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Almost Ready-to-Fly .46-.81/EP Sport Plane
Mid-size ease, big-time performance.
- Wide sport flying envelope, from gentle to "racer" fast and responsive.
- Goes together quickly, with painted fiberglass parts and a 2-piece wing.
- Excels at rolls, snaps, spins and other sport aerobatics using glow or electric power.
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Instructions and mounting parts are included for installing a 2-stroke or 4-stroke glow engine or a brushless electric power system. Use whichever you prefer – no modifications are necessary. Electric mount (GPMG1255) sold separately.
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Remove the Shoestring's hatch and you'll find plenty of room inside the fuselage for easily installing your on-board equipment.
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The foam core, balsa sheeted wing halves slide together onto a carbon fiber joiner rod. While the model fits into most vehicles fully assembled, it can easily be taken apart for compact carrying and storage.
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Like the full-size homebuilt, the Shoestring ARF is designed to be economical both in cost and assembly time. Even the aileron hinges have been installed for you at the factory!
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The lines of the original Shoestring are captured in lightweight fiberglass parts, including the cowl, wheel pants and fuselage – whose corrugations suggest the fabric covering of the classic Golden Age racer.
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Flying on a Shoestring |
The original Shoestring homebuilt Formula 1 racing plane was designed by Rodney Kreimendahl. Early in its development, Rodney asked his wife to suggest names. She replied, "Shoestring" – because it was planned and built on a shoestring budget.
The name stuck. The small plane took its first flight in 1949 and went on to win many races through 1974. Considered one of the iconic midget racers from that era, the Shoestring is still popular today in Formula 1 racing. With this .46-size model, Great Planes also offers a well-made, fast, fun airplane for shoestring budgets. It's economical in assembly time as well as total costs, performing well without expensive engines and servos. Ideal power choices include the 2-stroke 46AX glow engine or ElectriFly™ RimFire™ .46 outrunner brushless motor. With either option, the Shoestring provides a wide flight envelope that any intermediate to advanced pilot will enjoy! |
Product Recommendations
Please note: all recommendations were the best choices available at the time of product release. Please check with your dealer for additional choices.
Futaba® FASST™ 4+ Channel Radio
FUTL7627 Futaba R617FS 7-Channel 2.4GHz FASST™ Receiver
FUTM0075 Futaba S9001 Aircraft Coreless BB Servo (4-5)
OSMG0547 O.S.® 46AX 2-Stroke Engine
or for brushless electric power
GPMG4725 ElectriFly™ RimFire™ .46 Outrunner Brushless Motor
GPMM1850 ElectriFly Silver Series 60A Brushless ESC
GPMP0541 ElectriFly Power Series 11.1V 3350mAh Balanced 25C LiPo Battery (2)
GPMG1255 Great Planes Medium Brushless Motor Mount
For a complete list of required items, consult the instruction manual.
SPECIFICATIONS
Stock Number: GPMA1328
Wingspan: 54 in (1370 mm)
Wing Area: 572 in² (36.9 dm²)
Weight: 6.5-7 lb (2950-3170 g)
Wing Loading: 26-28 oz/ft² (79-85 g/dm²)
Length: 47 in (1195 mm)
Requires: 4-channel radio w/4-5 servos; 2-stroke .46-.55 or 4-stroke .70-.81 engine; OR outrunner brushless motor; 60A (min) brushless ESC & (2) 11.1V LiPo batteries
 Product Manual -
Parts Listing -
Accessories Needed
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