The Hangar 9 Valiant 20cc is a scaled-down yet still giant scale version of the popular 30cc model. This makes it a more practical and affordable alternative that’s compatible with popular 20cc petrol engines and equivalent 4S-6S electric power systems. It features the benefits of lightweight and rigid built-up wood construction.
In the Box
Hangar 9 Valiant 20cc ARF x1 Product Manual x1
Needed to Complete
Full-range 5+ channel transmitter and receiver x1 standard sized servos with 80+ oz-in torque (plus one additional standard sized servo for throttle when using a petrol or glow engine) x6 20cc petrol and other similar class engines or an equivalent 4S to 6S compatible electric power system x1
Features
Giant scale 2197 mm (86.5”) wingspan with strong and stiff – yet lightweight and long-lasting – built-up wood construction finished with genuine UltraCote film covering Power it your way with glow, petrol or electric power system options Factory-installed hinges and bolt on tail surfaces save considerable assembly time Functional flaps for shorter take-offs and landings plus improved slow-flight performance Flaps can travel both ways for optional full-span aileron/flaperon/spoileron and crow operation Large and convenient top-mounted windscreen hatch, fibreglass cowl, and LED navigation lights Designed to accept the optional silver-painted Foam Float and Strut Sets Durable aluminium landing gear with optional-use wheel pants Two-piece wing with slots in the fuselage to hold the wing tube for more convenient storage and transport
More Information
The original Hangar 9 Valiant 30cc was a beloved and highly reviewed model due to its classic yet modern looks, as well as unexpected aerobatic capability, plus smooth and stable flight performance. However, the 2743 mm (108-inch) wingspan made it difficult for many pilots to store and transport. The Valiant 20cc is a scaled-down version with a 2197 mm (86.5 inch) wingspan that still offers a giant-scale experience – but in a more practical size for everyday flying. It features the advantages of lightweight, stiff, and strong wood construction that's covered with genuine UltraCote film.
The Valiant design is well known for its proven versatility due to its incredibly smooth and stable flying manners, yet also unexpected and excellent aerobatic capability. A semi-symmetrical aerofoil provides outstanding handling and wind penetration, while the operational flaps can deliver STOL-like take-off and landing performance. The flaps can also travel both ways so they can be mixed for optional use as full-span ailerons, flaperons, and spoilerons. Flaps up, the Valiant is a sport flying and aerobatic dream machine with crisp roll performance and excellent rudder authority for impressive knife edge passes – especially for a high-wing model. Like its larger and smaller brothers, the Valiant 20cc delivers an overall rock-solid feel in the air that's perfect for a wide range of intermediate to advanced pilots!
The ARF arrives mostly factory assembled with pre-installed hinges and bolt-on tail surfaces that save you considerable time and effort. It also allows you to install a 20cc petrol engine, similar-class glow engines, or an equivalent electric power system and the electronics you prefer.
It includes simple yet durable aluminium landing gear with optional-use wheel pants. You also have the option to install floats with a silver-painted finish using the custom float strut set (sold separately). The balsa and lite-ply airframe arrives factory-finished with genuine UltraCote film covering and a variety of features, including a large and convenient top-mounted windscreen hatch, a painted-to-match fibreglass cowl, plus LED navigation lights. It all adds up so the Valiant 20cc is sure to become a hero around your club and field as the model to have – no matter what flying occasion may arise!
Specifications
Airfoil Shape: Semi Symmetrical Approximate Assembly Time: 15-20 Hours Battery: Sold Separately CG (Centre of Gravity): 160 mm (6 9/32") behind leading edge of the wing Charger: Sold Separately Completion Level: Almost Ready-To-Fly Engine Size: 20cc 2 to 4-stroke petrol (sold separately) Flaps: Yes LiPo Compatibility: 4S, 6S, 5S Material: Wood Minimum Required Radio: 5+ Channel Product Length: 1583 mm (62.32") Product Weight: Recommended Battery: 4.9 - 5.1kg (10.8 - 11.2lbs) Retracts: Optional Skill Level: Level 4 Spinner Size: 70 mm (2.75") Trim Scheme Colours: White (UltraCote HANU870), Deep Blue, (UltraCote HANU873), Silver (UltraCote HANU881) Wingspan: 2196 mm (86.46")
