Its classic looks, superior design and smooth flight habits have made the Super Sportster one of
Great Planes' most popular models—a favorite for low-wing training AND serious sport flying. You'll
be equally impressed by the all-wood quality of this almost ready-to-fly version: It goes together like
a dream, with an excellent parts fit for easy assembly and outstanding strength.
SPECIFICATIONS
Stock Number: GPMA1042
Wingspan: 55.5 in (1410 mm)
Wing Area: 555 in² (35.8 dm²)
Weight: 4.75-5.0 lb (2.2-2.3 kg)
Wing Loading: 19.7-20.8 oz/ft² (59.7-62.9
g/dm²)
Fuselage Length: 46 in (1170 mm)
Engine Required: 2-stroke .40-.46 cu in
(6.5-7.5 cc) or 4-stroke .52 cu in (8.5 cc)
Radio Required: 4-channel with 4 servos
Spend your time flying, not building! The 90% prebuilt Super Sportster 40 MKII
ARF is constructed using only the best materials and manufacturing methods—
including an all-wood framework, expertly applied MonoKote® covering and
durable fiberglass wheel pants. The Super Sportster 40 MKII ARF can be ready
for flight in as little as 15-20 hours.
Installation of your on-board radio equipment is easy, thanks to the
preinstalled servo tray in the model's fuselage. It correctly locates the
throttle, elevator, and rudder servos automatically. A pre-cut aileron servo
tray easily locates the aileron servo in the center section of the wing.
---90% factory-built—flight-ready in just a few evenings.
---Offers great ground handling, excellent high-speed performance, solid and predictable low-speed handling,
and superior aerobatic ability.
---Strong, lightweight, all-wood airframe arrives factory-covered in an eye-catching, 4-color Top Flite® MonoKote®
trim scheme.
---Includes sturdy, beautifully painted fiberglass wheel pants and rugged, fixed landing gear.
---Comes with a generous supply of Great Planes hardware plus step-by-step, photo-illustrated assembly
instructions, an excellent reference for any future maintenance and repairs.
Its forgiving flight characteristics make the Super Sportster 40 MKII ARF a
fine way to ease yourself into low-wing piloting. The plane offers excellent
control authority at all speeds—and gives you experienced sport pilots a
great opportunity to exercise and advance your skills.