Instruction Manual Book Item code: BH161. P-40C TOMAHAWK ALL BALSA - PLY WOOD CONSTRUCTION. COVERED IN A HEAT - SHRINK FILM WITH PRINTED. INCLUDING ROTARY 90 DEGREE ELECTRIC RETRACT & ELECTRIC RETRACT TAIL GEAR WITH CNC SUSPENSION METAL STRUTS. 95% ALMOST READY TO FLY SPECIFICATION - Wingspan: 2,276 mm (89.5in). - Length: 1,968 mm (77.5in). - Weight: 10.8kg (24lbs). - Wing area: 90.14dm2. - Wing loading: 120 g/dm2. - Wing type: Naca Airfoil. - Servo mount: (42x 21)mm. - Spinner: 115mm.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty..........................................................3 Disclaimer........................................................3 Safety precaution............................................3 Important building notes..................................3 Suggestion......................................................3 Flight warnings................................................3 Covering tools....................................
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 WARRANTY IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES Black Horse Model guarantees the component parts in this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase by the purchaser. Please trial fit all the parts. Make sure you have the correct parts and that they fit and are aligned properly before gluing! This will assure proper assembly.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK FLIGHT WARNINGS When ready to fly, first extend the transmitter aerial. Switch on the transmitter. Switch on the receiver. Check that the wings are correctly fitted to the fuselage. Operate the control sticks on the transmitter and check that the control surfaces move freely and in the CORRECT directions. Check that the transmitter batteries have adequate power. ALWAYS take off into the wind.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 • Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and practices as defined within the Team AMA Program Document. (AMA Document #718.) (j) Not operate a turbine-powered aircraft, unless in compliance with the AMA turbine regulations. (AMA Document #510-A.) 3.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK PARTS LISTING (NOT INCLUDED). Item code: BH161 Servo extension leads. ................. 2 pcs. 190mm .... 2 pcs. 420mm ...... 2 pcs. Propeller: Suit with your engine. Engine: 55 - 61.........1 pcs. LiPo. 6S - 22.2V 300-5000mAh ....... 2 Packs BATTERY Motor: 50cc ... 1 pcs. ESC 9 servos. Size: (42 x 21 x 39.9)mm. Torque: 6V (11.3kg/cm), 7.4V ( 12.9 kg/cm). ESC: 120A ....... 1 pcs. TOOLS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Straight edge ruler.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK 1 : Fuselage set(1a: Cockpit; 1b: Pilot; 1c: Canopy; 1d: Plastic). 2 : Wing set (2a; 2b; 2c: Aluminium tube dihedral brace). 3 : Horizontal stabilizer set. 4 : Vertical stabilizer set. 1 1c 1a Item code: BH161 9 : Engine set. 10 : Electric motor set. 5 : Cowling set. 6 : Tail gear set. 11 : Spinner set. 7 : Main gear set. 8 : Fuel tank set(8a: Clunk; 12 : Electric Retract Landing 8b: Stopper(three line).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK INSTALLING THE AILERONS AND FLAPS 44mm Pinned hinge ---8 3x12mm Tp Screw ---2 67mm Pinned hinge ---8 Horn Item code: BH161 3x12mm Tp Screw ---2 Flap 2 Horn 44mm Pinned hinge Bottom View 67mm Pinned hinge n ro e l i A p Fla 8 10 Cut off shaded portion carefully. 8 Assemble left and right sides the same way 2 The number of times the same way Assembly (in this case twice).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING THE AILERONS AND FLAPS SERVOS 4) Using the thread as a guide and using masking tape, tape the servo lead to the end of the thread: carefully pull the thread out. When you have pulled the servo lead out, remove the masking tape and the servo lead from the thread. 1) Install the rubber grommets and brass eyelets onto the aileron servos. 2) Using a modeling knife, remove the covering from over the servo box.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK 2 2 Item code: BH161 Flaps 60o Flaps servos. 2 mm approx.16mm 2 2 For Flap. 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 3mm Flat Washer m 8m 9 .6x 2 For Flap. 3mm Lock Nut 2 Screw 2 For Flap For Flap 2x10mm Tp Screw 1.5mm 1.5mm 10 Pay close attention here. Assemble left and right sides the same way same way Assembly 2 the (in this case twice). The number of times Drill holes using the stated 1.5mm (in this case 1.5mm ø).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK 2 Item code: BH161 2 Aileron Aileron servos. 2 mm 60o approx.16mm 2 2 Aileron 3mm Flat Washer Aileron mm 98 x 2.6 3mm Lock Nut 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 2 2 Aileron Aileron 1.5mm Screw 2mm 2 Aileron 2x10mm Tp Screw 1.5mm Pay close attention here. Assemble left and right sides the same way same way Assembly 2 the (in this case twice). The number of times Drill holes using the stated 1.5mm (in this case 1.5mm ø).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK For Flaps Bottom View Item code: BH161 For Aileron 2x10mm Tp Screw 2x10mm Tp Screw n ro Aile Flap Aileron 3x12mm Tp Screw 2 2 2 Horn 3x12mm Cap Screw C.A 2 2 C.A ron Aile Flap Cut off shaded portion carefully. 12 Apply instant glue C.A (C.A glue, super glue). Assemble left and right sides the same way 2 The number of times the same way Assembly (in this case twice).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING THE AIR RETRACTABLE LANDING GEAR 6x60mm Socket Head Cap Screw 4x25mm Socket Head Cap Screw 6mm Flat washer 4mm Spring Washer ---8 6mm Collar 4mm Flat washer --2 ---4 ---2 ---8 ---8 Wheel well 115mm Wheel Bottom View 115mm Wheel * Using a modeling knife, carefully remove the film covering from the wing gear tray. Make sure that you do not remove any wood.
Instruction manual Bottom View P-40C TOMAHAWK 6mm Collar Item code: BH161 115mm Wheel 6x60mm Socket Head Cap Screw 6mm Flat washer C .A Cut off shaded portion carefully. Apply threadlocker (screw cement). Apply instant glue C.A (C.A glue, super glue).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Bottom View 2 C .A Cut off shaded portion carefully. Apply instant glue C.A (C.A glue, super glue). 2 The number of times the same way Assembly (in this case twice).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Bottom View Bottom view Gun set for wing. ---4 A B 16 Assemble left and right sides the same way Apply instant glue C.A (C.A glue, super glue).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING THE FUSELAGE SERVOS 1) Install the rubber grommets and brass collets into the elevator, rudder and throottle servor. Test fit the servos into the servo tray. Trim the tray if necessary to fit your servos. 2) Mount the servo to the tray using the mounting screws provided with your radio system. 1 For Throttle Servo 90 2 For Rudder, Elevator Servo 90 o 3 4 o 2mm 2mm 2mm approx.16mm Top View INSTALLING HORIZONTAL STABILIZER 2.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Bottom View 8 Cut off shaded portion carefully. 18 B Apply epoxy glue. same way Assembly 2 the (in this case twice).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Bottom View Ball link Push rod Aluminium ball 2.6x900mm Push rod 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw B Apply epoxy glue. 2 3mm Lock Nut Horn same way Assembly 2 the (in this case twice).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK 3mm Flash washer Item code: BH161 3x12mm Button Head Cap scew Push rod Ball link Servo tail 3mm Lock Nut 2 Top View Elevator Elevator Elevator servo same way Assembly 2 the (in this case twice).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING VERTICAL STABILIZER 2.6x1063mm Push rod Ball link 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 3mm Flat Washer Horn 3mm Lock Nut ---2 --1 ---1 ---2 ---2 ---1 ---2 44mm Pinned Hinge ---4 5 Top View B Apply epoxy glue. 2 The number of times the same way Assembly (in this case twice).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Bottom View Ball link Push rod Aluminium ball 3mm Lock Nut 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 22 Horn Cut off shaded portion carefully. B Apply epoxy glue.
Instruction manual Top View 3mm Flash washer P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 3x12mm Button Head Cap scew Push rod Ball link Servo tail 3mm Lock Nut Rudder servo Rudder 23
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING THE TAIL GEAR 1200mm Cable rod ---2 Connector ---2 M3 Metal Clevis 4x25mm Socket Head Cap Screw ---2 4mm Flat Washer ---2 4mm Spring Washer ---2 ---4 2.6x30mm Push rod --2 ---4 3mm Flat Washer ---2 Ball link ---4 Locknut 3x12mm Tp screw ------1 ---2 Door Bottom View A B B 24 Apply epoxy glue.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Bottom View 4x25mm 4mm Spring Washer 4mm Flat Washer 25
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 3mm Flat Washer 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw m 0m x3 2.6 2 M3 Metal Clevit 3mm Connector 2 4 3 Lock Nut Cab rod 1 5 same way Assembly 2 the (in this case twice).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Rudder servo INSTALLING THE WING TO THE FUSELAGE Aluminium tube 32mm ---1 775mm Top View 27
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Top View 4x15mm 28 Item code: BH161
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Top View Cap screw for main wing fixture Cap Screw 29
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK INSTALLING THE ENGINE MOUNT Using plate of plywood (supplied with the kit) mark the holes onto the fire wall for installing the engine mount for DLE-55CC or OS-60CC. DLE-55CC May be you also need to trim some wood from the tri-angle wood for the installation is easy . OS-60CC OR Throttle Lever Item code: BH161 Throttle Lever Throttle hole Φ 6mm DLE-55CC DLE-55CC Plate of plywood DL E- 35 CC DLE-55CC 6.2mm 6.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING THE STOPPER 30mm Screw Rubber Aluminium Rubber Aluminium Inflame ! WARNING Do not overheat, it may break. 9mm Bend 400 degree Bend 400 degree 12mm 400 6mm 40 degree bend 400 Cut off shaded portion Cut off shaded portion carefully.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING THE ENGINE 5x100mm Socket Head Cap Screw --4 5x25mm Socket Head Cap Screw ---6 12x65mm Aluminum ---4 5mm Spring Washer - - - 10 5mm Flat washer ---6 5mm Lock Nut 5x16mm Plastic Washer 5mm Flat washer - - - 14 ---6 ---4 500mm Pushrod wire ---1 Connector (use in page 34) ---1 ---1 Top View 5mm Flash Washer 5mm Spring Washer 5mm 5x16mm Flash Washer Plastic Washer 5mm Lock Nut 12x65mm Aluminium 5x100mm Socket Head Cap Screw 5mm Fl
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK INSTALLING THE FUEL TANK Be sure to equip air vent pipe. 1. Using a modeling knife, cut one length of silicon fuel line (the length of silicon fuel line is calculated by how the weighted clunk should rest about 5mm away from the rear of the tank and move freely inside the tank). Connect one end of the line to the weighted clunk and the other end to the nylon pick up tube in the stopper.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK INSTALLING THE THROTTLE Connector ----1 Item code: BH161 direction. When the throttle stick is moved forward from idle to full throttle, the throttle barrel should also open and close using this motion. If not, reverse the direction of the servo, using the transmitter. 1) Install one adjustable metal connector through the third hole out from the center of one servo arm, enlarge the hole in the servo arm using a 2mm drill bit to accommodate the servo connector.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING THE COWLING 1) Remove the muffler and needle valve assembly from the engine. Slide the fiberglass cowl over the engine. 2) Measure and mark the locations to be cut out for engine head clearance, needle valve, muffler. Remove the cowl and make these cutouts using a rotary tool with a cutting disc and a rotary sanding drum attachment. 3) Slide the cowl back into place. Align the front of the cowl with the crankshaft of the engine.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Top View 3x12mm Tp Screw 5 2mm 3x15mm Tp Screw same way Assembly 2 the (in this case twice). The number of times 36 Drill holes using the stated 1.5mm (in this case 1.5mm ø).
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Top View 2mm 3x15mm Tp Screw INSTALLING THE SWITCH, RECEIVER AND BATTERY 1) Plug the servo leads and the switch lead into the receiver. You may want to plug an aileron extension into the receiver to make plugging in the aileron servo lead easier when you are installing the wing. Plug the battery pack lead into the switch. 2) Wrap the receiver and battery pack in the protective foam to protect them from vibration.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING COCKPIT FUSELAGE Position the canopy so the rear frame on the canopy is aligned with the rear edge of the cockpit opening. Use canopy glue to secure the canopy to the canopy hatch. Use low-tack tape to hold the canopy in position until the glue fully cures. Wrap the tape completely around the canopy hatch.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 Top View A B A B Canopy glue Open / Close A B Adhesive tape. B Apply epoxy glue.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING THE PROPELLER Top View 3x12mm Tp Screw ---4 115mm 3x12mm Tp Screw 40 Must be purchased separately!
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 INSTALLING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR 5x25mm Socket Head Cap Screw 5mm Spring Washer 5mm Plastic Washer 5mm Lock Nut ---4 ---4 ---8 3x12mm Tp Screw ---4 ---4 ---1 ---1 5mm 5mm Flash Washer Lock Nut Top View 5mm Flash Washer 5mm Spring Washer 5x25mm Socket Head Cap Screw 3x12mm Tp Screw 5mm Flash Washer 5mm 5mm Flash Washer Spring Washer 5mm Lock Nut 5x25mm Socket Head Cap Screw RY BATTE RY BATTE Must be purchased separately! 41
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK BALANCING Item code: BH161 LATERAL BALANCE 1) It is critical that your airplane be balanced correctly. Improper balance will cause your plane to lose control and crash. THE CENTER OF GRAVITY IS LOCATED 131MM BACK FROM THE LEADING EDGE OF THE WING. AT THE FUSELAGE. BALANCE A PLANE UPSIDE DOWN WITH THE FUEL TANK EMPTY. 2) Mount the wing to the fuselage.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Bottom View Item code: BH161 CG 16mm Do not fly before confirming the correct location of the CG. If the CG is incorrect, you lose control of your airplane which leads to accidents. Aileron control 16mm 14mm Elevator 14mm 40mm CONTROL THROWS 1) We highly recommend setting up a plane using the control throws listed. 2) The control throws should be measured at the widest point of each control surface.
Gun set for wing 2x10mm Tp Screw 3x12mm Cap Screw 3x15mm Tp Screw Spinner ( 115mm ) 3mm Hex Nut Plastic 3mm Hex Nut 3x12mm Cap Screw 12x65mm Aluminium 5mm Flat Washer Aluminium wing dihedral brace.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 FOR YOUR RADIO INSTALLATION BASIC CONNECTION FOR AIRPLANE AND ADJUSTMENT OF SERVOS For more information, refer to radio system instruction manual. Follow instruction manual of Engine and Battery.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 MAIN GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 19.00 208.00 28.00 60.00 71.00 34.00 37.00 145.00 TAIL GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 98.00 67.00 30.00 55.00 317.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK DECORATION Item code: BH161 < Top View > < Bottom View > < Side View > Left U.S. ARMY P - 40C - 15 - CU AIR CORPS SERIAL. 41 - 19841 CREW WEIGHT 200 LBS.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 I/C FLYING WARNINGS NEVER fly near power lines,aerials or other dangerous areas including airports, motorways etc. AL WAYS adjust the engine from behind the propeller, and do not allow any part of your body to be in line with the propeller. Always operate in open areas, away from factories, hospitals, schools, buildings and houses etc. NEVER fly your aircraft close to people or built up areas.
Instruction manual P-40C TOMAHAWK Item code: BH161 I/C FLYING GUIDELINES When ready to fly, first extend the transmitter aerial. Operate the control sticks on the transmitter and check that the control surfaces move freely and in the CORRECT directions. ALWAYS land the model INTO the wind, this ensures that the model lands at the slowest possible speed. OFF - ON OFF - ON OFF - ON Switch on the transmitter. Check that the transmitter batteries have adequate power. Switch off the receiver.
