Airtruk 60in Model Plans

Airtruk 60 Inch Model Plans

Build a model of one of the most unusual aircraft ever designed. The Transavia PL-12 Airtruk is an Australian agricultural aircraft with a distinctive twin-boom, pusher-propeller configuration that makes it instantly recognisable and a fascinating modelling subject.

Plan Details

• Wingspan: 60 inches
• Construction: Traditional balsa wood
• Power: Glow or electric engine
• Type: Scale RC model aircraft

About the Airtruk

Designed by Luigi Pellarini and manufactured in Australia by Transavia, the PL-12 Airtruk was designed for aerial top-dressing (crop dusting) with the pilot sitting above a large hopper that could carry fertiliser, seed or spray. The twin-boom configuration with a rear-mounted pusher propeller gave unobstructed forward vision and allowed easy loading of the hopper from a truck. The Airtruk also appeared in the 1985 film “Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome.”

Construction

Traditional balsa construction. The twin-boom layout adds interest and challenge to the build. The unusual configuration makes this a standout model at any flying field. Suitable for intermediate to advanced builders.

Download Details

Format: Full-size PDF plan. Instant download after purchase.