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E-Flite F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF BNF Basic with AS3X and Safe Select (E-Flite EFL78500 | EFL78500)

Model: E-Flite EFL78500
Dist. #: EFL78500   SKU: EFL78500

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F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF BNF Basic with AS3X and Safe Select...


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Introduction
The Lockheed Martin F-16 is one of the most recognized and effective single-engine fighters in the world. Its amazing carry outance|efficiency} and abilities are why the world-renowned U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration group chooses to run it with distinction at airshows around the globe. The E-flite® F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF is a scale reproduction that provides unbelievable performance while likewise being simple to fly—particularly when it's equipped with exclusive AS3X® and SAFE® Select technologies.





Features

The simplest to fly high-performance F-16 EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) jet model yet!

Scale reproduction of the iconic airplane zipped the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration group

12-blade 70mm fan provides outstanding top speed and vertical performance plus turbine-like sound

Factory-installed high-power SIX suitable brushless inrunner motor and 70-amp ESC

Fast and exact factory-installed digital, metal-geared servos with ball-link equipped linkages

Steerable nose wheel and electric retracts with shock-absorbing struts for operation from a range of surfaces consisting of|consisting of} yard

Spektrum™ AR631 6-channel receiver with industry-leading DSMX® technology

Easy to fly with optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope security

The unrivaled stability and precision of AS3X® technology

Includes a decal sheet to pick and use the Thunderbird number classification of your option

Easy last assembly with detachable wings and a magnetically-secured nose cone

Hassle-free top hatch with clear canopy, cockpit information and a pilot figure

Long lasting yet light-weight, composite reinforced EPO airframe





Overview
The E-flite® F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF jet is a scale reproduction of the iconic airplane zipped the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration group. Like the full-blown airshow thriller, this F-16 has an exceptionally wide performance envelope—from slow and steady high-alpha flight to amazing high-speed and vertical abilities. At its core is a 6S-compatible brushless motor and a 70-amp ESC that are matched to a 12-blade fan to deliver an abundance of speed, thrust and a turbine-like sound. Factory-installed electric retracts with shock-absorbing struts make it possible to remove and land on a broader range of surfaces–consisting of yard—while keeping ground dealing with smooth and delivering a realistic jet experience. The composite reinforced EPO airframe is light-weight yet strong, and the digital, metal geared servos plus ball-link equipped pushrods supply exact control. And all of it combines to deliver among the simplest to fly, yet highest-performance and most capable, F-16 designs ever!





 




AS3X LOGO

SAFE LOGO

Exclusive Technologies
This is the very first high-performance F-16 model equipped with exclusive Spektrum™ AS3X® and SAFE® Select innovations. AS3X works behind the scenes to smooth out the impacts of wind and turbulence to deliver a locked-in feel that makes it look like you're flying a much bigger jet. Optional-use SAFE Select provides pitch and bank angle limitations along with automated self-leveling that can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch making this the simplest to fly F-16 model yet! And if you don't {want to|wish to} make it possible for|allow|make it possible for} the SAFE Select functions|functions}, simply|merely} bind the receiver usually|typically|usually|generally} and only AS3X will be active.
 





High-Power EDF

High-Power EDF
The 12-blade 70mm fan, high-RPM brushless inrunner motor and 70-amp ESC integrate with your SIX 3200–4000mAh LiPo battery to deliver amazing vertical performance and an incredible speed range with essentially instant throttle action. But what makes the experience genuinely rewarding is the fantastic sound produced by the power system—it's almost like a real turbine.
 

Capable Gear

Capable Gear
The factory-installed landing gear features reliable electric retracts equipped with long lasting metal parts and shock-absorbing struts that make it possible to fly from a broader range of surfaces consisting of paved runways and even yard.
 





Long lasting Accuracy

Durable Precision
The composite reinforced EPO airframe is light-weight yet long lasting, and the factory-installed digital, metal-geared servos plus ball-link equipped linkages deliver crisp and exact control at every speed.
 

Unmatched Maneuverability

Unmatched Maneuverability
The F-16's distinct style provides unbelievable dealing with through a broad flight envelope and speed range. It's capable of rock-solid high-speed flight so you can perform locked-in low-level flybys and aerobatic maneuvers including huge loops, point rolls and more, while likewise can decreasing to deliver smooth and steady high-alpha flight and landings.
 





SAFE technology

Bind-N-Fly Completion Level Advantage
This Bind-N-Fly® Fundamental model is equipped with an AS3X® (Artificial Stabilization–3-aXis) receiver that works behind the scenes to smooth out the impacts of wind and turbulence. The result is a sense of stability and precision that makes you feel like you're flying a larger and expertly tuned aircraft.

If this is your very first high-performance scale jet, or you desire an additional margin of security while acquainting yourself with the plane, you can make it possible for the optional-use SAFE® Select technology developed into the receiver. No programming is required. Merely alter the binding series as directed in the manual.

With SAFE Select features made it possible for, you get:

Pitch and Bank Angle Limits
These envelope limits keep the plane from rolling or pitching upside down. They likewise prevent extreme climb or dive angles.

Automatic Self-Leveling
The plane quickly goes back to and holds level flight when the sticks are released and in the center position. It's likewise helpful for keeping the wings level during departures and landings.

Easy Change Project—No Shows Required
The basic treatment for assigning a transmitter switch to turn SAFE Select featuress} on and off doesn't require any programming and takes simply a few seconds.

If you don't want to enable the SAFE Select features, just bind the receiver normally and it will function like a standard AS3X receiver.

 


Requirements

Airfoil Forming: Completely balanced

Approximate Assembly Time: 1 - 3 hours

Approximate Flight Time: 3 - 4 minutes

Battery: Sold Separately

CG (Center of Gravity): 3.7 - 4.3" (95 - 110mm) from leading edge of wing

Charger: Sold Separately

Completion Level: Bind-N-Fly Basic

Fan Size: 70mm EDF

Flaps: No

Flying Weight: 2001-25000g

Landing Gear: Electric pulls back

Material: Foam

Minimum Required Radio: 6-channel

Motor Size: 1850Kv

Motor Type: Brushless

Power Type: Electric

Item Length: 49.5" (1257 mm)

Item Weight: 73.7oz (2090g)

Radio: Sold Separately

Receiver: Consisted of

Recommended Motor Battery: 22.2v sixes 3200-4000mAh 30C w/IC5 or EC5 connector

Pulls back: Consisted of

Skill Level: Level 2

Speed Control: Consisted of

Steering: Steerable nose wheel

Technology : AS3X and SAFE

Trim Plan Colors: Red, white and blue

Wing Area: 299 sq in (20.4 sq dm)

Wingspan: 32.1" (815 mm)

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