Graphite 2e
Product Code: GRAPHITE-2E
Description
Graphite 2e
The Vladimir's Models Graphite 2e is a 3.1m no compromise high performance glider/hotliner for experienced r/c electric glider modellers. The aerodynamic qualities have been further improved over the original Graphite with the assistance of Dr Drela.
The wing uses the popular MH32 section, is all molded, and of exceptional quality and surface finish, with the lay-up designed to combine extraordinary strength with comparative low weight.
The resulting performance is outstanding, and the glider’s toughness allows it to survive the rigours of competition and slope flying. Suitable for F5J competitions.
See this copy of a lost RCMF Hyperflight / Vladimir's model Graphite 2E Build Thread for a very high quality build log, with excellent photos, and flight reports.
Construction
The kit is very highly prefabricated, and can be assembled in a short time.
Fuselage - coloured, gelcoated and laminated in the aluminium mould. It's made of kevlar and carbon and has a removable nosecone. Its keel for the RC mounting is made of carbon together with the ballast mounting tube.
Wing - coloured, three-section gel coated and laminated in the aluminium mould, has sandwich construction and is made of the materials according to the version. It has a high-tech carbon spar and joiners. THE AILERONS and flaps are completely ready and hinged. They also have wipers closing up the slot when aileron/flap operates.
Tailplane - coloured two section gel coated and laminated in the aluminium mould, has sandwich construction and is made of HEREX and fiberglass. It has a carbon spar and joiners. The elevators are ready and hinged. They have wipers closing up the slot.
Accessories - screws, horns, clevis, metal plugs wing pushrods, carbon pushrod for the elevator, servos covering plates and tow hook. They are of exceptional quality
Non-supplied parts - all r/c receiver, battery, switch, connectors, servo mounts. For the electric version: motor, gear, speed controller, battery, spinner, propeller.
Versions
One some sites you may see photos of the V tail version, but we will normally supply the glass wing cross tail version with glider and electric fuses. Carbon wing and V tail versions are available to special order. Our thanks to Justin Barber for use of his excellent Graphite-2e photos. See the glider product page for more Graphite-2 images.
The Vladimir's Models Graphite 2e can be built down to nearly 2Kg by using very light servos and a lightweight powertrain, making it very competitive in UK eSoaring 200W/kg contests with max power allowance of 400W. However for general fun flying more substantial servos and a large 1KW powertrain will result in a flying weight of about 2.5Kg
Recommended Powertrains
Kontronik Kira 500-30 with 6.7:1 box, 18x10 prop, 4S 3ah LiPo (62A, 3300 fpm)
Hacker B50 9S with 6.7:1 box, 17x10 prop, 3S 2.5ah LiPo (84A, 2900 fpm)
Hacker B50 9S with 6.7:1 box, 16x10 prop, 3S 2.5ah LiPo (69A, 2400 fpm)
Kontronik Kira 500-36 with 6.7:1 box, 17x11 prop, 3S 2ah LiPo (63A, 2400 fpm)
Kontronik Kira 500-36 with 6.7:1 box, 16x13 prop, 3S 2ah LiPo (59A, 2050 fpm)
Kontronik Kira 500-36 with 6.7:1 box, 16x10 prop, 3S 2ah LiPo (47A, 1900 fpm)
The wing uses the popular MH32 section, is all molded, and of exceptional quality and surface finish, with the lay-up designed to combine extraordinary strength with comparative low weight.
The resulting performance is outstanding, and the glider’s toughness allows it to survive the rigours of competition and slope flying. Suitable for F5J competitions.
See this copy of a lost RCMF Hyperflight / Vladimir's model Graphite 2E Build Thread for a very high quality build log, with excellent photos, and flight reports.
Construction
The kit is very highly prefabricated, and can be assembled in a short time.
Fuselage - coloured, gelcoated and laminated in the aluminium mould. It's made of kevlar and carbon and has a removable nosecone. Its keel for the RC mounting is made of carbon together with the ballast mounting tube.
Wing - coloured, three-section gel coated and laminated in the aluminium mould, has sandwich construction and is made of the materials according to the version. It has a high-tech carbon spar and joiners. THE AILERONS and flaps are completely ready and hinged. They also have wipers closing up the slot when aileron/flap operates.
Tailplane - coloured two section gel coated and laminated in the aluminium mould, has sandwich construction and is made of HEREX and fiberglass. It has a carbon spar and joiners. The elevators are ready and hinged. They have wipers closing up the slot.
Accessories - screws, horns, clevis, metal plugs wing pushrods, carbon pushrod for the elevator, servos covering plates and tow hook. They are of exceptional quality
Non-supplied parts - all r/c receiver, battery, switch, connectors, servo mounts. For the electric version: motor, gear, speed controller, battery, spinner, propeller.
Versions
One some sites you may see photos of the V tail version, but we will normally supply the glass wing cross tail version with glider and electric fuses. Carbon wing and V tail versions are available to special order. Our thanks to Justin Barber for use of his excellent Graphite-2e photos. See the glider product page for more Graphite-2 images.
| Graphite 2e Specification | ||
| Wing span | 3.1 m | 122 in |
| Wing area | 64.5 dm | 1000 sq in |
| Length | 1.515 m | 60 in |
| RTF weight | 2030 g - 2500 g | 72-88 oz |
| Wing loading | 31-39 g/dm2. 10.3-12.7 oz/sq ft | |
| Wing airfoil | MH32 | |
| Stabilizer airfoil | HT14-HT12 | |
| Centre of Gravity | 108-112 mm from wing leading edge | |
| Controls | Elevator, rudder, flaps, ailerons | |
The Vladimir's Models Graphite 2e can be built down to nearly 2Kg by using very light servos and a lightweight powertrain, making it very competitive in UK eSoaring 200W/kg contests with max power allowance of 400W. However for general fun flying more substantial servos and a large 1KW powertrain will result in a flying weight of about 2.5Kg
| Graphite 2e Weights | |
| Tip panels | 491 g |
| Centre section | 571 g |
| Tailplane | 50 g |
| Electric fuse | 185 g |
| Electric nose | 83 g |
| Accessories | 100 g |
| Total weight | 1480 g (52.2 oz) |
| Control Movements | |
| Elevator | 18 mm up / 18 mm down |
| Rudder | 35 mm left / 35 mm right |
| Ailerons | 17 mm up / 10 mm down |
| Flaps | 5mm up / 75 degrees down |
| Recommended Servos | |
| Elevator & rudder | MKS DS6100, Hyperion DS09-AMD, DS 11-* or DS12-*, MKS DS65K |
| Ailerons | KST DS135MG, MKS DS6125 Mini, MKS DS6100, Hyperion DS09-AMD, MKS DS65K |
| Flaps | KST DS125, MKS DS6125 Mini, MKS DS6125, Futaba S3150 |
Recommended Powertrains
Kontronik Kira 500-30 with 6.7:1 box, 18x10 prop, 4S 3ah LiPo (62A, 3300 fpm)
Hacker B50 9S with 6.7:1 box, 17x10 prop, 3S 2.5ah LiPo (84A, 2900 fpm)
Hacker B50 9S with 6.7:1 box, 16x10 prop, 3S 2.5ah LiPo (69A, 2400 fpm)
Kontronik Kira 500-36 with 6.7:1 box, 17x11 prop, 3S 2ah LiPo (63A, 2400 fpm)
Kontronik Kira 500-36 with 6.7:1 box, 16x13 prop, 3S 2ah LiPo (59A, 2050 fpm)
Kontronik Kira 500-36 with 6.7:1 box, 16x10 prop, 3S 2ah LiPo (47A, 1900 fpm)
