VQ SBD-5 DAUNTLESS Instruction Manual
The vq SBD-5 Dauntless is a U.S Navy dive bomber model designed for experienced model builders. Its large wingspan of 1540mm and powerful engine options make it capable of thrilling aerobatic maneuvers. With a construction that blends balsa and plywood, this model achieves a lightweight yet durable airframe.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Wingspan:.........................1540mm (61.4in)
Length:................................1060mm (46 in)
Electric Motor:.....................See next pager
Glow Engine:.................... .46 2-T / .70 4-T
RTF Weight: 3.2Kg / 7.05lbs (Will vary with
Equipment Used).
Radio:....................7-8 Channel / 7-8 Servos
Function: Ailerons-Elevator-Rudder-Throttle
Flaps-Optional Retractable Landing Gear.
WARNING! This radio controlled model is NOT a toy. If modified or flown carelessly it could go out of controll and
cause serious human injury or property damage. Before flying your airplane, ensure the air field is spacious enough.
Always fly it outdoors in safe areas and seek professional advice if you are unexperienced.
ACHTUNG! Dieses ferngesteuerte Modell ist KEIN Spielzeug! Es ist für fortgeschrittene Modellflugpiloten bestimmt,
die ausreichende Erfahrung im Umgang mit derartigen Modellen besitzen. Bei unsachgemässer Verwendung kann
hoher Personen- und/oder Sachschaden entstehen. Fragen Sie in einem Modellbauverein in Ihrer Nähe um
professionelle Unterstätzung, wenn Sie Hilfe im Bau und Betrieb benötigen. Der Zusammenbau dieses Modells ist
durch die vielen Abbildungen selbsterklärend und ist für fortgeschrittene, erfahrene Modellbauer bestimmt.
Radio control model / Flugmodel
ALL BALSA, PLYWOOD CONSTRUCTION AND ALMOST READY TO FLY
U.S NAVY DIVE BOMBER
Instruction manual / Montageanleitung
TECHNISCHE DATEN
Spannweite:...................................1540mm
Lange:............................................1060mm
Elektroantrieb.............(siehe nächste Seite)
Verbrennerantrieb:...............7.45cc - 11.5cc
Fluggewicht:.......................................3.2Kg
Fernsteuerung..........7-8 Kanal / 7-8 Servos
VQ No: VQA120
Wingspan:.........................1540mm (61.4in)
Length:................................1060mm (46 in)
Electric Motor:.....................See next pager
Glow Engine:.................... .46 2-T / .70 4-T
RTF Weight: 3.2Kg / 7.05lbs (Will vary with
Equipment Used).
Radio:....................7-8 Channel / 7-8 Servos
Function: Ailerons-Elevator-Rudder-Throttle
Flaps-Optional Retractable Landing Gear.
WARNING! This radio controlled model is NOT a toy. If modified or flown carelessly it could go out of controll and
cause serious human injury or property damage. Before flying your airplane, ensure the air field is spacious enough.
Always fly it outdoors in safe areas and seek professional advice if you are unexperienced.
ACHTUNG! Dieses ferngesteuerte Modell ist KEIN Spielzeug! Es ist für fortgeschrittene Modellflugpiloten bestimmt,
die ausreichende Erfahrung im Umgang mit derartigen Modellen besitzen. Bei unsachgemässer Verwendung kann
hoher Personen- und/oder Sachschaden entstehen. Fragen Sie in einem Modellbauverein in Ihrer Nähe um
professionelle Unterstätzung, wenn Sie Hilfe im Bau und Betrieb benötigen. Der Zusammenbau dieses Modells ist
durch die vielen Abbildungen selbsterklärend und ist für fortgeschrittene, erfahrene Modellbauer bestimmt.
Radio control model / Flugmodel
ALL BALSA, PLYWOOD CONSTRUCTION AND ALMOST READY TO FLY
U.S NAVY DIVE BOMBER
Instruction manual / Montageanleitung
TECHNISCHE DATEN
Spannweite:...................................1540mm
Lange:............................................1060mm
Elektroantrieb.............(siehe nächste Seite)
Verbrennerantrieb:...............7.45cc - 11.5cc
Fluggewicht:.......................................3.2Kg
Fernsteuerung..........7-8 Kanal / 7-8 Servos
VQ No: VQA120

1.5mm
A B
!
CA L/R Assemble left and right
sides the same way. X
Drill holes using the stated
size of drill
(in this case 1.5 mm )
Use epoxy glue
Take particular care here Hatched-in areas:
remove covering
film carefully
Not included.
These parts must be
purchased separately
Check during assembly that these
parts move freely, without binding
Apply cyano glue
SILICON CA
GLUE
Silicon sealer Cyanoacrylate Glue (thin type)
Minimum 7 channel radio
with 7 (6 for EP) standard servos
and one servo mini.
.60 ~.70 - 4 cycle
10.5x6 for .40 - 2 cycle engine
11x6 for .46 - 2 cycle engine
12x6 for .60 - 4 cycle engine
12x7 for .70 - 4 cycle engine
13x7 - 13x8 for electric motor
Silicone tube
Extension cord for aileron servos: 50cm(x2)
.46 ~ .50 - 2 cycle
TOLLS REQUIRED
Hobby knife
Needle nose Pliers
Phillip screw driver
Awl
Scissors
Wire Cutters
(Purchase separately) Hex Wrench
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Sander
Masking tape - Straight Edged Ruler - Pen or pencil - Drill and Assorted Drill Bits
Read through the manual before you begin, so you will have an overall idea of what to do.
Symbols used throughout this instruction manual, comprise:
(Purchase separately)
.Motor control x1(for GP) .Elevator x1
.Rudder x1. Aileron x2. R-L Flap x2
CONVERSION TABLE
1.0mm = 3/64”
1.5mm = 1/16”
2.0mm = 5/64”
2.5mm = 3/32”
3.0mm = 1/8”
4.0mm = 5/32”
5.0mm = 13/64”
6.0mm = 15/64”
10mm = 13/32”
12mm = 15/32”
15mm = 19/32”
20mm = 51/64”
25mm = 1”
30mm = 1-3/16”
45mm = 1-51/64”
If exposed to direct sunlight and/or heat, wrinkels can appear. Storing the
model in a cool place will let the wrinkles disappear. Otherwise, remove
wrinkles in covering film with a hair dryer, starting with
low temperature. You can fix the corners by using a hot iron.
Bei Sonneneinstrahlung und/oder Wärme kann die Folie erschlaffen bzw. Falten
entstehen. Verwenden Sie ein Warumluftgebläse (Haartrockner) um evtl. Falten aus der Folie
zu bekommen. Die Kanten können Sie mit einem Bügeleisen behandeln. Nicht zuviel Hitze anwenden !
REQUIRED FOR OPERATION (Purchase separately)
Low seting
700-800W Brushless Motor
5 cell 4500mAh LiPo battery
Extension cord for flap servos: 50cm(x2)
Extension cord for retract servos: 30cm(x2)
Extension cord for Rx battery pack: 20cm(x1)
.Center flap x1mini Spinner hub
EPOXY A
EPOXY B
Epoxy Glue
(30 minute type)
A B
!
CA L/R Assemble left and right
sides the same way. X
Drill holes using the stated
size of drill
(in this case 1.5 mm )
Use epoxy glue
Take particular care here Hatched-in areas:
remove covering
film carefully
Not included.
These parts must be
purchased separately
Check during assembly that these
parts move freely, without binding
Apply cyano glue
SILICON CA
GLUE
Silicon sealer Cyanoacrylate Glue (thin type)
Minimum 7 channel radio
with 7 (6 for EP) standard servos
and one servo mini.
.60 ~.70 - 4 cycle
10.5x6 for .40 - 2 cycle engine
11x6 for .46 - 2 cycle engine
12x6 for .60 - 4 cycle engine
12x7 for .70 - 4 cycle engine
13x7 - 13x8 for electric motor
Silicone tube
Extension cord for aileron servos: 50cm(x2)
.46 ~ .50 - 2 cycle
TOLLS REQUIRED
Hobby knife
Needle nose Pliers
Phillip screw driver
Awl
Scissors
Wire Cutters
(Purchase separately) Hex Wrench
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Sander
Masking tape - Straight Edged Ruler - Pen or pencil - Drill and Assorted Drill Bits
Read through the manual before you begin, so you will have an overall idea of what to do.
Symbols used throughout this instruction manual, comprise:
(Purchase separately)
.Motor control x1(for GP) .Elevator x1
.Rudder x1. Aileron x2. R-L Flap x2
CONVERSION TABLE
1.0mm = 3/64”
1.5mm = 1/16”
2.0mm = 5/64”
2.5mm = 3/32”
3.0mm = 1/8”
4.0mm = 5/32”
5.0mm = 13/64”
6.0mm = 15/64”
10mm = 13/32”
12mm = 15/32”
15mm = 19/32”
20mm = 51/64”
25mm = 1”
30mm = 1-3/16”
45mm = 1-51/64”
If exposed to direct sunlight and/or heat, wrinkels can appear. Storing the
model in a cool place will let the wrinkles disappear. Otherwise, remove
wrinkles in covering film with a hair dryer, starting with
low temperature. You can fix the corners by using a hot iron.
Bei Sonneneinstrahlung und/oder Wärme kann die Folie erschlaffen bzw. Falten
entstehen. Verwenden Sie ein Warumluftgebläse (Haartrockner) um evtl. Falten aus der Folie
zu bekommen. Die Kanten können Sie mit einem Bügeleisen behandeln. Nicht zuviel Hitze anwenden !
REQUIRED FOR OPERATION (Purchase separately)
Low seting
700-800W Brushless Motor
5 cell 4500mAh LiPo battery
Extension cord for flap servos: 50cm(x2)
Extension cord for retract servos: 30cm(x2)
Extension cord for Rx battery pack: 20cm(x1)
.Center flap x1mini Spinner hub
EPOXY A
EPOXY B
Epoxy Glue
(30 minute type)

2 mm
1B
1F
CA
CACenter flap
servo
Control horn
...........1
Push the wooden dowel to the
hole up to the center line
Thin CA
Thin CA
1A BOTTOM-VIEW
1G
BOTTOM-VIEW
Main
landing gear
Gear
mount
1C
3x20mm
Nylon gear
strap 2mm
3x20mm
Ply gear
mount flat
Square
plastic
2mm
3x15mm
BOTTOM-VIEW
1D
1E
1-WING
1B
1F
CA
CACenter flap
servo
Control horn
...........1
Push the wooden dowel to the
hole up to the center line
Thin CA
Thin CA
1A BOTTOM-VIEW
1G
BOTTOM-VIEW
Main
landing gear
Gear
mount
1C
3x20mm
Nylon gear
strap 2mm
3x20mm
Ply gear
mount flat
Square
plastic
2mm
3x15mm
BOTTOM-VIEW
1D
1E
1-WING

2A
2B
2C
CENTER
WING
SECTION
BOTTOM
Retract servo
Retract servo
X
Install the retract servo onto the retract
servo mount and secure it in place with
four screw (included with radio set).
Note: The head of servo should be positioned
toward the front of the wing.
RETRACT SERVO INSTALLATION
1mm
TOP-VIEW
CENTER WING - TOP VIEW
Ensure smooth
non-binding movement
Link the servo and retract gear arm with
push rod.
Be sure to adjust the stroke so that the
landing gear locks in both up and down
position.
2mm
3x15mm
Retract pushrod BOTTOM-VIEW
Aileron and flap
extension cord
2-WING
2B
2C
CENTER
WING
SECTION
BOTTOM
Retract servo
Retract servo
X
Install the retract servo onto the retract
servo mount and secure it in place with
four screw (included with radio set).
Note: The head of servo should be positioned
toward the front of the wing.
RETRACT SERVO INSTALLATION
1mm
TOP-VIEW
CENTER WING - TOP VIEW
Ensure smooth
non-binding movement
Link the servo and retract gear arm with
push rod.
Be sure to adjust the stroke so that the
landing gear locks in both up and down
position.
2mm
3x15mm
Retract pushrod BOTTOM-VIEW
Aileron and flap
extension cord
2-WING















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