G-202 140 ARF and Tiger Bipe 40 ARF

Model Airplane News, Oct 2001 by Chianelli, Chris

The folks at Thunder Tiger have certainly been busy. The G-202 140 ARF represents that company's first entry into the world of giant-scale aerobatics, and it's perfect for modelers who want an affordable plane with TOC performance in short order. The G-202 is constructed of balsa and ply and covered with Ultracote.

It features a painted fiberglass cowl, wheel pants and bottom wing cover and comes with many scale accessories. The G-202 has a 70-inch wingspan, can be powered by a 1.08 to 1.6 2-stroke or a 1.2 to 1.8 4-stroke engine and sells for $324.99.

Take a trip back in time with the Tiger Bipe 40 ARF This handsome sport balsa-and-ply biplane is covered with Ultracote and is perfect for any .35 to .54 4-stroke engine. With a 49-inch wingspan and a weight of 4.5 pounds, you can expect only sprightly and predictable flight from the Tiger Bipe. Its compact airframe will fit in almost any vehicle, and it can be in yours for only $169.99.

Thunder Tiger, distributed by Ace Hobby Distributors, Inc. 116 W. 19th St. Higginsville, MO 64037; (660) 584-7121; www.acehobby.com.