Installed fuel tanks and completed control
surface hinging are becoming the norm these
days. Hangar 9 is a brand synonymous with
quality ARF models and their Sukhoi SU-26MM
Special Edition takes the term ARF to a whole
new level. If I said to you that you could have a
giant scale aerobat ready to go in as little as 7-9
hours would you be interested? If so, read on.
The Hangar 9 Sukhoi is available in two
wingspans, the 97 inch (2.46m), which is the subject of this review, or 122 inch (3.1m) wingspan.
A few years ago Hangar 9 had a 97-inch SU-26
available in the Red Bull colour scheme. This
Special Edition SU-26 is not just a re-covered
version of the original model, as several structural
reinforcement enhancements have been made to
make this a much stronger and more durable
model. Mike McConville (noted US aero modeller) designed this airframe, so you already know
it will be capable of any aerobatic or 3D manoeuvre you can throw at it, and it will do it well. The
airframe is based around an 80cc petrol engine
and the manual gives instructions for fitting an
Evolution 80 GX or a DA-85. More on engine fitting later, but what I want to impress on you is
what you get for your hard earned dollar when
you open the box and why I think it’s great value.
Hangar 9 has completed as much work at the
factory as possible to save you hours of assem-
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Airborne
bly time at home. Five Spektrum A6030 digital
servos are installed with servo to control surface
linkages all complete except for the throttle. Control surface hinging is completed and gap sealed
except for the removable rudder. The fuel tank is
installed above the w