Assembly Instructions
Easily the most feared German fighter aircraft of World War One ...
The Fokker D.VII was hurriedly developed in late 1917 and began flying over the front lines in late March of 1918. The airplane very
quickly earned favor with its pilots because of its outstanding speed, climb and maneuverability characteristics. In addition, it was also
well armed with two forward firing 7.92mm Spandau machine guns and 500 rounds of ammunition. Early D.VII aircraft were
powered with 6-cylinder 160-hp D.III Mercedes Benz engines. A later variant, the D.VIIF, used the more powerful 185-hp B.M.W.
D.IIIa engine. This engine increased the airplane’s performance even further, placing the D.VIIF in high demand from all German
fighter groups. Fortunately for the allies, these engines could not be built fast enough, and the war ended before the B.M.W. powered
D.VIIF could be delivered in mass quantities.
The Fokker D.VII was so feared by the allies, that when the armistice treaty that ended World War I was signed in November 1918, the
Fokker D.VII was the only aircraft specifically mentioned in Aricle IV as a weapon that must be entirely destroyed or confiscated.
The SIG Fokker D.VII represents the aircraft flown by Lt. August von Raben, Commanding Officer of Jasta 18 from March to
November 1918. This fighter group was called the "Raben" (Raven) squadron and all of their fighter aircraft, including the Fokker
D.VII fighters, were painted in the distinctive red and white color scheme depicted on your model.
Your SIG Fokker D.VII is a very nice replica of this famous WWI fighter aircraft. It flies very nicely with fighter-like
maneuverability and flight characteristics. It is a true "parkflyer" type model that can be flown in smaller areas. The airframe is
lightweight and tough and should provide you with many enjoyable missions. To get the most out of your Fokker D.VII, take your
time and follow the assembly instructions carefully.
SIG FOKKER D.VII SPECIFICATIONS:
Wing Span: 32-3/4” (83.2 cm)
Wing Area: 273 sq.in. (1761 sq.cm.)
Power System: 180 Class with 4.4:1 Gear Box
Propeller: E.M.I. 8.5” x 8” Propeller (215.9 x 203mm)
Battery: 6-cell 720 mAh NiMH Square Pack, or
7-cell 300 mAh NiMH "Folded" Pack
Flying Weight: 11 oz. (w/ 6-cell 720 mAh pack)
10.3 oz. (w/ 7-cell 300 mAh pack)
Wing Loading: 5.8 oz./sq. ft. (w/ 6-cell 720 mAh pack)
5.4 oz./sq. ft. (w/ 7-cell 300 mAh pack)
Radio Requirements:
(1) 3 or more channel transmitter on “Aircraft” Frequency
(1) Micro Receiver
(2) Micro Servos
(1) 5amp Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
2
Lineup of Fokker D.VIIs belonging to Jasta 18. Note first airplane has
fuselage painted red all the way back to the stabilizer, while the
second airplane has red to back of cockpit, like the Sig Fokker D.VII.
Summary of Contents for SIGRC95ARF Fokker D.VII
Page 1: ......