RE: Nitromodels PREDATOR RQ-1B
The fuselage is long and narrow except for the bulbous nose (reminds me of W.C. Fields.....never mind unless you are older than dirt, like me)
which is more than adequate space for the Li-Po and the receiver. The build up balsa is basically reinforced flat stock with formers and proper braces which makes for a very strong and rigid fuselage. The wings and V-tails are the typical stringer and former construction with the covering.
At this point, I think that some specs. would be in order.
Nitro Models: Electric Predator B UAV (actually the US Air Force RQ-1B version)
Electric Sport Scale
Wingspan: 63"
Wing area: 372 sq in
Wing loading: 11.95 oz/sq ft
Flying weight: 30 oz
Fuselage length: 36"
4 Channel with 4 mini servos
Brushless outrunner motor @200w minimum (my estimation)
Prop: 9 X 6 SF
Li-Po: 3S1P / 1800mAh
Flight duration: 10 - 15 min. with throttle management
**@90 watts/lb which is perfect for general sports flying with some extra reserve power available**