The TR-1 Trigull is a Canadian amphibious flying boat that was developed by Trident Aircraft in British Columbia. The company encountered financial difficulties and only three prototypes were built in the 70s. It is a successor to the Republic RC-3 Seabee and shows some unique features like a pushing propeller, a nosewheel that retracts halfway into the nose and floating wingtips that are moved down for water landings.
Move the wingtips with VTOL.
This replica can take off and land on land. It is possible to land in water. Unfortunately I was not able to configure it so that it can also make a water takeoff. Maybe you can?
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 42.2ft (12.9m)
- Length 28.4ft (8.7m)
- Height 12.3ft (3.8m)
- Empty Weight N/A
- Loaded Weight 792lbs (359kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.757
- Wing Loading 2.8lbs/ft2 (13.7kg/m2)
- Wing Area 282.9ft2 (26.3m2)
- Drag Points 5807
Parts
- Number of Parts 79
- Control Surfaces 7
- Performance Cost 390
