Graupner,WP GILES 202,6230

WP GILES 202 Graupner 6230 The American AcroTech aircraft company developed the single-seat prototype of the GILES in the course of 1995. A short time later the engineer Richard Giles developed the design further to produce a version with an even higher performance this machine was christened the GILES 202. The machine is of the latest construction, based on composite GRP/CFRP and AFRP technology, which results in an extremely strong, lightweight airframe. Initially the aerobatic sports machine was produced and sold in kit-form. Since its introduction the full-size aircraft has been produced in versions with up to about 300 BHP under the cowl, and it now competes successfully in national and international aerobatic events. With its low weight and enormous power the GILES is popular amongst demanding pilots, and is able to compete on level terms with its competitors, such as the EXTRA, SUKHOI and others. For about two years now the GILES 202 has been built in France under licence by the Mudry company, where it is marketed under the designation CAP 222. Our model is a semi-scale version which incorporates carefully selected airfoils and moment arms in order to satisfy the requirements of the F3A-X and European-Acro competition classes. All the GRP parts are produced from CNC-machined moulds and plugs, ensuring absolute symmetry and precise fits of the GRP mouldings. The fuselage is reinforced with areas of balsa and foam sandwich. The wings and tail panels are of conventional styrofoam/balsa construction, and the control surfaces are supplied already permanently hinged. The wings and tailplane panels are fitted to the fuselage by means of aluminium joiner tubes, making the model easy to transport and very quick to assemble in spite of its impressive size. The wing and tailplane roots are reinforced with bracing ribs and GRP to support the joiner tubes, while the main undercarriage takes the form of a composite GRP/CFRP moulding. The model is specially designed for ZG 62 and ZDZ 80 (Order No. 1909) petrol engines. Suitable buffered engine mount systems and specially matched exhaust systems including manifolds have been developed for both these engines, and these items are available as optional accessories.

Detailed building instructions in German, English and French. White pigmented epoxy parts including GRP fuselage, rudder, motor cowl, wheel fairings and canopy frame. Fuselage and fin of part-sandwich construction. Composite GRP/CFRP main undercarriage and tailwheel unit, reinforced styrofoam/balsa sandwich wings and tail panels, all linkage components, fueltank fittings, felt clunk weight and all parts required to complete the bare airframe. Spinner not included.

Elevator
Rudder
Ailerons
Throttle

Wingspan approx. 2350 mm
Overall length approx. 2120 mm
All-up weight according to fittings min. 8500 g
Engine min. 60 - 90 cc