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Seagull Models Pietenpol Air Camper replica J3, (ARF)

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SKU: SEA375
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$869.95

Seagull Models Pietenpol Air Camper J3 108" ARF

Enjoy relaxed, scale-style flying with the Seagull Models Pietenpol Air Camper J3. This giant-scale RC airplane combines a 108-inch (274 cm) wingspan with a distinctive parasol-wing outline, detailed cockpit, and a choice of 40–60cc gasoline or equivalent electric power. Plug-in wings make transport and field assembly more manageable.

✈️ About the Air Camper

The Air Camper's appeal is captured by the phrase “low and slow.” This Seagull rendition brings that relaxed character to the flying field with the Pietenpol Air Camper J3 F-PBGT trim scheme and scale details throughout.

Key Features

  • Lightweight balsa and plywood construction with airfoiled tail surfaces.
  • Scale outline and flying characteristics suited to relaxed flying.
  • Operational flaps with linkages for scale performance and appearance.
  • Plug-in wings for convenient assembly, disassembly, and transport.
  • Pietenpol Air Camper J3 F-PBGT trim scheme with Oracover film covering.
  • Detailed cockpit with a lightweight painted pilot figure.
  • Painted fiberglass cowl and wheel pants.
  • Airfoil-shaped aluminum wing struts.
  • Strong scale landing gear with 8.5-inch (21.6 cm) wheels and rubber tires; tires are subject to change.
  • CNC-machined aluminum tail gear and scale aluminum CNC spinner nut.
  • Transparent 16.9 fl oz (500 mL) fuel tank.
  • Power-system installation hardware described in the original listing as suitable for glow or electric configurations; the specified engine range is 40–60cc gasoline or equivalent electric power.
Technical Specifications
Model Seagull Models Pietenpol Air Camper J3, SEA375
Wingspan 108 in (274 cm)
Length 71.5 in (181.5 cm)
Wing Area 1,988 sq in (128.3 sq dm)
Approximate Flying Weight 27.6 lb (12.5 kg)
Power 40–60cc gasoline engine or equivalent electric power
Servos Gas: 6 servos, 2 aileron, 2 elevator, 1 rudder, 1 throttle. Electric: 5 flight-control servos with ESC throttle control.
Minimum Flight-Control Servo Torque 157 oz-in (11.31 kg-cm) at 6.0V or 179 oz-in (12.89 kg-cm) at 7.4V, per the aileron and fuselage servo sections on manual pages 5 and 8. Verify servo fit and use a compatible power supply. No separate throttle torque rating is specified.
Construction / Covering Balsa and plywood / Oracover film
Fuel Tank 16.9 fl oz (500 mL)
What's In The Box
  • Air Camper ARF airframe with plug-in wings and operational flap linkages.
  • Painted fiberglass cowl and wheel pants.
  • Detailed cockpit and painted pilot figure.
  • Aluminum wing struts.
  • Scale landing gear, wheels with rubber tires, and CNC-machined aluminum tail gear.
  • Transparent fuel tank and CNC aluminum spinner nut.
  • Power-system installation hardware as described above.

Sold separately: Power system, radio equipment, servos, batteries, and other completion equipment. Confirm the full requirements in the model manual before selecting components.

Complete Your Build: Gas
Engine Stinger Pro 63cc SE Gas Engine with Stock Muffler
Servos: 6 total
2 aileron • 2 elevator • 1 rudder • 1 throttle 		KingMax KM5325MDHV × 6
Propeller Falcon 24×8 Wood Gas Propeller
Landing Gear / Pilot Fixed landing gear and painted pilot included.
Complete Your Build: Electric
Motor Avian 8075-230Kv Outrunner Brushless Motor (SPMXAM4800)
ESC Avian 120-Amp Brushless Smart ESC, 6S–12S (SPMXAE1120HV)
OR
Castle Creations Phoenix Edge 120 HV, 50.4V, 120-Amp ESC
Battery 12 Cells
Servos: 6 recommended
2 aileron • 2 elevator • 1 rudder • 1 spare; throttle via ESC 		KingMax KM5325MDHV × 6
Propeller With the Avian 8075 Recommended Propeller Range – 22x8 to 26x10 Propeller
Landing Gear / Pilot Fixed landing gear and painted pilot included.

Historical Context

The Pietenpol Air Camper is associated with unhurried “low and slow” flying. Its distinctive parasol-wing layout is central to the aircraft's enduring visual appeal, reflected here in the F-PBGT replica scheme.

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