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This 17-minute tutorial demonstrates how to build the world's lightest 3D printed RC plane, a Cessna 170 model weighing just 75g with a 630mm wingspan. Learn the complete build process from printing to assembly, with detailed segments covering Bambu Lab printer settings specifically optimized for RC aircraft, wing and fuselage assembly techniques, and electronics installation. Watch flight demonstrations of the completed model and access a comprehensive parts list including receiver options, motor/ESC combinations, battery recommendations, and servo choices. Download the STL files from the creator's website to print your own ultralight RC plane, with approximately 15 hours of print time required.
Syllabus
00:00 How to Build a 3D Printed RC Cessna 170
01:25 Cessna 170 Flight
03:50 Full Build Video
04:57 Bambu Lab Printer Settings for RC Plane
06:59 Wing Assembly
07:15 How to assemble the Wing
08:02 How to assemble the Fuselage
10:46 How to install the electronics
Taught by
Troy McMillan