Atlas 60 Size Classic Pattern Plane
Regular price
$265.50
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World Champion Performance. Legendary Design.
The Atlas 60 is a true icon of RC pattern flying—designed by Wolfgang Matt and flown to victory at the 1975 World Championships in Bern. With its clean lines, precise handling, and championship pedigree, the Atlas has earned its place alongside classics like the Taurus, Citron, and Kwik-Fli.
This aircraft isn’t just a piece of history—it’s a masterclass in functional design. Admired by competitors and revered by builders, the Atlas delivers smooth, balanced performance and excels in precision maneuvers. It’s a model that grows on you, and one that continues to impress decades after its debut.
Design Highlights:
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Proven World Champion design
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Straight-taper wing for consistent roll performance
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Large elevators for soft pitch response
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Side-mounted engine for clean profile and balance
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Designed for precision—not brute speed
Exclusive:
At HangarOneKits.com, we’ve faithfully recreated the Atlas 60 with modern precision:
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Professionally redrawn plans using advanced CAD software
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Laser-cut parts for flawless fit and finish
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True-to-original replication of Wolfgang Matt’s winning design
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Ideal for experienced builders seeking a championship-caliber aircraft
Whether you're chasing podiums or building for the love of classic pattern flying, the Atlas 60 offers unmatched heritage and performance.
Build the champion. Fly the legend.
Specifications:
- Wingspan: 65" / 1650mm
- Number of channels: 6
- Recommended engine size: 60 two stroke, 91 four stroke or 4-6 cell electric equivalent
- Includes full sized rolled plan and the designers original construction article
- Canopy and Cowling
Materials Required For Short Kit Airframe Completion:
(These materials are included in the Complete Airframe Kit)
- 1.5 x 75 x 915 Balsa Sheet x 2
- 12.5 x 75 x 915 Balsa Sheet x 1
- 3.0 x 6.5 x 915 Balsa Sticks x 4
- 5.0 x 9.5 x 915 Balsa Sticks x 4
- 9.5 x 9.5 x 915 Balsa Sticks x 2
- 9.5 x 9.5 x 915 Triangle x 2
Documents:
- View the Construction Article
- Preview the Plan
- View the Laser Cut Parts
Short Kit Or Complete Airframe Kit?
A Short Kit includes a full size printed plan and all of the laser cut parts that are required as part of the complete airframe build.
Items such as wing ribs, dihedral joiners, fuselage formers & fuselage parts, doublers, bulkheads and so on.
Every part which is a complex cut is precisely laser cut as per the plan and included in the short kit. Some kits may also include vacuum formed ABS parts like canopies or cowlings.
With a Short Kit, the only items you need to add to the laser cut parts to build a complete airframe are components which are simply cut to length. Parts such as wing spars, wing sheeting or fuselage sheeting for example.
A Complete Airframe Kit includes the Laser Cut Short Kit, plus the entire list of additional materials required to complete the airframe build.
Select this option when adding to your cart to purchase all of the materials required to complete the airframe build.
Every kit includes a full size printed plan, and where available the designers original construction notes. The kits do not include miscellaneous hardware such as pushrods, control horns, hinges, wheels etc.