ASH 26 ... simply masterful!
The full-size ASH 26 was developed and built by the Schleicher company in Poppenhausen. The machine is available both as a pure glider and as a powered version with retractable engine, in which form it is known as the ASH 26 E. Unlike most 18m gliders, which are just “bored-out” standard-class machines, the full-size ASH 26 was designed from the outset as an 18m glider. As a result its performance is close to that of a classic open-class sailplane, but with significantly better handling.Emulating the full-size aircraft, our model of the ASH 26 constitutes a sweet-handling machine with an extraordinarily wide flight envelope coupled with an impressive scale appearance.
Flight characteristics
The model is extremely stable in the air, and its overall handling and response is very rewarding. The speed range is enormously wide and the way this machine converts excess speed into height is simply amazing!
Technical characteristics
The Master Edition wing with carbon reinforced D-box are pressed in CNC milled forms and supplied fully pre-sanded. The leading edges and elegant upturned wing tips are integral to the wing. The ailerons and camber changing flaps are finished with Elastikflap technology. The huge main spar, reinforced with carbon braid runs all the way to the middle of the ailerons and is bonded to both upper and lower wing skins. A second spar bridges the aileron servo box. The factory installed 12 mm diameter steel wing joiner is of hardened steel and is reinforced at the centre with a steel tube.
Contestline-Equipment
- Wings are available as Carbon Master Edition
- High quality fibreglass fuselage with integrated fin
- All control surfaces pre-fabricated and incorporating Elastikflap Technology for ultimate precision and minimum drag
- Pre-fabricated rudder and horizontal stabilizer with pre-installed elevator bellcrank
- Pre-installed wing joining system
- Pre-moulded scale cockpit and clear canopy
- Complete accessory kit
- Tangent universal servo frame set
- Decorative decal set
- Also available pre-covered in Top foil and hand finished, including decoration
Customer quotes:
Test FMT 02 / 2001:
...A very stable model...
...A very comprehensive kit, a pleasure to build and to fly...
...Rock-solid behind the tug...
...Excellent energy retention...
"A good choice as a first large scale glider. An exceptionally stable flyer, always rock solid behind the tug". Allan Arthurs, UK
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