Radio-controlled Focke Wulf 190 GP-EP 2.60m Thermal Plane

Technical specifications

The BH178 V2 is a very large giant warbird designed by Black Horse Models:

• Wingspan: 2,600 mm (102.4 inches)
• Length: 2,230 mm
• Wing area: 117 dm²
• Flying weight: approximately 15 kg
• Wing loading: 128.2 g/dm²
• Airfoil: NACA
• Retractable pneumatic landing gear with shock-absorbing legs included
• Functional flaps included
• Approximate scale: 1/4
• Servo mounts: 42mm x 21mm.
• Balsa and plywood structure laser-cut
• ORACOVER covering

New electric retractable landing gear included, much simpler to install than the old pneumatic version

Flight qualities

Feedback from pilots on specialized forums is generally positive:

• Considered light for its size.
• Stable flight characteristics.
• Good stability.
• Relatively easy landings despite the wingspan.
• Capable of performing classic warbird maneuvers realistically.

A pilot on RC Groups specifically mentions that the plane is "very light for its size" compared to other giant FW 190s on the market.

Scale details

The original details include:

• Electric/pneumatic retractable landing gear.
• Functional flaps.
• Detailed cockpit.
• Painted canopy.
• Dummy machine guns.
• Factory-applied military decoration.
• Engine cowling replicating the radial engine of the real FW 190.

Distinguishing features of the V2 version

The V2 is generally seen as an evolution of the first series with:

• Improved finish.
• Reinforced structure at certain points.
• Optimized compatibility with modern large gasoline engines.
• Simplified installation of radio equipment and retractable landing gear.

Recommended power setups

The model is designed to accommodate multiple configurations:

Required Elements for Glow Power:

• Programmable 7-8 channel radio
• 9 standard size servos with 10 to 13kg/cm torque
• 120cc 2-stroke gasoline engine
• 2 RX batteries
• 28x10 propeller

Required Elements for Electric Power:

• Programmable 7-8 channel radio
• 8 standard size servos with 10 to 13kg/cm torque
• 185Kv Brushless motor
• 120A Brushless ESC
• 2 RX batteries
• 27x10 propeller
• 2 Li-Po 6S 6000mAh batteries

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