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The F.2B ‘Bristol Fighter’ was a British World War I fighter and reconnaissance biplane designed in
1916 by Frank Barnwell. Although a two-seater, the F.2B proved fast and maneuverable enough to be
flown in combat like a single-seat fighter – and it more than held its own against the opposing single-
seat German fighters.
The pilot's fixed forward-firing .303 inch Vickers machine gun was the F.2B’s principal weapon; the
observer's flexible .303 inch Lewis Gun provided an additional "sting in the tail" while the pilot went
after the target. The F.2B could also carry up to 240 pounds of bombs.
The most successful F.2B pilot was Canadian Andrew Edward McKeever, who won all 30 of his
victories in this aircraft.
After the war, many surplus F.2Bs were modified for civilian use. Some were fitted with a canopy to
cover one or two passenger seats in the rear cockpit and renamed the ‘Bristol Tourer,’ which had a
maximum speed of 128 mph.
The Bristol project was first recommend by Mr. Gart Hansford from Dubai UA, one of Maxford USA’s
valued customers. With a 70-inch wingspan, this RC version is approximately 1/6 scale and is
designed to use an electric or glow-power system. It is constructed mainly of laser-cut balsa and light
ply and is finished with a Mylar film covering. To enhance its true-to-scale appearance, this model
includes an articulated tail skid and the rudder and elevators are operated by stranded wire control
cables.
We invite you to enjoy the pride of ownership and the joy of flying this
beautiful ARF sport-scale model of the famous F.2B Bristol Fighter.
Shown with optional simulated WWI pilot, windshield, pilot’s gun sight,
bombs with mounts, electric motor, wood propeller and servos.
