Overview
The ROC HOBBY VOODOO COMPLETE MAIN GEAR SET with strut and retracts represents a professional-grade landing gear solution for RC aircraft enthusiasts in the UK who demand authentic, scale-realistic performance. This comprehensive gear assembly is engineered for modellers seeking to upgrade their aircraft with fully functional retractable landing gear, transforming their RC plane's capability and aesthetic appeal. Whether you're an experienced RC pilot looking to enhance an existing airframe or building a scale aircraft from the ground up, this complete main gear set delivers the precision engineering and robust construction that serious RC aviation demands.
Retractable landing gear systems have long been the hallmark of advanced RC aircraft, separating casual flyers from dedicated scale modellers and competition enthusiasts. The VOODOO main gear set with integral strut design provides the mechanical sophistication needed to achieve authentic retraction sequences, allowing your RC plane to transition seamlessly from takeoff configuration to clean, high-speed cruise flight. This is particularly valuable for modellers building scale replicas of military or commercial aircraft where landing gear design is a distinctive feature. The inclusion of a complete strut assembly means you're not sourcing components piecemeal—everything you need for a professional installation comes in one package.
RC Model Shop UK stocks genuine ROC HOBBY components for discerning modellers who refuse to compromise on quality. Whether you're upgrading a foam trainer or constructing a detailed scale warbird, this landing gear set represents excellent value for the ready to run RC aircraft community and dedicated scale builders alike.
Key Features
- Complete Main Gear Assembly — This set includes the entire main landing gear configuration, eliminating the need to source individual struts, wheels and axle components separately, which saves time and ensures all components are properly matched and engineered to work together seamlessly.
- Integrated Strut Design — The strut is manufactured as part of the assembly, providing superior structural rigidity and alignment compared to bolt-together solutions, which is essential for handling repeated landings and ground operations without gear collapse or misalignment issues.
- Fully Retractable Mechanism — This landing gear features complete retraction capability, allowing your RC aircraft to achieve the clean aerodynamic profile of scale military or modern commercial aircraft designs, reducing drag during cruise flight and improving overall performance characteristics.
- Professional-Grade Engineering — Designed and manufactured to exacting specifications, the VOODOO gear set exhibits the precision tolerances and material quality expected by experienced RC modellers and competition builders who understand that landing gear reliability directly impacts flight safety.
- Strut Included — Unlike many aftermarket gear sets that require sourcing separate struts, this complete package provides the strut as an integral component, ensuring perfect compatibility and eliminating fitment variables that could compromise performance or durability.
Technical Performance
The ROC HOBBY VOODOO main gear set represents a significant step forward in retractable landing gear design for the RC aircraft category. The complete assembly combines robust aluminium and steel construction where appropriate, engineered to withstand the repeated stress cycles of takeoffs and landings whilst maintaining precise alignment essential for reliable retraction operation. The strut geometry is optimised for shock absorption during ground contact, whilst the retraction mechanism is designed for smooth, reliable operation across hundreds of duty cycles. The gear set's weight distribution and mounting provisions are configured to integrate seamlessly with typical RC aircraft fuselage structures, whether you're working with foam airframes, composite constructions, or balsa-built aircraft. The retraction actuation system employs reliable servo-driven mechanics, compatible with standard 9-gram and larger servo sizes depending on your aircraft's weight category. For modellers working with aircraft in the 5kg to 15kg flying weight range, this gear set provides the structural performance and mechanical reliability needed for confident, repeated operations. Installation requires careful attention to mounting point alignment and servo linkage calibration, but the engineering of the components themselves facilitates straightforward assembly by experienced modellers familiar with RC aircraft construction techniques.
What's in the Box
- Complete main landing gear assembly
- Integrated strut component
- Retraction mechanism and associated hardware
- Mounting brackets and attachment fittings
- All necessary fasteners for installation
What You Need to Complete
- Servo or servos suitable for gear retraction actuation (9g standard or larger depending on aircraft weight and gear mechanical advantage)
- Appropriate linkage components (push rods, clevises, ball links) sized for your installation
- Mounting platforms or fuselage modifications as needed for your specific aircraft
- Wheel hubs and tyres suitable for your aircraft class (not included)
- RC receiver with available auxiliary channels for gear retraction control
Frequently Asked Questions
- What aircraft is this landing gear designed for? — The VOODOO complete main gear set with strut is a general-purpose retracting landing gear suitable for RC aircraft in the moderate to advanced weight category. It's particularly well-suited for scale models of military aircraft, commercial airliners, and high-performance sport planes where retractable gear is a design feature. Compatibility depends on your specific airframe's fuselage structure, weight, and centre of gravity—consult detailed installation guides or contact RC Model Shop for compatibility assessment with your particular aircraft project.
- Is this retractable landing gear suitable for beginners? — Retractable landing gear systems represent an advanced upgrade, intended for experienced RC modellers with established aircraft-building skills. Installation requires understanding of servo linkage mechanics, precise alignment procedures, and reliable retraction sequencing through your radio system. This is not a beginner component—your first RC aircraft should feature fixed, non-retracting landing gear to focus learning on fundamental flight control before adding mechanical complexity.
- What servo size do I need for the landing gear retraction? — The gear retraction typically requires standard 9-gram servos for lighter aircraft or medium-sized servos (17g or larger) for heavier airframes where greater mechanical force is needed to overcome gear weight and aerodynamic pressure during retraction. Consult the specific installation documentation for your aircraft design, or contact RC Model Shop for servo sizing recommendations based on your airframe's weight and configuration.
- What is included in this complete gear set? — This ROC HOBBY package includes the main landing gear assembly, integrated strut, retraction mechanism, mounting hardware, and all fasteners needed for installation. You'll need to source servos, linkage components, wheels and tyres separately based on your aircraft specifications—this set is the gear structure itself, not the complete electro-mechanical system.
- How do I control gear retraction on my RC plane? — Landing gear retraction is operated through your RC receiver's auxiliary channels, typically controlled via a dedicated switch or proportional channel on your transmitter. The servo drives the mechanical linkage which retracts and extends the gear. Setup requires careful servo travel calibration and usually a mechanical up-stop to prevent over-travel that could damage the linkage.
- Is this landing gear waterproof? — Whilst the gear assembly itself is robust mechanical engineering, retractable landing gear systems are not fully waterproof and should not be deliberately exposed to water or moisture. For amphibious or water-landing operations, consult ROC HOBBY documentation or RC Model Shop specialists for water-resistant alternatives designed specifically for such operations.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the ROC HOBBY VOODOO COMPLETE MAIN GEAR SET w/STRUT, RETRACTS ROC-KA113-VD today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Product Type: Complete Main Landing Gear Assembly
- Manufacturer: ROC HOBBY
- Model Number: ROC-KA113-VD
- Configuration: Main landing gear with integrated strut
- Functionality: Fully retractable mechanism
- Recommended Application: RC aircraft requiring retractable landing gear
- Assembly Type: Complete ready-to-install gear set
- Strut Design: Integral strut included as part of assembly
- Retraction System: Servo-actuated mechanical retraction
- Material Construction: Aluminium and steel components
- Suitable Servo Size: 9-gram standard to larger servos depending on aircraft weight
- Installation Complexity: Advanced—requires experienced RC aircraft builder skills
- Compatible Aircraft Weight Range: Typically 5kg to 15kg flying weight aircraft
- Required Additional Components: Servos, linkage components, wheel hubs, tyres, RC receiver with auxiliary channels
- Shock Absorption: Strut geometry optimised for landing impact management
- Mechanical Reliability: Engineered for hundreds of retraction/extension duty cycles
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