Royal models' DG-1001 is a fully molded 1:8 scale glider that is sure to impress with great all rounder performance. The compact size and great looks are backed up by great flight performance.
We have asked Royal for some tweaks to the recipe for a more slope/sporty oriented model. With a stronger wing and fuselage, the wing sporting a carbon d-box layup.
The Royal Models are quality kits built by our friends in the Czech Republic. We really like the price for performance ratio of these models. You get a lot for your money. You do a little more work than some other brands, but you also pay a lot less. But no fears, the performance is all there.
The S 3021 airfoil has smooth and forgiving flight characteristics. It responds well to thermal, yet the low camber allows high energy retention on the slope. Great for aero towing, winching or slope. This is an excellent "all rounder".
It features an all molded airframe including hollow molded rudder, winglets, horizontal stab and wings. A clear canopy tops it off and shows your interior and pilot figures.
BONUS! Detailed cockpit set is included.
This model is for advanced modelers. Much of the hard work is done for you but you will be installing your radio gear, installing the rudder bulkhead and rudder, etc.
Pre installed spoilers help with the landings. You'll also get a good selection of hardware to complete the airframe such as clevises, pushrods, control horns and canopy frame and latch. Instruction booklet and graphics included.
We have Royal add kevlar reinforcements to the fuselages for added strength without radio RF issues.
Video with a comfortable electric setup:
Technical Specifications
Scale: 1:8
Wingspan: 2500mm
Wing area: 29 dm²
Length: 1090mm
AUW: ~1400 to 1800g (depending on what you install)
Airfoil: S3021 family
Functions: ailerons, elevator, rudder, pop-up spoilers
Suggested Setup
CG: ~33 to 35mm from the leading edge. (reported as far back as 45mm)
8mm servos in wing, 8mm for elevator and larger can be used for rudder.
Elevator: 10mm up / 6mm down
Rudder: 12 mm left / right
Ailerons: 14 mm up, 6 mm down
Pilot Comments
I use the spoilers, and they work very well. Fully deployed, it descends at about a 30° angle without gaining speed. Ideal for pinpoint landings. Without the spoilers, it's fast on landing and almost has to be forced to the ground because it wants to fly forever.
Beautiful flight characteristics, speed range from docile to whistling, controllable stall behavior (nose down, keeps going), and the spoilers should be used judiciously... they work!