transport
one
Continental IO-520
2 x 285 hp ea.
3.260 lbs.
5,600 lbs.
1,242 lbs.
six
32' 0"
36' 11"
225 mph
238 mph
1,665 fpm
19,750 feet
1,765 miles
1/3/53
1954
NitroPlanes rc Cessna 310 (Grand Cruiser).
The rc Cessna 310 (Grand Cruiser) by Nitro Planes has a wingspan of 50 1/2", and it is 43" long. Included are brushless motors, ESC, and servos.
When it first took to the sky in 1953, the rc Cessna 310 set the standard for the light twin aircraft market. It took the aviation industry another five years to catch up. The aircraft are popular with small commercial services as well as with private pilots. The USAF purchased 196 of the aircraft for light utility use.
The rc Cessna 310 from Top Flite.
The rc Cessna 310 from Top Flite has a glass fiber fuse. Wingspan is 81" and length is 66". Power can come from a pair of .46 two cycle engines. Weight will be around 18 lbs..
Owners appreciate the relatively low maintenance costs associated with the rc Cessna 310. Its quiet, large interior, good speed, range, payload, and good looks have all contributed to its popularity.
Model Aero rc Cessna 310.
The rc Cessna 310 by Model Aero profile model has a 32" wingspan and is 25" long. Weight is about 11 oz.
Refinements of the rc Cessna 310 through the years include relocating engine exhausts to under the aircraft's wings. The engine nacelles became more streamlined and were extended past the rear of the wing. The angle of the nose landing gear strut was decreased for better handling. The nose of the rc Cessna 310 was made longer to house avionics and additional luggage, while the entire aircraft received additional streamlining.
Easy Tiger rc Cessna 310.
The rc Cessna 310 by Easy Tiger is a giant scale with a 125" wingspan. It uses 1.40 or 26 cc engines. The fuse is glass fiber and wings are built up wood.
Flying the rc Cessna 310 reveals why some pilots have mixed feelings about the aircraft. Unless you are a basketball player, doing a pre-flight will have you up on tip toes, especially when checking the fuel. The wingtip tanks, which contribute to the aircraft's good looks, have also given cause for concern.
RC Universe has a wealth of information about the rc Cessna 310 from Bud Nosen. It has a 10 foot wingspan, and engines are from .40 to .99.
The fuel gauge of the rc Cessna 310 is not known for its accuracy. The wingtip tanks are considered the aircraft's primary fuel supply and go directly to the engine. A pump must be actuated to transfer fuel from the other tanks to the mains, and these tanks have no means of cross feeding.
The rc Cessna 310 from Hostetler.
Wendell Hostetler has plans for a rc Cessna 310. It has a wingspan of 115" and is 99.7" long. It can be powered with from 1.8 to 3.0 engines. Weight is about 34 lbs.
Huayu Hobby's rc Cessna 310 wingspan is 46" and length is 31". Included are a pair of brushless motors.
Luoyang Iceage rc Cessna 310.
Luoyang Iceage Aeromodelling makes a rc Cessna 310 that is all wood with a wingspan of 92 1/2". It is 77" long with a weight of about 11 lbs. Engines can be .61 two strokes or .91 four strokes.
Fly-Model Factory manufacturers the rc Cessna 310 with a 92 1/2" wingspan.
Raidentech advertises a rc Cessna 310 that is out of stock as of this writing It appears to be the 92.5" wingspan model that is produced by a number of Chinese manufacturers.
The Senye International Trading rc Cessna 310 is the one with the 92 1/2" wingspan.
Losing an engine in the rc Cessna 310 means finding a place to set down immediately. Its best single-engine climb speed is about 115 mph and minimum single-engine control speed is around 92 mph. The best single-engine climb for the aircraft is about 275 fpm.
Huayu Hobby manufacturers the rc Cessna 310. It is a giant scale with a wingspan of 126".
Shenzhen Dynam Industry's rc Cessna 310 comes with a 50 1/2" wingspan.
The JFC Hobby Co. rc Cessna 310 has 126" wingspan and a length of 85 1/2". It needs 1.40 size engine power.
The weight of the fuel carried in the wingtip tanks of the rc Cessna 310 becomes readily noticeable during take off, exhibiting itself through a rolling motion of the aircraft. There really is no countering the motion, and it continues until fuel levels are sufficiently reduced.
G & L Hobbies has rc Cessna 310 parts for sale.
The rc Cessna 310 will not fly itself off of the runway and needs adequate back pressure on the control column to get into the air. The Cessna 310 has a solid feel in pitch at all speeds. It is heavy, but not uncomfortable.
At YouTube skaap2k posted a video of the first flight of his rc Cessna 310, alansnook posted a video of his rc Cessna 310 flying and virginiarobson posted a video of a rc Cessna 310 spinning into the ground.
Landing the longer nose rc Cessna 310 models doesn't present any particular challenges, and anyone familiar with twin engine aircraft will feel comfortable while doing so. Older models, with the short nose, need to keep up their speed on approach. If speed gets too low they will quickly drop onto the runway.
There are several videos of the rc Cessna 310 meeting its demise at myrcplanes.blogspot. com.
While generally inexpensive to maintain, some maintenance items, particularly in older rc Cessna 310 aircraft, do drive up costs. Disc brake maintenance, plus rear spar repair and replacement due to corrosion are two examples. Cracks have also been found in the crankcases and engine cylinders of the IO-520 engines used by the rc Cessna 310.
Cessna 310
