THUNDER TIGER TOC 40% PITTS MODEL 12

[ChickenStick Rick]

Hey guys, check out this link from Chief Aircraft. http://www.chiefaircraft.com/rcmsec/...l/Pitts40.html

This thing is a monster and considering the size, the plane is a great price as well. Just as a price comparison only, I beleive 3W is getting $4300 for their new Bulldog II with a 112" wingspan. Larry at Chief said a 150 should fly it fine, but for better power and 3D a 170 would really do the job.

Does anyone have any inside info on this plane? There is not a manual yet so it is kind of hard to see what construction looks like. The pics are pretty decent and Larry said it comes with a pretty heavy duty hardware package as well.

Now if I can only sell my NIB 30% SD Pitts. Anyone want one cheap??!!

Lets hear some input.

[SmoothFlying]

The construction looks to be like all the other ARF's out there. You should be fine.

[Bad Dog!]

I live near Chief, and had the opportunity to see the 40 % Pitts on Monday. I will be going back soon to take a closer look. It is a thing of beauty. Beautiful covering job, and excellent wood work.

I will post again after a closer look.


Dale

[ChickenStick Rick]

Hi Dale,
Thanks for the input. Please let us know what you find. If there is any chance you can take additional pictures to post, that would be awesome.

I am really considering this plane.

Thanks
Rick

[Hinckley Bill]

Any word on whether "other" color schemes will be available, or better still an ARC?

Prologue...

Just checked out the Ace Hobby site ...

http://www.acehobby.com/ace/tt_toc.htm

They're showing a 40% Pitts 12 as being available, with a picture of one with the same color scheme as the 30% Pitts 12 .... but when you click on it you get taken to an "Under Construction" link.

[SleepyC]

I'll get Rocky from Thunder Tiger to jump on here and answer some questions. Its 6:33am in CA right now, so give him a few hours. Good dude, good planes.

[speedmaster1972]

hey guys i got the big dog comeing from 3w sounds like its really awsome i will let you know also i will be putting the nwe 3w210 in it ... talk about hover. has anyone looked at the pitts-12 from blazeing wings i should have mine next week .take a look at it i will post picks when i get it
garret

[ChickenStick Rick]

Hey Garrett,
I have the blazing wings Pitts and starting to assemble it as we speak. There are some very quirky things and some quality issues, nothing major. All in all I think it will be a good flyer. PM or email if you want and I will be happy to discuss with you.

I want to try to keep this thread about the TT Pitts Model 12 40%

Happy Landings.

[dubd]

I'd like to know if other schemes will be available too.

[Rocky McCarter]

OK guys. I gotta say that a 170cc should do the job well.150cc if you are at sea level should be ok .But the 210 would probally make it like a foamy . Yes I will have more coming but right now we only have that scheme that chief is showing .Its is a huge plane should be a real crowd pleaser.

[ChickenStick Rick]

Hey Rocky,
Has there been a manual published yet? Would love to see it to get a better idea and inform myself before making a purchase. Thanks in advance.

[Rocky McCarter]

NO manual yet .

[ChickenStick Rick]

Rocky,
Do you have a time frame of when one will be available? Thanks in advance. I am very interested in this plane.

[ChickenStick Rick]

Hey Guys,
I just pulled the trigger on one these. I guess I will be the guinny pig. Given the quality of there models, I think it is going to be a great flyer.

Rocky, if you please contact me at rvpinto@bellsouth.net I would like to get any and all info on this plane. Of particular concern would be CG and motor box thrust and horizontal center lines. Thanks

[WangoTango]

Ya'll can also take a look at www.chmodel.com There is a fellow there by the name of Chang and he has been giving up the info on his Model 12. I requested one uncovered and with the fiberglass parts unpainted. He's willing to do that. Contact him for pricing. I think you are able to negotiate pricing with him so I won't mention price at this time. He sent additional pics of the work and their factory...... Looks pretty good to me. The shipping costs are a riot, though........."Here. Lemme sell you this shipping deal and I'll give you a free plane!" LOL!
WT