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The World Models 1/4 Scale Piper J-3 Cub / Clipped Wing Cub is a popular radio-controlled (RC) Almost-Ready-to-Fly (ARF) model known for its stable, scale-like flight Wingspan: 104.0 in / 2640 mm (Standard J-3/Super Cub) or 88 in (Clipped Wing version)
• Fuselage Length: 65.0 in / 1650 mm
• Flying Weight: 13.9 to 16.0 lbs (6300–7300 g)
• Wing Area: 1586 sq in
Engine Recommendations
• 2-Stroke: 0.91 size
• 4-Stroke: 1.20 to 1.60 size
• Gasoline: ~30cc engines (such as the DLE-30 or O.S. GT-33)
Key Features
• Quality balsa and plywood built-up construction.
• Detachable two-piece main wing with aluminum joiner tube(s).
• Pre-painted fiberglass cowling and hand iron-on covering film.
• Semi-scale landing gear. Opinions are mixed on Facebook regarding whether the rubber bands/O-rings on the gear provide functional shock absorption or act primarily as cosmetic/retention elements
