Bukobot Fly: 3D-Printable Glider Airplane
Design preview. Rendered from the file, not a photo.
This model is not currently offered as a verified ready to buy print.
What it does
- Single-piece 3D-printable glider with 9-inch wingspan that actually flies
- Ultra-thin 0.4mm wings require precise printing on level platform
- No motors needed, hand-launch design fits on compact 8x8 build beds
- Advanced print challenge ideal for experienced makers refining technique
- Designed and tested by deezmaker on Bukobot prototype printer
The Bukobot Fly is a one-piece 3D-printable glider airplane engineered to fly. With a 9-inch wingspan and ultra-thin wings, this hand-launched airplane represents a unique intersection of 3D printing capability and aerodynamic design, suitable for makers seeking a challenging and rewarding print project.
This is an advanced print demanding precision: level platform, high-quality material, 0.1mm layer height, and meticulous first-layer setup. The thin wings require consistent extrusion and a flat build surface to succeed. Minimum platform size is 7x7 inches for full-scale printing.
Originally created to test Bukobot printer features and experiment with ultra-thin geometry, the Bukobot Fly proved capable of actual flight. Perfect for makers who want to push their 3D printer's limits and experience the satisfaction of a handmade glider taking to the air.
28k downloads in the maker community. That is interest in the design on the site it came from, not our sales.
What you get
- This design prints as one piece.
- Nothing else to print or buy for this to work.
What it is made of
Designs like this print well in PLA. Compare the materials.
Printed plastic is strong for its size, but it is not metal. We have not load tested this design, so we do not publish a weight rating. Keep it out of a hot car and away from open flame.
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Who made this design
Designed by deezmaker. We did not draw it.
Shared under Creative Commons, credit and share alike. See the original design