Scrappee Nautilus - With Tyvek® Floats
Use discount code 'FREEFLOATS' at checkout and get £18 OFF the Nautilus Kit.
OFFER open until 24th April 2026
Based on the Scrappee Classic Biplane with the addition of swapable floats and wheels, the Nautilus is a nostalgic looking military style floatplane from the Golden Age of Aviation.
The Scrappee NAUTILUS is yet another way to enjoy the Scrappee micro RC aircraft range:
- An easy, quick build kit that's also tough AND repairable
- Easy build Tyvek® float system that's interchangeable with the supplied foam and 3D printed wheels
- Custom printed float design to match the aircraft livery
- Includes HYPER motor/gearbox for increase power performance
- A great way to experience micro flying over water
This is a kit that's not only for the beginner, but also for anyone with a sense of fun and adventure who wants to enjoy all aspects of model RC flying.
The Tyvek® floats will also enable you to take off from, and land onto smooth solid surfaces and short grass. Show off the fabulous look of this aircraft wherever you fly!
NOTE: To get your Scrappee in the air you will need an RC transmitter (compatible with one of the 5 types of receiver available) plus a suitable battery and charger. Please feel free to CONTACT US if you need some guidance!
Selecting the right receiver to complete your kit:
The Microaces AIO 5CH micro receiver is available with the following protocols. If unsure, check your transmitter instruction manual to find out which protocol(s) it uses. Then select the compatible receiver protocol below to view the appropriate receiver to add to your order.
| DSM2/X Compat. | S-FHSS Compat. | FrSky D8 Compat. | FrSky D16 Compat. | AFHDS 2A Compat. |
Supported Build
Scrappee kits come with a step by step printed Assembly Guide illustrating every detail of the build to ensure you succeed in producing a great looking and flying model.
Assembly Guides
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Specification
Microaces Scrappee NAUTILUS
| Airframe | Sports Float Plane |
| Controls | Rudder, Elevator, Throttle |
| Length | 330mm / 13" |
| Wingspan | 430mm / 17.0" |
| Wing Area | 3.68 sq dm / 57 sq in. |
| Flying Weight. | 45 - 49g/1.6 - 1.7oz |
| Wing Load | ~12.9 g/sq.dm / 4.2 oz/sq.ft. |
| Rec. Receiver |
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| Rec. Motor / G.Box* |
Microaces PLUS Motor Gearbox with STANDARD prop shaft |
| Rec. Prop* | GWS 4530 |
| Skill Level - Build | Beginner |
| Skill Level - Pilot | Beginner |
| Tools required | |
| Rec. Adhesive | Deluxe Materials Foam2Foam |
*Now included in the kit
Kit Content
| NOW INCLUDES | Brushed HYPER Motor/Gearbox with standard prop shaft |
| GWS 4530 Prop and rubber prop adapter | |
| SHEET PARTS | 2mm laser cut foam Airframe sheet |
| 1mm printed & laser cut Depron fuselage sheet | |
| 1mm printed & laser cut Depron flight surfaces sheet x 2 | |
| 200 micron printed & laser cut polypropylene sheet | |
| polyester sticker sheet | |
| FLOAT PARTS | 2 x Printed & laser cut Tyvek Sheets |
| 2 x 2mm laser cut foam sheet | |
| 3D printed Float Attachment Bracket Pair | |
| LOOSE PARTS | 0.8mm laser cut plywood PLUS motor mount |
| Two 30mm Ø Sponge rubber tires + 3D printed hub assembly | |
| Four 3mm & two 4mm Ø noedymium magnets | |
| 2mm Ø carbon fibre rod axle | |
| pre-shaped piano wire elevator & rudder control rods | |
