Laser-Cut R/C Kits

Originally published in the March 1935 issue of Flying Aces magazine, the Sportster was a standout free-flight model that captured the sleek, racy silhouettes of 1930s Golden Age aviation.

We’ve re-imagined this classic with modern enhancements – scaled it up, fine-tuned it, and optimized everything for smooth R/C performance.

As with every Old School Model Works kit, our Sportster is a build-it-yourself airframe, designed and laser-cut from high quality balsa wood and light ply.

Included are new, simplified building techniques as well as laser-cut precision and self-aligning parts to make building this beauty a snap. For example, our exclusive Web-Lock construction makes building the wing panels a snap. Rather than the sheer webs being an afterthought, they are utilized during the build to properly space, position, and lock in each rib.

Power can come from glow or electric powerplants. We've designed the fuselage with a huge magnetic top hatch, so you have quick access to either your fuel tank or batteries. Also the tray can be removed to give access for mounting an ESC or flight pack battery.

The Sportster’s elegant proportions and streamlined fuselage aren’t just visually striking—they deliver stable, graceful flight with a nostalgic flair. Our Sportster is easily enjoyed as a relaxed cruiser – flying effortlessly through the sky, and looking good doing it – just as the original design did nearly a century ago.

Specifications:

Wingspan: 55.5 inches

Wing Area: 513 sq. inches

Length (airframe only): 44.5 inches

Weight: 3 lb., 2 oz. RTF

Radio: 4 channel
• Four 25+ in./oz. servos (Mini servos - similar to HS-5065MG)
• 1 additional servo for throttle, if using a glow engine

Power:
• Glow (.20-.25 2c engine, 6 ounce tank, fuel tubing)
• Electric (equivalent brushless motor - 300+ watt, 40+ amp ESC, 3S LiPo)

Thinking of going electric? Click the icon to the left for suggested motor, ESC, battery and prop combinations, courtesy of Innov8tive Designs.