Gator RC Adjustable Height Tail Wheel Assembly – Steerable RC Tailwheel System
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Gator RC Adjustable Height Tail Wheel Assembly
The Gator RC Adjustable Height Tail Wheel Assembly is a durable and lightweight steerable tailwheel system designed for sport, scale, and giant scale RC airplanes. The adjustable design allows builders to fine-tune tail height for improved ground handling, propeller clearance, and scale stance.
Constructed from durable injection molded materials with a steerable tiller arm design, this assembly provides smooth taxi control while remaining lightweight and easy to install. Its compact footprint makes it ideal for many RC airplane applications ranging from everyday sport models to larger gas-powered aircraft.
Features
- Adjustable tailwheel height design
- Steerable tiller arm for improved ground handling
- Lightweight and durable molded construction
- Ideal for sport, scale, and giant scale RC airplanes
- Compact mounting footprint for easy installation
- Affordable replacement or upgrade tailwheel system
- Suitable for glow, gas, and electric RC airplanes
Specifications
- Main Body: 55mm long × 25mm high
- Tiller Length: 40mm
- Wheel Size: 29mm × 10mm
- Adjustable Height Range: 65mm to 90mm from fuselage base to wheel bottom
- Weight: 17 grams (0.60 oz)
- Material: Durable injection molded plastic
Ideal Applications
- Sport RC airplanes
- Scale warbirds
- Giant scale gas airplanes
- Trainer aircraft
- Custom RC airplane builds
- Replacement tailwheel systems
Installation Notes
- Mount securely to reinforced tail section
- Ensure tiller arm linkage moves freely without binding
- Adjust wheel height for proper propeller clearance and ground stance
- Works well with pull-pull or direct rudder steering setups
What’s Included
- Adjustable tail wheel assembly
- Tailwheel bracket
- Steerable tiller arm
- Tailwheel
The Gator RC Adjustable Height Tail Wheel Assembly is an excellent lightweight solution for modelers needing dependable steering performance and adjustable setup flexibility on RC aircraft.
Modeler’s Tips
- For the best ground steering performance, connect the tiller arm directly to the rudder using a lightweight pull-pull cable or steering spring setup.
- Adjust the tailwheel height so the airplane sits level while still maintaining adequate propeller clearance during takeoff and landing.
- A small amount of thread locker on the adjustment set screw can help prevent movement from vibration on gas-powered aircraft.
- Ideal for sport, trainer, warbird, and giant scale RC airplanes needing lightweight tailwheel steering with adjustable geometry.
- Check steering movement before every flight to ensure the spring wire and pivot assembly move freely without binding.
- SKU GRCTWA