INTRODUCTION
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the U.S. Aircore Colt 40 SLT.This model is designed to be one of the most
durable R/C aircraft on the market. The unique building material uses super tough corrugated plastic that will not break.
The advantage is that you can crash and almost immediately fly again. Severe impacts may dent the material, but it will
pop back into shape. The Aircore planes also use a unique Power Cartridge system. This allows you to own several different
planes but only need one engine and radio system. The Power Cartridge slides into the fuselage through the nose rails. It
contains your engine, radio, fuel tank and servos (all the expensive stuff). By using the Power Cartridge, you can easily
change planes in about 10 minutes. We are sure you will enjoy building and flying the U.S. Aircore Colt 40 SLT.
PRECAUTIONS
1. You must assemble the plane according to the
instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing
so may result in an unsafe or unflyable model.
2. You must take time to build straight, true and strong.
3. You must properly install all R/C and other components
so that the model operates properly on the ground and
in the air.
4. You must test the operation of the model before the first
and each successive flight to insure that all equipment is
operating properly. You must also make certain that the
model remains structurally sound.
NOTE: We, as the kit manufacturer, can provide you with a quality kit and great instructions, but ultimately the quality and
flyability of your finished model depends on how you assemble it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the
performance of your completed model and no representations are expressed or implied as to the performance or safety
of your completed model
REQUIRED ITEMS
Glue: Contact Cement. The USAC
brand (USAR1000) is specially
formulated to work with
Aircore material.
Although not quite as easy to
work with. Great Planes® Medium
CA (GPMR6009) can be used
for assembly.
A small amount of clear silicone
adhesive/sealant.
6 or 30-minute epoxy.
(GPMR6045)
Double-sided foam tape
(GPMQ4440)
Self-adhesive hook and loop
(GPMQ4480)
Two 2-3/4" wheels (GPMQ4224)
One 3/4" tail wheel (GPMQ4240)
Bag of #64 Rubber Bands
Engine with matched propeller
(see engine selection)
4-Channel radio system with
4 servos
2-1/2" Spinner (GPMQ4522)
Fuelproof paint. Top Flite®
LustreKote™ is a fast drying,
fuelproof spray paint which
works great for protecting the
Power Cartridge.
ENGINE SELECTION
Most .40 -.46 two-stroke or a .48 to .53
four-stroke engine will fly the Aircore
Colt. We have heard however, that in
certain high altitude situations, that a
standard bushing .40 is not enough. In
this case, try using a ball bearing engine
designed for higher performance. If you
are planning on installing floats, we
would also recommend a higher
performance engine.
REQUIRED TOOLS
Hobby knife with #11 blades
Electric drill with bits
Phillips screwdriver
Common Pliers
36" Ruler
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