Balsa Wood Airplane Model Kit DIY

Product Title: Sunbird 1600mm 63" Balsawood RC Glider Kit | Airframe Only No Electronics DIY Sailplane 500g

️ Sunbird 1600mm (63") Balsa Wood Glider Airframe Kit – A Pure Thermal Hunting Machine! Crafted for dedicated builders and soaring enthusiasts. This listing offers the "Airframe Only" (KIT) version of our acclaimed Sunbird sailplane. It contains ZERO electronic components (No Motor, No ESC, No Servos). If you demand full control over your power system, this is the ultimate platform to build your dream thermal hunter.

Precise Specifications (Model: Sunbird)

Wingspan: 1600mm (63 inch)


Length: 850mm (33.5 inch)


Flying Weight (Ready to Fly): ≈ 500g (Depends on your install)


Material: High-quality Balsa Wood & Light Plywood


Assembly Difficulty: Hard (Requires skilled craftsmanship)


Flying Difficulty: Normal (Enjoy thermal soaring)

What's in the Box (KIT Only)?

Precise laser-cut balsa wood parts (Wings, Fuselage, Tail set).


Complete hardware pack (Carbon tubes, landing gear, pull rods, servo mounts, canopy magnets).


️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: This listing is strictly for the Airframe only. Motor, ESC, Servos, Battery, Propeller, Radio gear, and Glue are NOT included.

Recommended Power Setup (For your reference only):

Motor: MM2212 1100KV Brushless


ESC: 20A 2-3S Brushless


Servos: 9g * 4pcs


Propeller: 7-8 inch Folded Prop


Battery: 2S-3S 800-1500mAh LiPo


Radio: ≥4CH

Compliance & Customs Info (Read before buy)

Zero RF / EMC Risk: This product contains NO electronic circuits. It is completely EXEMPT from FCC (USA), CE-RED (EU), and EMC certifications. No certificates are required for clearing customs.


Fixed-Wing Category: This is an RC Fixed-Wing Sailplane (NOT a drone/UAV/Quadcopter).


HS Code: It will be declared as 9503008000 (Models & Toys) for 100% smooth global clearance. Do NOT expect any "Drone/UAV" keywords on the shipping label.

️ Assembly & Safety Notes

Glue: CA glue or Epoxy is required but NOT included due to air shipping restrictions. Please purchase foam-safe glue locally.


Precision Build: This is a complex balsa kit that requires experience in sanding, fitting, and aligning components. Please read the manual carefully before starting.


Safety: Not a toy. Under 14s must be supervised. Always turn Transmitter ON before Receiver.

Pro Tips for Your Glider Build: For a 500g dry airframe, the recommended 2212 1100KV motor paired with a 3S 1300mAh battery and folding prop provides excellent climb performance, allowing you to quickly catch thermals and enjoy long soaring sessions. The T-tail design offers superior stability and precise rudder control during slow glide.