hub included.
• Carbon landing gear.
• Scale aluminum spinner included.
• Ball joint linkages.
• Opening door for access to the detailed cockpit with pilot seat, dashboard.
• Functional flaps for realistic low-speed flights.
• Profiled tail for better efficiency and appearance.
• Lighting system included.

Characteristics:

• Wingspan: 3.1m
• Length: 2.15m