Guillow Cessna 172 Skyhawk Balsa Model Aircraft Kit

Claimed by its maker the Cessna Aircraft Co. of Wichita, Kansas to be the best selling single engine airplane in the world, the Skyhawk can take four adults and their baggage at 134 M.P.H. for 450 non-stop miles and still have 45 minutes of reserve fuel. Over 17,000 of these aircraft are in service around the world. Model 172 specifications: wing span, 35"-10"; wing area, 175.5 square feet; length, 26'-11"; height, 8'-9.5"; service ceiling 13,100 feet; power, 4 cylinder engine 150 rated H.P. at 2700 R.P.M.; speed, at sea level, 139 M.P.H.

Detailed Scale

Beautiful large scale balsa models, from the famous Stearman PT-17 trainer to the history making Spirit of St. Louis. Our latest release, the DC-3, can also be built as a C-47 and decals & instructions to build either model are included. Each model is a small but faithful replica of an airplane widely known for deeds in wartime or, like the Cessna Skyhawk, for its present day popularity. Here is model building worthy of the time and effort, you would be hard pressed to find a finer kit available. Scale models as only Guillow makes them, kits contain the best quality materials and instructions that have made Guillow kits the "Best in Balsa".

Model Kits

Quality scale balsa model airplane kits. These model construction kits have scale realism for the super detail fan and light weight for those who build and fly. Each model is a small but faithful replica of an airplane widely known for deeds in wartime or present day popularity.