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Introduction: Protei Land Yacht

The aim of this prototype was to develop a wind train from our last model , the Windtrain Umbrella that would have both improved performance and construction. We were more interested in making a single module that functioned well on its own than a long windtrain. In essence we where developing more of a performance land yacht which could be used a basis for our next generation of windtrain.

Step 1: Improvements From Our Last Model

Before we started drawing or planning our new design, we had to make our focus improving the weaknesses of our previous model. The main faults of our last design was that:

- The front wheel was prone to wobbling around due to the front leg of the vehicle being too long and flexible. To solve this problem, we formed the front leg of the vehicle from two 8mm aluminium poles running parallel together. This provided more overall stiffness and prevented the front wheel from rotating too much relative to the vehicle body.

- The design was very flimsy and flexible, we needed to make it more sturdy and rigid. The previous design had a very small wooden frame. This acted as more of a point for the legs to pivot around as opposed to a rigid frame that would make the model a sturdy structure. We therefore wanted to make a larger central wooden frame which would provide a firmer base for all the aluminium rods to extend from. Furthermore the shape of our new design was crucial, we therefore decided to look at alternative designs to the previous umbrella inspired setup.

- The umbrella design had very little room for electronics, therefore another reason warranting a larger wooden frame was the extra space this would allow for the electronics set up and personalisation.

- The connections between the windtrain modules were too long and flexible. This led to the trailing carriages to oscillate a lot, it appeared as if the back module was allowed to resonate as it was dragged along. This is not good for two reasons, it slows down the windtrain and weakens the structure. I therefore needed to make the connection between the modules shorter and stiffer.

- The center of mass of the sail is not aligned with the center of mass of the body of windtrain. As we can see in the picture, the center of mass of sail is about 50cm from the front wheel while the whole body is just 60cm. Although we may not be able to align them in the same line, we should always try to narrow down the distance between them by moving forward the center of mass forward, so that the windtrain can go straight without much effort to control.

Step 2: Design

The design we opted for was to have a larger central platform which would allow a single wheel axle to run through the back of it, two 8mm aluminium rods to run down the length of it (these would form the structure for the front wheel) and a cavity that would act as the foundations of the mast.

The collapsable element was the mast, it would be made up of a telescopic section that could slot on top of a section that was attached to the base frame. The lower section would be mounted to a pivot, thus allowing it to occupy a smaller space for collapsing and moving this vehicle around.

We made a prototype out of cardboard and left over pieces from our previous models as shown above. Furthermore we did some technical drawings to outline the dimensions and main features of the design.

The model would be made out of the following parts:

-5mm thick plywood (the laser file I used occupied a 300x500mm area, but the parts can be rearranged)

-3000mm of 8mm diameter aluminium rods

-Plastic screws and the corresponding

Attachments

Step 3: construction.

-5mm thick plywood (the laser file I used occupied a 300x600mm area, but the parts can be rearranged)

-Plastic screws

-Fabric for a sail (approxiamately 800x300mm)

I made up the laser files, using the drawings I did, and used these to cut out the wooden components for this build. I also had to cut the aluminium rods to the appropriate sizes, 4x600mm and 2x300mm pieces.

From then on I just had to put together the pieces which was done with very little difficulty and all the pieces fitted together nicely. I finally had a completed structure which I could then attach the electronics to. With thsi design I didn't include the electronic components in the planning of the vehicle, I wanted to be able to change elements of the electronics to suit the new design that I had made.

I ended up using the following electronic parts:

-2x Channel RC car controller

-4x AA batteries and battery pack

-2x High torque servos

I then arranged the electronics in the as shown by the pictures. In future models I hoped to integrate the electronics into the frame, but for now I was trialling different arrangements.

Step 4: Test

We went to test the design on a disused bit of land by the waterfront. We were hoping for this location to provide the most wind but unfortunately it was a very calm day. There wasn't sufficient wind to fully test this vehicle, however we had just enough wind to propel the vehicle downwind for short lengths. Another problem of the vehicle was due to the wheel size comp

Step 5: Amendment for a Better Land Yacht!

-How we bend the metal could be made more precise. The existing metal bending is done by bare hands, which means that will not be a good way to do for mass production. Since the means we used now will spend too much time and effort but get a product of less precision, we need to find machines to finish those work for accuracy.

-Integrating the Servos into the Wooden Frame. The position of the servos is not fixed so while the WindTrain is moving, the servos may be in misposition and fall down. We need to find a place and fix its position.

-Making a Taller Sail. The sail now can only capture relatively small wind power to propel, and that make the WindTrain quite slow even though there is homogeneous wind. The larger the sail, the larger the area of it will be and hence the larger wind power it will have.

-Height Adjustment of the Boom. The boom is quite high when we measure the distance from the plane attaching it. Most of the wind will therefore escape from the gap between the plate and the boom. We try to make a taller sail and lower the boom at the same time to increase the wind power captured.

-Let the Sail Servo Sweep in a Different Plane. The sail servo controls a wooden plate to swing in a bid to adjust the sail tension. However, the motion will hinder the swinging motion of the boom in some angles, especially in the wooden plate controlled by the servo is vertical. We will then try to make the sail servo sweep in a different plane, and we think being parallel to the ground is the best choice.

Step 6: Improved Prototype

We decided to act on the issues brought up with the previous model. We therefore redesigned some elements of our previous vehicle to produce a slightly modified update.

The changes made where:

-The laser cutting files were redesigned so that the electronics could be integrated with the frame of the vehicle. Furthermore we changed the plane of sweep for the rear servo by including a cavity for it to sit in.

-The previous model had small wheels that got caught up in cracks and deviations in the test surface. We therefore decided to make the new version with bigger wheels. The radius of the new wheels used was 70mm which was almost double the height of the previous wheels. The back axel could remain the same, but the front wheel fork had to be elongated to allow extra space for the bigger wheel. This was accomplished by a simple change in the laser cut files.

-The sail was made longer, we did this by using two 600mm lengths of aluminium rod instead of the previously used 600mm aluminium rod. We had to remake a sail out of the fabric that could suit these dimensions better.

-The metal was bent using a vice. We secured two identical aluminium rods running parallel in a vice, we then applied a force to adjacent parts of the rods creating a more accurate bend and reducing the difference in the form of the two rods.

-As well as integrating the servos into the base plates, we built a box that would sink into the base plate that would house some of the electronics. This would keep the electronics neatly in one place, as well as providing some protection from the elements.

-To provide more strength in the mast, we added pieces of string between the top of the mast and the extremities of the wheel axels.

-We wanted to make the design more collapsible and easier to transport. We therefore replaced the 8mm wheel axel at the back with a 10mm diameter aluminium rod which was fixed in place. This would then have two 8mm aluminium rods with fixed wheels that could slide in and out of this central rod. This would allow you to pull the wheels out when you want to travel with the landyacht in a way that we though would preserve the strength of the vehicle.

-To allow people to film from an fpv angle, an extra slit was added to the front piece. This would allow you to slot a mobile phone in, secured by rubber bands, to record or stream an fpv video of your ride.

Step 7: Test 2

Due to a lack of wind we set up a fan in the workshop to test this prototype.

-The new wheel axels did not compromise any strength or rigidity of the main frame, but they added extra width and fulfilled the desire for a collapsible system.

-The string attached to the top of the mast added a lot more strength in the mast. It reduced the amount of flex in the mast and removed some of the force acting on the connection at the base of the mast.

-The box housed the electronics very well although the parts rattled around within the box, and the corners of the box caught the main sheet.

-The extra slot for the phone allowed for a very smooth and clear video, however it was too low relative to the front wheel. This meant that the front wheel was the main focus of the video and occupied most of the screen.

Step 8: Improvements

Although our previous design ran well, we wanted to improve the following features.

-The box will be designed so that the baseplate of the main frame will form the base of the box. This will save weight and the need to manufacture extra pieces. Furthermore we are making the top of the box hinged as to make it more secure and rigid when the vehicle is moving around.

-The peg that the main sheet runs through is going to be elongated so that the hole is above the top of the box. This will reduce the chance of the mainsheet getting caught on the corners of the box. Also the peg will be made wider as to add strength to it and allow for wearing down of the wood over time.

-The string that was used to add lateral support to the mast will be replaced by steel cables. These will add more strength and will be secured in a different manner. The string was secure to the wheel axels by masking tape, which over time weakens and tears. Therefore we are looking at drilling holes in the axels and using screws and loops to secure the new cables.

-The electronics had a tendency to rattle around in the box, we are therefore adding a sheet of velcro to the base of the box. The electrical components can then be secured to the base of the box with small pieces of velcro. The velcro will be cheap and accessible, whilst allowing for customisation of the product.

-Although the phone mount worked to some degree for my model of phone, we want to make a more versatile platform that can be adapted for other filming devices. We are therefore researching the possibility of securing a tripod mount or ball and joint to the front rods or the the front of the base plate. This would allow for people to add their own mounts as well as providing a platform that can work with a greater range of devices.

Step 9: Summary

We have decided to stick with this final prototype. We are therefore looking into the availability and accessibility of the following parts required:

8mm Diameter Aluminium rods (total=2825mm): -3x600mm -2x400mm -125mm -100mm

10mm Diameter Aluminium rods (total=1040mm): -140mm -2x150mm -2x300mm

3x120mm Diameter Scooter Wheels + 6xBearings

250x160mm 4mm Thick Acrylic

Masking tape

280x610mm 5mm thick plywood

2200mm String Or 2200mm Steel Cable/Wire + 2xEnd Clamps/Fasteners

400mm String

1100x650mm Sail Fabric

22xPlastic Screws

2xFusonic MG-A-15KG Servos + Servo Heads

1x4AA Battery Pack

Furthermore we would like some feedback from people regarding our design and its potential uses. We have already handed a deconstructed model to a group of under 10 kids, and with no instructions left them to figure it out as shown. We now want to see how easy it is for others to understand, and the ways people modify and use it themselves.

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Model land yachts design hints by robert weber.

No messy expensive fuel or batteries, no noise, no pollution, just simple exciting fun.

Weight distribution, center of effort, suspension and selection of wheels play a major role in the way a land yacht is handling. You want to make sure the front end allows you to control the yacht in adverse conditions. You don’t want to have “rudder” problems, even the Bismarck was sunk because of that. The nice part is we walk on the substance we sail on. Most model and full size land yachts break down into 3 major components:

• Body/front end
• Rear axle (plank)/wheels.

On some of the models 60lbs line is used for stays, which have enough ”give” to act as vibration dampeners.

Three aircraft type wheels with 2 ball bearings installed are used in various sizes. Foam wheels are very light and offer great traction on just about all kinds of surfaces.

Sail materials used vary depending on sail area, size and type of rigging.

Receiver batteries are mounted just before or behind the plank, which is normally the location where the pilot sits in a full size yacht.

The most inexpensive 2CH ground frequency Radio will do for the boom and steering control, on larger models an arm type sail servo is required.

Great attention is paid to keep all parts of the model non corrosive, since a lot of people have to run their models on beaches. Since the main sheet is hardly ever moved you can run you model all day on a full charge of batteries.

In the heat of the battle at speeds up to 30 mph collisions are often unavoidable, therefore a rugged construction is a plus and untangling of models is all it usually takes. For the same reason you want to have the controls protected.

As you run a land yacht with a stayed mast, the down force on to the mast is considerable.

Having a soft of a flex in the plank will cause the yacht to bottom out and slow it down.

To stiff of a plank will allow the surface vibrations to transfer on to the rig, causing loss of lift and traction do to bouncing.

Boom control and sail shape are accomplished by one control function. Built-up body and wing mast are used in most models, yet the Stiletto features Body, Tail cone, inverted wing profile plank and double tapered wing mast all made out of molded fiberglass.

Weight of the models ready to run vary from 1lbs to 3 1/2lbs. Depending on the size of the model.

All kits are complete to the smallest detail less glue and paint. The Stiletto has a choice for either standard or low wind sail option.

Model land yachts perform best at wind velocities of right around 8-10mph.

For further info. Please contact Robert Weber at (909)585-2372 or email  [email protected] . Please visit my website at www.modellandyachts.com .

The plans include written instructions, CAD drawings and a bill of materials. These instructions have been tested thoroughly so that you can enjoy building your model with ease. 

Each model requires a 2-channel radio with one steering servo and one arm type sail servo.  These can be purchased at www.towerhobbies.com . If you do not have any radio equipment we recommend the Futaba 2DR 2-Channel AM/1 S3003/1 S3801 Radio/Servo package.  For the sail control any arm type servo with 150 in-oz of torque or more is adequate.

If you're interested in designing your own model, but want a proven design to work from, the plans for each model also provide a good starting point. 

After you come home from a pleasant sail, the LS models break down and hang easily on a wall with only two pegs.  They fit easily into any size car and set up in about 30 seconds.  With such durability and easy use, these models are sure to be hours of fun all year long.

In addition to complete tested designs, I also offer free RC landsailer design tips & tools for those of you who prefer to design your own models from scratch.

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MAKES AND MODELS... The Novice Sailors Somewhat Definitive  Guide to Landyachts

Blokart - A 55 lb collapsible single-place yacht best  suited for the apartment  dweller.   Can run on large courses,  but has a distinct advantage on  small, tight courses on  parking lots or parks.   Blokart is head  quartered in Bay of  Plenty, New Zealand, but is well disseminated in  Europe and  the United States.   Blokarts are a recent arrival, at  least  in the American market. . Chubasco - An old "iron"  ship from the sixties or  seventies.   Practically indestructible,  although quite heavy  by today's standards.   The name Chubasco is one of  the many  variant names for hot, dry foehn   winds, like Santa  Ana,  Scirroco, and Chinook.   These boats were produced around the  mid  1960s. Dart - Another "oldie" also noted for high  weight  numbers.   Darts can keep sailing when all of the little  boats  have gone home.   In his article on "Landsailing in  America" Nord  Embroden cites such high wind conditions as  "Dart Weather." Duster - A Nord Design boat with a plywood deck and  aluminum frame.   Low  production numbers, but the same great    durability found in all of the  Nord Design boats.   The boat  has at least two sail sizes; a standard and a storm. Fed Five - A European favorite.   Named for its  5  square meter sail size. It is light in weight and the pilot  is very  low to the ground.   The open cockpit has the pilot  lying back in a near  prone position.   Fed fives are very  fast and sail well in light winds.  No Longer racing in the US. Freedom - A Nord Desisgn similar to the Spirit, only  with a lighter, welded aluminum frame. Friendship - A Nord Design from the mid 1970s.   The  largest of the Nord Design  production line weighing in at  close to 500 pounds.   The striking  features of this boat  include an enclosed cockpit, and aerodynamic  wingmast, and  automobile tires.   They are a little hard to sail in  very  light air, but can still be seen screaming across the playa  in even the heaviest of sailable conditions.   Friendships  aren't noted  competing with the latest carbon-fiber boats  when winds are light, but  can kick some serious tail when  the aerometer climbs above 25 mph.   The  former land speed  record was set in a Friendship at 88 mph.    Unofficial  reports are even higher .

International 5.6 Minis -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIqvDodZlxI

Manta Single - By  far the most popular name in U.S.  landsailing.   The single sports a  plastic patio chair (sans  legs) for a "cockpit" and is a rugged boat by  all standards.    Along with its stable mate, the Twinjammer, the  Manta  single dominates the landsailing scene purely by virtue of  its  large numbers. As ubiquitous as the Volkswagen Beetle in  1960s America,  the Manta line sports sufficient numbers to  be called the most  successful one-design boat in American  landsailing. Manta Twinjammer - The hammock-style seat on the Twin  helps distinguish it from the  Single.   Although the sail is larger, it is not so noticeable unless the two are  side-by-side.   The Twin was an answer to both  sailing  instruction and romance.   The ability to put two  persons  side-by-side in a landsailer is something that few designs  could accommodate.   When sailing solo the larger sail area  also helps take  advantage of lower wind velocities that  leave the Manta single behind.    Both the Single and the Twin  are in constant demand.   Used boats don't  stay on the market  for long. Twins are great for introducing new people to the sport, as well sailing a nicely overpowered land yacht solo!

Mini Skeeters - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brejAOyyivs Pacific Magic - Australia's  answer to the Fed Five.    Many are home built from plans made available  from one of  the Ozzie Yacht clubs.   The fiberglass bodies are  available  in a ready-made condition that helps expedite  construction.    In addition to the horizontal orientation of the pilot,  the  high aspect ratio wheels are canted in about 10 degrees. Pterodactyl  - A monster of a boat, few of which are  still sailed.   Although they were sailed competitively at  one time, they are nearly extinct on the racing circuit now.    Rumors do exist that they are capable of tremendous  top  speed, so don't be surprised if one of them makes it way  back into  the limelight in the speed circuit. Spirit - Another Nord  Design from the early 1970s.    The Spirit production ran about 19 copies. Available in  either ready-made or kit form, these boats were comprised  of  a heavy fiberglass open-cockpit body laid over a steel  frame  constructed from hollow box tubes.   The body rises behind  the  pilot's head to form a roll bar of sorts, protecting the  pilot in the  event of a mast failure following a roll-over.    The eleven foot wide  axle is comprised of three layers of  vertical grain Douglas Fir  overwrapped in fiberglass.   The  mast is a round pole and the sail simply slips over the mast  like a sock.   It is stayed by wire cables on each  side and  to the front.   Too heavy to compete with modern  carbon-fiber  boats equipped with wingmasts, it is still a high  performer  in strong winds and sufficient numbers of them are  still  around to sport a one-design class. Standart - A  French design that is big in Europe and  gaining interest in the U.S.    Standart has licensed two  non-European   builders, Nord Design in  California, and  IMACNZ in Palmerston, New Zealand.   They are fast,  light,  and sexy!   The Standart fills a gap between the entry class  boats like the omnipresent Mantas and the bigger,  high-dollar boats.   Their  primary appeal, other than being  eye-catching, is that they have a  readily adjustable  steering bar which can accomodate pilots from 5' to  over 6  1/2'.   They are still a bit tight for those pushing over  200  pounds.   Large feet will need small shoes in order to have  adequate  steering performance.

US MINI 6.7 -   https://www.nalsa.org/miniintro.htm

Wind Puff - A Nord Design for kids.    There is no boom  and the sail can be reefed to control just how much  surface  area can be captured by the wind.   A great boat for teaching  the youngest ones the fundamentals of sailing.

EXAMPLES of many of these boats can be seen on the NALSA web  site's photo  gallery . Many other designs exist, some as  one-of-a-kinds and some as limited production runs.   YouTube also has videos for more viewing.

GLOSSARY OF SOME LANDSAILING TERMS: Asymmetrical  boat -   A specialty boat design to do  only one thing... Go FAST!!!   Because  the boat can be  engineered   along an asymmetrical design, it can  take  advantage of certain characteristics of rolling friction,  lateral  resistance, drag, "lift", etc.   These boats are not  capable of sailing  to all points of the compass, as they  generally sail in only one  direction.   Although the  asymmetrical " Iron  Duck " holds the current land speed record for a  landyacht it won't win any  other races.   Some individuals in  the sport are giving consideration to  applying class labels  to the speed titles.   This would enable a broader  reach for  others interested in improving the capabilities the many  other styles of landyachts. One Design - Boats that were all  manufactured to the  same specifications.   One-of-a-kind boats don't  qualify  here.   A series of boats all identically produced eliminates  all but the pilots sailing skills from the competitive  equation.   Boats  sailed in this category are not evidence of  how much money the owner can throw at his boat, but rather  how much sailing prowess is possessed by  the person at the  helm. Racing Classes - In the U.S. Classes are determined  solely by sail size.    Class 5 (49 sq. ft.) Class 4 (59 sq. ft.) Class 3 (79.1 sq. ft.) Class 2 (121.6 sq. ft.) Additionally boats manufactured from a single design are  often raced in the "One Design" category such as: Manta single (45 sq. feet) Manta Twin (59 sq. ft.) Fed 5 (5-sq. meter) Standart Friendship In Europe, and perhaps other venues, the Classes are  determined by a combination of sail and boat size.    At combined events, like the World Championships where  both  organizations are present, the trophies are awarded by each  group  according to their respective classes. Symmetrical  boa t - A boat capable of sailing in any  direction.   Most landyachts fall into this category. Sail Numbers - Assigned by either the manufacturer,  sometimes as a serial number, or  by the sailing  organization.   NALSA sail numbers generally have a US  prefix  and are assigned by the NALSA official accessible through  the NALSA web site .    Sailing Organizations - NALSA, in the U.S. and FISLY,  in Europe, set and monitor racing in  their respective areas.    The rules for class entry, sail size, etc. vary between the  two organizations.   Their rules apply only to  those  participating in sanctioned events.   Sport sailors are  pretty much left to their own devices.   These organizations  promote racing, design, safety, and general activities  related to landsailing.

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To strengthen the Land Yacht theme, Airstream consulted with Mauro Micheli, the acclaimed yacht designer for prestigious Riva Yachts

Airstream has an interesting history of building Special Edition models. In past years, they have offered the contemporary Eddie Bauer Edition as well as the rustic-themed Pendleton National Park Service Edition. One of the latest selective models to be conceived – and a departure from its other special trailer predecessors – is the Land Yacht 28, which was introduced in late 2014 and has achieved plenty of attention across the highways of North America.

Every special edition model that the company devises carries a distinct theme. What makes the Land Yacht so unique this time around is it was inspired by Airstream leaders of past and present – late company founder Wally Byam and current President and CEO Bob Wheeler as both share a passion for recreational sailing. As Byam inspired many traditional Airstream designs from his passion of travel – on and off the water over the years – Wheeler and his design team commemorated that passion into the Land Yacht 28.

The exterior of the Land Yacht.

To strengthen the Land Yacht theme, Airstream consulted with Mauro Micheli, the acclaimed yacht designer for prestigious Riva Yachts and co-founder of Oficinia Italian Design firm based in Italy. The results were the iconic Airstream profile on the outside with a clean, modern and stylish interior with several forms of function on the inside.

“The Land Yacht is unique as we teamed with Mauro Micheli,” said Bryan Melton, General Manager, Travel Trailers for Airstream, Inc. “With our engineering input, he and his team created the design elements. Our goal was to have a super clean, beautifully appointed interior with attention to every detail. For example, he designed the fridge and freezer to be concealed behind a padded panel, while the cooktop and sink in the galley are concealed with a wood enclosure and built-in aluminum back splashes. They are all hidden providing a refined appearance, yet are easily accessed when they need to be used.”

“Airstream’s Bryan Melton explained that only 45 Land Yachts were scheduled to be built when the model was first introduced. There are only 12 left in the market place across North America and the last one – number 45 – will be completed at the end of September.”

Other key appointments are found in the lavy. While it’s not uncommon for Airstream trailers to feature the shower and toilet/sink in separate areas of the unit, the Land Yacht has an all-encompassing lavy with the essential components in the same space – with fit and finish executed to the tiniest of detail. Another functional design includes the master bedroom. It comes complete with a power memory foam, pillow top queen mattress, plus under bed storage, however, the standard 30-inch flatscreen TV is cleverly located behind a two-way mirror allowing two common functions in one small area.

The all-encompassing head that includes a shower, sink, and toilet in one ideal location.

Some Land Yacht Standards Include:

• A powered solid wood dinette table* • Power stabilizers • A premium awning package • Comfortable, convertible seating • Power entry steps, • Induction cooktop • The Quietstream A/C unit* • Interior hardware* • A new bathroom design* (*Airstream Firsts)

“With its features, the Land Yacht has a heavy designer influence that makes it incredibly clean and unique with a strong yacht theme, while still making it functional, practical to use,” said Melton. “That’s really what it’s all about. Special editions are meant to take us outside our comfort zone allowing us to set new boundaries. The reward comes from our customers who are seeking something a little different, and our special edition models provide just that.”

Melton explained that only 45 Land Yachts were scheduled to be built when the model was first introduced. “We build only two a month and have since we began this Special Edition,” he explained.  There are only 12 left in the market place across North America and the last one – number 45 – will be completed at the end of September.

The Land Yacht is available in two interior colors, Mocha (seen Here) and Polar (shown at top).

“The Land Yacht is kind of an ode to the olden days of Wally (Byam) with his dream and passion of travel, adventure and sailing,” explained Melton. “This model represents the most luxurious Airstream model, with fine detailing and design elements throughout. Once #45 rolls out of the factory, we will temporary suspend the famous Land Yacht badge.”

While Special Edition models from Airstream (including the Land Yacht) have a scheduled life span in the consumer marketplace, the influence and design that are incorporated into these models commonly stay within the Airstream brands. There were a series of features introduced in the Land Yacht, with the most popular being the Quietstream ducted A/C, which has become standard on all but the Sport Airstream models.

“It doesn’t come down to how many Special Edition units we sell, it’s about creating truly unique models that allow our team, and those we partner with a creative outlet to try new ideas.,” said Melton. “When you remove certain constraints, you allow engineers and designers to maximize their creativity. The results are truly special, like the Land Yacht, which continue to make strong statements within Airstream’s prolific history.”

If you have any questions about the company`s Land Yacht Design or wish to join in on the Airstream discussions with other owners be sure to go to AIRForums.com .

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Length: (exterior):28′ Width: (exterior): 8’5.5″ Height: (exterior) : 9’9″ (w/A/C) Interior width: 8′ 1″ Interior height: 6’6″ (w/A/C) Hitch weight: 842 lbs. (w/LP Batteries) Unit Base Weight: 6,586 lbs. (w/LP, Batteries) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 8,200 Net Carrying Capacity: 1,614lbs. Fresh Water Tank: 39 gal. Gray Water Tank:  37 gal. Black Water Tank: 39 gal. Water Heater w/electronic ignition: 6 gal. Ducted Furnace: 25,000 BTU Sleeping Cap: 1-5

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