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The RC Cessna 182 -
a nice scale project

An rc Cessna 182 is a popular choice with model pilots, many of whom hold a PPL and fly the full size version. Even modelers who don't fly full size airplanes often seek out a 182 kit because, quite simply, it's an attractive looking plane with great, stable flight characteristics.


A RC Cessna 182 Skylane


An rc Cessna 182 does of course follow the traditional trainer design - high wing, dihedral and not over-complicated, making it an ideal model airplane to learn on if you prefer to start off with a scale plane rather than non-scale.

There are several rc Cessna 182 kits on the market, some RTF and others not. This page will introduce you to just a few ARF and RTF kits, and you can click through to find out more on the one that interests you the most.

 

Hobbico Cessna 182 RTF

Hobbico is a well renowned model airplane manufacturer and they've created a great-looking electric Ready To Fly 4 channel 182. Tough foam construction, one of the better electric examples out there.

Hobbico Cessna 182 RTF

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E-Flite Cessna 182 ARF

An ARF electric 182 this time, and a very realistic one too! Officially licensed, this model needs only about 2 hours final assembly work. Brushless motor and LiPo battery (additional) give performance to match the looks.

E-Flite Cessna 182 RTF

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Hangar 9 Cessna 182 Skylane

The BIG one! An exceptional reproduction of the 2000 version of the 182 Skylane in ARF form. Features such as the accurately molded corrugations in the fully functioning flaps make this large-scale rc airplane a great head-turner at the field, and its big size makes it a perfect base model on which to replicate the full size Cessna 182 that you fly, if you do!

Hangar 9 Cessna 182 Skylane

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Whatever kit you go for, an rc Cessna 182 makes a great scale subject for any model pilot and is always guaranteed to get people's attention wherever you fly.

All of the rc Cessna 182 kits are available from Red Rocket Hobby Shop.