Gator RC 1.5" (38.1mm) Carbon Fiber Wing Tube & Sleeve – 48" (1220mm)

Heavy-duty 1.5” (38.1mm) carbon fiber wing tube and sleeve for large-scale RC airplanes—stronger, lighter, and more rigid than aluminum alternatives.

Gator RC 1.5" (38.1mm) Carbon Fiber Wing Tube & Sleeve (48" / 1220mm)

This Gator RC 1.5 inch (38.1mm) carbon fiber wing tube and sleeve set is designed for large-scale RC airplanes requiring maximum strength, precision fit, and reduced weight. Built using high-quality cross-weave carbon fiber, this tube provides superior rigidity while minimizing flex under load.

Why Upgrade to Carbon Fiber?

• Significantly lighter than aluminum wing tubes
• Increased strength and rigidity for large aircraft
• Reduces wing flex during high-speed passes and aerobatics
• Improves overall flight stability and structural integrity

Specifications

• Diameter: 1.5" (38.1mm)
• Length: 48" (1220mm)
• Material: Carbon Fiber (Cross-Weave)
• Tube Wall Thickness: 0.033" (0.85mm)
• Sleeve Inner Diameter: 1.54" (39.1mm)
• Sleeve Thickness: 0.020" (0.5mm)
• Weight: 13.9 oz (394g)

Best Applications

• Giant scale RC airplanes (typically 80”–120” wingspan)
• Warbirds, aerobatic, and turbine-powered aircraft
• Replacement or upgrade for aluminum wing tubes

What’s Included

• 1 × Carbon fiber wing tube
• 1 × Matching sleeve/socket

💡 Not Sure If This Is the Right Size?

Wing tubes must match your aircraft’s internal wing sleeve diameter exactly. If you're replacing an existing tube, measure the outer diameter before ordering. Carbon fiber tubes are a popular upgrade over aluminum for reduced weight and improved rigidity.