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This manual provides comprehensive assembly instructions for the Top Flite TOPZ9300 Nobler ARF, a control line stunt model originally designed by George Aldrich. It covers kit inspection, building steps including wing and fuselage assembly, engine mounting, and final details like canopy installation and decal application.
The document also includes essential safety precautions specific to fiberglass components and glow engines, recommended hardware and consumables (such as Great Planes adhesives and specific line sizes), and a checklist for preflight inspection. It guides users from initial build through balancing the center of gravity and propellers to safe takeoff and landing procedures.
| Wingspan | 50.5 in [1,285mm] |
|---|---|
| Wing Area | 500 sq in [32.2 dm2] |
| Weight | 42 – 50 oz [1,190 – 1,420g] |
| Wing Loading | 12 – 14 oz/sq ft [37 – 43 g/dm2] |
| Length | 38.5 in [980mm] |
| Recommended Engine Size | .35 – .46 cu in [5.5 – 7.5cc] |
A .35-.46 cu in two-stroke glow engine is recommended, with test models performing well using an O.S. MAX .40 LA-S.
.018" [.46mm] multi-strand lines are recommended if flying with a .46 engine.
You must wear safety goggles, a particle mask, and rubber gloves when grinding or drilling fiberglass parts.