Ventus
The Ventus 2C glider from Schempp-Hirth is a high performance single-seat glider. Building on the experience of previous models, and utlising the latest construction techniques, the Ventus has been designed with excellent handling and performance characteristics. Utilising a high aspect polyhedral wing, the flight performance of the Ventus is viceless, stable and predictable. The high aerodynamic efficiency results in a glider that is capable of both very high speed and stable low speed performance.

The 4-4.8 m 1:3.75 super scale model of the Ventus reproduces the performance and elegance of the full size glider. Based on the latest variant of the Ventus, the fuselage is longer and more elegant than the older Ventus designs.

The wings and control surfaces are reproduced in very accurate hollow moulded construction. The HQ airfoil used on this and most other EMS models, is well proven and gives this model its versatile and smooth flying characteristics. The wing tips incorporate the latest Maughmer designed winglets that both increase the aerodynamic efficiency and enhance the beauty of the model.

The cockpit on this scale model is completely finished with scale details such as instrument panels, control columns, upholstered seats and seat harnesses. Even the hinge and latching of the canopy are scale; the canopy is hinged at the side and the locking mechanism is a scale reproduction of the original.

Other scale details include the retractable landing wheel, aero-tow hook. the bold body graphics and accurate and elegant tail structure. The fuselage body is moulded in high-gloss GRP.

The model is ideal for aero-towing, but also suitable for slope flying or winch launching.

Self Launch System (Option)

The Ventus is available with a scale self launch system which re-designates the model as a Ventus 2c M.

The addition of this option makes the aircraft ideal for the scale-flyer who does not have access to aero-tow facilities. The self-launch system will allow the flyer rolling take-off and multiple climbs when conditions are less than favourable.

If this option is required, the self launch unit comes pre-installed in the fuselage behind the cockpit. The strength of the fuselage is maintained by mounting the self launch unit inside a carbon-fibre housing and by use of additional strengthening within the fuselage. The up-and-go unit is constructed in fibreglass so that it is strong and light. Pre-hinged doors and a special servo to raise and lower the unit are included.

 

Features GRP fuselage – high gloss Hood - (like original) with support rod, laterally opening by hinges Instrument panel GRP seat Harness Control stick Dragging clutch in hook execution Horizontal tail unit & vertical stabilizer to decrease (easily) Frame construction in the tail fin, which takes  elevator servo Scale retractable landing gear with brake and tail landing gear to for protection from damage on takeoff and landing GRP flying surfaces -  two different versions (standard design and Winglets) ALU double spoilers - inside locks two of metal mono block hold the bearing areas with 4 kg each to the fuselage

Gallery Click on on image to see the Ventus Gallery

Motorised Self Start Version

The discus 2b is available as a motorised self-start version.