This is the first in my Macrobertson air race series, and is probably the best known of the racers. Incidentaly, this is the plane that came in first place in the speed category. Flown by C.W.A Scott, and sponsored by the owner of the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel, this aircraft reached the finish line in Melbourne in a mere 71 hours. This plane pitches up on take off, then levels itself out with a bit of elevator. The only deviation from the original is the use of constant speed props, rather than variable pitch.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Successors 1 airplane(s)
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 30.1ft (9.2m)
- Length 27.5ft (8.4m)
- Height 12.9ft (3.9m)
- Empty Weight 4,843lbs (2,196kg)
- Loaded Weight 7,654lbs (3,472kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.261
- Wing Loading 45.6lbs/ft2 (222.7kg/m2)
- Wing Area 167.8ft2 (15.6m2)
- Drag Points 2262
Parts
- Number of Parts 45
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 241
@thealban Next variant! G-ACSR
@thealban Thanks! Other colour schemes coming next!