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THE WORLD MODELS

MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

FACTORY PRE-FABRICATED

ALMOST-READY-TO-FLY (ARF) SERIES

MADE IN CHINA

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Wing Span

Wing Area

Flying Weight

Fuselage Length

70 in / 1780 mm

893 sq in / 57.6 sq dm

10.7 Ibs / 4850 g

67 in / 1580 mm

Warning! This model is not a toy.

Specifications

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.*

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

It is designed for maximum performance.  Please seek advice if one is not familiar with this 

kind of engine powered precision model.  Operating this model without prior preparation may 

cause injuries.  Remember, safety is the most important thing.  Always keep this instruction 

manual at hand for quick reference.

P-47D THUNDERBOLT

Requires: 6-channel radio w/ 7 standard servos

                  and 2 low profile retract servos

1.20 cu. in. displacement 4-stroke

Summary of Contents for P-47D THUNDERBOLT

Page 1: ...fications are subject to change without notice INSTRUCTION MANUAL It is designed for maximum performance Please seek advice if one is not familiar with this kind of engine powered precision model Operating this model without prior preparation may cause injuries Remember safety is the most important thing Always keep this instruction manual at hand for quick reference P 47D THUNDERBOLT Requires 6 c...

Page 2: ...od before gluing to defective parts during assembly Warranty will not cover any parts modified by customer Read through the manual before you begin so you will have an overall idea of what to do Symbols used throughout this instruction manual comprise of the following 1 2 3 P 47D THUNDERBOLT 3mm Do not overlook this symbol Cut off shaded portion Peel off shaded portion covering film Pay close atte...

Page 3: ...pcs WASHER d6xD15mm 4 pcs BLIND NUT M6x15mm 4 pcs ENGINE MOUNT PL5911120 1 set DOWEL Ø7 2x9mm For Firewall 4 pcs 12 FUEL TANK 450cc 1 set BALSA 10x10x113mm For Fuel Tank Position Fixing 1 pc 13 LINKAGE CONNECTOR 2 1mm 1 set 14 THROTTLE PUSHWIRE Ø1 2x430mm 1 pc PLASTIC TUBE d2xd3x200mm 1 pc ENGINE MOUNT ALUMINUM PLATE 1 pc ANTI VIBRATION MOUNT 4C 120 1 set INCLUDE SOCKET HEAD SCREW M4x35mm 4 pcs SC...

Page 4: ... Washer Up Down Please dry fit wing joiner into left and right wing to make sure they fit with the proper dihedral angle mark the wing joiner if necessary Apply epoxy glue to both sides of all surfaces in contact Use a stick to apply the glue to inner side of wing joiner sleeve and apply the glue to wing joiner before putting them together Wing joiner not glued properly will lead to wing failure a...

Page 5: ...ew Completed Lead to retract servo Covering Film 50x80mm Covering Film 50x80mm Lead to flap Aileron servo Fuel Tube Ø6x5mm Clevis PM2x18 20 mm Tri horn 2mm M3x14mm L Ø1mm pilot holes for World Models tri horn are pre drilled Please look for pin hole marks at under side of control surfaces PM2x20mm Pushrod Travel 32mm Pushrod Travel 32mm R L Wheel Down Wheel Down Wheel Up Wheel Up 1mm PWA2x 12mm ...

Page 6: ...rtical Fin Rudder 7 A A A A Stabilizer Main Wing B B B B Temporary install the main wing adjust leveling of the stabilizer to make it as parallel to the main wing as possible C C C C Completed P 5 Completed Pre glued Pre glued ...

Page 7: ... marks at under side of control surfaces Ø1mm pilot holes for World Models tri horn are pre drilled Please look for pin hole marks at under side of control surfaces 1 5mm PA3x12mm 3mm Set Screw Fuel Tube Ø6x5mm Tri horn M3 x 22mm L PM2x25mm Clevis Elevator Pushrod Ø1 8x935mm Bottom View Bottom View Bottom View Tri horn M3 x 22mm L Fuel Tube Ø6x5mm Clevis Rudder Pushrod Ø1 8x1025mm PM2x30mm 70mm 50...

Page 8: ...mm Blind Nut Dowel Ø7 2x9mm Socket Head Screw M6x30mm Engine Mount PL5911120 Install Balsa 10x10x113mm For Fuel Tank Position Fixing Fuel Tank 450cc Apply thread locker to screws Blind nuts are off centered to keep the spinner at the fuselage axis A Inverted mount with Pitts type muffler B Inverted mount for stock muffler installation A B ...

Page 9: ...m Screw KM3x20mm M4 Nylon Insert Lock Nut M4 Nylon Insert Lock Nut M3 Nylon Insert Lock Nut M3 Nylon Insert Lock Nut d4xD12mm Washer Installed Engine Position 152mm 5 98in d4xD12 Washer Throttle Pushwire Ø1 2x430mm Plastic Tube d3xD3x200mm Servo Set 13 3x3mm Set Screw M2 Nut Linkage Connector 1 1 1 2 2mm Washer Throttle Pushwire Please refer to the attached sheet for linkage connector installation...

Page 10: ...vo Pushrod Connector KM2x8mm M2Nut Elevator Pushrod Ø1 8x110mm Fuel Tube Ø6x5mm Balsa 8x8x61mm Straper Rudder Servo Elevator Servo Throttle Servo Plywood 6x67x120mm Receiver Battery Sponge Elevator Pushrod Ø1 8x935mm Rudder Pushrod Ø1 8x1025mm Plastic Tube d3xD3x200mm Throttle Pushwire Ø1 2x430mm Install and arrange the servo as shown in the diagram J1 J2 J1 Pushrod Ø1 8x110mm J2 Pushrod Ø1 8x935m...

Page 11: ...xD6 5mm Apply double sided tape d1 5xD6 5mm Silicon Grommet 1mm Air Scoop Exits 17 Bottom View Bottom View Air Scoop Super Charger Exit Super Charger Exit Intercooler Air Exit Intercooler Air Exit First insert the grommet to the canopy then apply screw PWA2 3x8mm ...

Page 12: ...A Cowling 19 Wing Setting 20 PWA2 6x12mm Screw 4 4 d1 5xD6 5mm Silicon Grommet Oil Cooler Shutter PWA2 6x12mm Silicom Grommet d1 5xD6 5mm 1mm Spinner Nut Ø22mm Bottom View First insert the grommet to the cowling then apply screw Please refer to the attached sheet for usage of the transparent 3D template ...

Page 13: ...ht to the fuselage or move the battery position Check the C G before flying 127mm C G 18mm 18mm Elevator 25mm 25mm Rudder 12mm 12mm Ailerons away from fuselage 35mm Flaps near fuselage Adjust the control throws as shown in the diagram These throws are good for general flying You can adjust according to your personal preference M easure C G with the wheels in retracted position 5 in ...

Page 14: ...glow engine using a more powerful engine does not mean better performance In fact over powered engine may cause severe damage and injuries When Flaps are lowered nose of model will rise The nose up varies with the speed at which the model is flying when you lower the flaps and the extent to which they are lowered Check effect of flaps at higher altitude to avoid surprises during landing You may ap...

Page 15: ...duct news and free upgrade parts when applicable Please fill in the following and send to AirBorne Models 2403 Research Drive Livermore CA 94550 USA 1 Name ______________________________________________ 2 Address ____________________________________________ 3 Phone ____________________ E mail __________________ 4 Model ______________________________________________ Wing QC __________ Fuselage QC _...

Page 16: ...e actual cutting of the pre painted cowling Usage of the transparent 3D template Simply cut the transparent 3D template to fit your engine and exhaust pipe then slide onto the actual cowling and use as template to mark the openings required for final cutting 1 2 3 4 ...

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