THUNDER TIGER P-51D MUSTANG Assembly Manual
JE6809
Assembly Manual
Warranty
This kit is guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the date of purchase.
It does not cover any damage caused by use or modification. The warranty does not extend beyond
the product itself and is limited only to the original cost of the kit. By the act of building this userassembled kit, the user accepts all resulting in liability for damage caused by the final product. If the
buyer is not prepared to accept this liability, it can be returned new and unused to the place of
purchase for a refund. Neither your dealer nor Thunder Tiger Distributors, can accept kits for return if
construction has begun.
Notice: Adult Super Vision Required
This is not a toy. Assembly and flying of this product requires adult supervision.
Read through this book completely and become familiar with the assembly and flight of this airplane.
Inspect all parts for completeness and damage. Browse www. thundertiger. com for customer service
if you encounter any problems.
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No.4580
1/8 P-51D MUSTANG
Specifications:
Wing Span: 56 1/4(1430mm)
Length: 50" (1269mm)
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Wing Area: 38.15dm
Weight: 5 lbs. (2450-2650g)
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INTRODUCTION
Tools-Model assembly can be much easier if the proper
tools are used. Therefore we have included in our
checklist to above, a complete listing of all the tools we
used to assemble our prototype models. As you will
notice, many household tools can be utilized during
construction.
Engine The Thunder Tiger PRO-46 and F-54S are the
ideal engines for this airplane. These quiet running
engines are easy to start, require no special break in
periods, are very easy to maintain and will last for years.
Flight Equipment There are several “support” items
that you will need to purchase in order to get your engine
running and your plane in the air. These are listed at the
bottom.
ITEMS NEEDED
Introduction
Introduction.....................................2
Other Items Required.......................2
Items Need Check List.....................3
Parts Drawing..............................4-5
Pre-Assembly Notes......................6
Wing..........................................7-9
Tail...........................................10-11
.................................12Landing Gear
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A checklist is also provided on the next page which will make shopping for these items easier.
OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
Radio - A 4- channel radio with 4 standard servos is
required. Most lower priced 4-channel radios only
come with three standard servos so you may need to
purchase the fourth servo separately. If you fly with a
Nitro Power unit then 5 servos are required.
OBL Flight Equipment Needed Check List
2~3 APC 12X8E Propeller
4SIP 14.8V 4000mAh Lipo Battery Pack
Comprehensive Items Needed Check List
4-Channel Radio with 4 Standard Servos
Two Extended Cords(12"), one Y cord.
5-Minute Epoxy (4 ounces or so)
30-Minute Epoxy (4 ounces or so)
"Thin" Instant Adhesive (1/2 ounce)
"Thick" Instant Adhesive (1/2 ounce)
Hobby Knife and Blades
Epoxy Mixing Sticks and/or Brushes
Sandpaper (150 grit)
Masking Tape
Rubbing Alcohol
Paper Towels
Ruler
90 Degree Triangle
Waxed Paper
Fine-Point, Felt-Tip Pen
Misc. Household Tools
Drill and Bits (1/16", 5/64",1/8",1/4",5/16")
Nitro Flight Equipment Needed Check List
Foam Rubber Padding for the radio
Stick on Lead Strip for balancing the plane
3 or 4 Props (see engine instructions)
10%-15% Glow Fuel
Fuel Pump or Bulb
Electric Starter or "Chicken Stick"
Glow starter
Extra Glow Plug(s)
Silicon Tubing
OBL Power Unit ....................................13
Radio.................................................14
Canopy............................................15
Nitro Power Unit..............................16-18
Retract.....................................19-20
Decal.......................................21
Balance.............................................22
Your Next Choice ..............................23
Adhesives- You will need two types of adhesives for the
Tiger Trainer - Epoxy and Instant ( cyanoacrylate )
adhesives. We recommend that you purchase both 5minute and 30-minute epoxy to cut down on assembly
time, but you can get by with only 30-minute epoxy if time
is no important. You will also need a small bottle of both
"Thick" and "Thin" instant adhesive.
Battery: Recommend the use of a 14.8V 4000mAh Lipo
battery.
Charger: Select a quality field charger to charge the
battery.
OBL Power
Brushless Motor: If you would use electric motor
instead of a Nitro Engine then the OBL36/07-46A
( No. 2367 ) is a perfect choice to install on Tiger
Trainer OBL.
Controller: ACE BLC-40A ( No. 8027 ) is a perfect
controller that controlling OBL motor efficiently.
Congratulations on the purchase of our finest scale ARF. As the most successful fighters in WW2, a truly
incredible aircraft changed the war for allied air forces, the P-51D Mustang has enjoyed a reputation as
America' s favorite fighter. It is an aircraft not only combined speed with agility, but also had a long range
and powerful punch. Thunder Tiger is very proud to present the P-51D with its majestic flying capabilities
and great looks to all R/C hobbyists alike worldwide. Now every pilot can fly this most famous fighter
flying field tither by Nitro or Electric power.
No.9041
BLC-40A
Power Unit Required
Nitro power
No.9800
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14.8V Lipo 4000mAh
360cc (12oz)
AS6471 Fuselage
AS6472 Wing
Fuselage(1)
Left Wing(1)
Right Wing(1)
Wing Bolt(2)
Plywood
Wing Joiners(3)
Servo Case(2)
2X8mm Washer
Wood Screw(8)
Machine
Guns(2)
Retract Servo
Mount(4)
AS6473 Horizontal Tail
Horizontal Tail
CA Hinge(6)
CA Hinge(3)
AS6474 Vertical Tail
Vertical Fin/Rudder(1)
Captain Eddy(1)
No.3019
Captain Eddy
AS6475 Cowling
Cowling(1)
2X8mm Washer
Wood Screw(6)
3296 Wheel
Wheel(2)
AS6477 Canopy
Canopy(1)
Cockpit(1)
2X8mm Washer
Wood Screw(5)
AS6478 Linkages
Straight
Threaded End(2)
Clevis(4)
Z-Bend Threaded End 2)
3264 Fuel Tank
Tank(1)
Silicone
Tub(1)
Fuel
Stopper(1)
Straight
Nipple(1)
Cap(1)
Crank
Weight(1)
90-degree
Nipple(1)
AS6007 Scale Tail Gear
3X12mm
Wood Screw(1)
3X15mm
Wood Screw(1)
3X3mm
Set Screw(1)
AS6479
Control Horn
Control Horn(4)
Back
Plate(4)
2X20mm
Screw(4)
2X15mm
Screw(4)
PE0009 EZ Connector
1.5mm
Hex Wrench
EZ Connector(1)
3X3mm
Set Screw(1)
M2 Washer(1)
M2 Nut(1)
No.3278-Y Spinner
Spinner
Back Plate(1)
Spinner(1)
3X15mm Self-
Tapping Screw(4)
AS6458 OBL Motor Mount
6/32X18mm
Screw (4)
Sink Head
Screw (4)
OBL Motor Mount (1)
Main Gear
Wire
3X12mm
Wood Screw(8)
Landing
Gear Strap(4)
Collar(2)
3X5mm Screw(2)
Left Mount
Beam (1)
Right Mount
Beam (1)
No.3 03 Adjustable
Engine 1Mount
3X18mm
Wood Screw (4)
Engine Mount Plate(1)
AS6476 Decal
Fillet ( / , / )1L1R
1/4" Blind
Nut(2)
Scoop(1)
Radiator(1)
Landing
Gear Mount(2)
Fairing(1)
Elevator Joiner
Exhaust Vent(2)
Aileron Pushrod(2)
Inner Tube(1/L,1/S)
Guide Tube(1)
Throttle Pushrod (1)
Tail Gear(1)
Tail Wheel(1)
Collar(1)
Wheel Well(1/L,1/R)
Wheel Door(1/L.1/R)
Wheel Door Retainer
AS6481 Landing Gear
AS6480 Wheel Door
JE6767
JE6783
JE6784
JE6785
PARTS DRAWINGS PARTS DRAWINGS
Radiator Vent (1)
6/32X24mm
Screw (4)
Retract Gear Pushrod(2)
3X16mm Sink
Wood Screw(8)
AS6482 Wheel Door
Retainer
No.3023 Retract
Servo Link
Retract Servo Link(2)
E Clip(2)
M2 Nut(2)
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PARTS CHECK LIST WING
1. Remove aileron from the wing, CA three hinges on the
aileron.
2. Next attach the aileron on to the wing and apply CA to
the hinge area. Make sure the aileron is firmly secured
in place.
3. With the wing panel upside down, locate the servo well
and cut an X from corner to corner by using an hobby knife.
4. Use a sealing iron to tack down the covering inside
the servo well.
5. Secure the aileron servo in place, the hatch cover
shown is for left wing.
Connect servo to RX and turn on radio to make sure
servo is in neutral position then secure the control horn.
6. Attach the 12" aileron extension lead to the servo and
tape the connector to prevent from loosening. Locate a
string which is in the servo well, tie the string on the
connector and use mask tape to tape the connector so it
is easier to pass through the ribs.
Fuselage(1)
1/4" Blind Nut(2)
Fillet(1/L,1/R)
Left Wing(1)
Right Wing(1)
Retract Servo Mount(4)
Landing Gear Mount(2)
Scoop(1)
Fairing(1)
Plywood Wing Joiners(3)
Servo Case(2)
Wing Bolt(2)
Machine Guns(2)
Radiator(1)
Horizontal Tail
Elevator Joiner
CA Hinge(6)
Wheel(2)
Fuel Tank(1)
Silicon Tub(1)
Fuel Stopper(1)
Straight Nipple(1)
Cap(1)
Crank Weight(1)
90-Degree Nipple(1)
EZ Connector(1)
1.5mm Hex Wrench(1)
Radiator Vent (1)
Captain Eddy(1)
Main Gear Wire(1)
Landing Gear Strap(4)
Collar(2)
Wheel Well(1/L,1/R)
Wheel Door(1/L,1/R)
Wheel Door Retainer
Left Mount Beam(1)
Right Mount Beam(1)
Engine Mount Plate(1)
Wheel Door Retainer
M2 Washer(1)
M2 Nut(3)
2X20 Screw(4)
2X15 Screw(4)
3X5mm Screw(2)
3X3mm Set Screw(2)
6/32X18mm Screw(4)
6/32X24 Screw(4)
3X12mm Wood Screw(9)
3X15mm Wood Screw(1)
3X18mm Wood Screw(4)
2X8mm Washer Wood Screw(19)
3X15mm Self-Tapping Screw(4)
3X16mm Sink Wood Screw(8)
E Clip(2)
Retract Servo Link(2)
Canopy(1)
Cockpit(1)
Straight Threaded End(2)
Clevis(4)
Z-Bend Threaded End(2)
Aileron Pushrod(2)
Inner Tube(1/L,1/S)
Guide Tube(1)
Throttle Pushrod(1)
Tail Gear(1)
Tail Wheel(1)
Collar(1)
Control Horn(4)
Back Plate(4)
Vertical Fin/Rudder(1)
CA Hinge(3)
Spinner(1)
Spinner Back Plate(1)
OBL Motor Mount(1)
Sink Head Screw(4)
Cowling(1)
Exhaust Vent(2)
Retract Gear Pushrod(2)
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