E-Flite F-16 Thunderbirds 80mm EDF ARF Plus

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Introduction
The F-16 Combating Falcon is among the most acknowledged and effective single-engine fighters on the planet. Its amazing efficiency and capabilities are why the world-renowned U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds presentation team chooses to operate it with difference at airshows around the globe. The E-flite® F-16 Thunderbirds 80mm EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) is a Bonus Scale design based upon the single-seat F-16C version which got in production in 1984. This replica is nearly as large as other 90mm EDF designs, yet the efficient power system delivers much better general efficiency and longer flight times when utilizing common 6S 4000–7000mAh batteries. The fully-painted white plus red and blue surface replicates the renowned Thunderbirds scheme in sensational style, while Additional Scale details and functional functions — including the most scale-like landing equipment set up on an F-16 EDF design yet — integrate to provide an unrivaled flying experience!





Features

The Smartest and most detailed high-performance F-16 EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) jet design yet

Scale replica of the renowned airplane zipped the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds presentation team

Completely painted white plus red and blue trim scheme with factory-applied stars and other markings

Additional Scale details including molded-in panel lines, simulated antennas, indications, sensing units and far more

Practical Additional Scale includes including LED navigation and landing lights, full-flying stabs and more

ARF Plus conclusion level version is ready for setup of your 80mm EDF system, motor, and ESC

Fits a large range of 6S batteries from 4000-7000mAh to provide class-leading flight times and efficiency

9 (9) factory-installed digital, metal-geared servos with ball-link equipped linkages

Electric retracts with scale-like painted, articulated and shock-absorbing struts

Sequenced, servo-operated nose and primary equipment doors with molded in details

Plastic capped strakes, hatch edges and opening for included sturdiness to prevent damage and paint breaking

Two-piece wing with hands-free connections that bolts into location and a magnetically secured nose cone

No glue needed for assembly and can be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery

Practical leading hatch with clear canopy, cockpit detail and a pilot figure

Optional simulated afterburner LED ring readily available independently

Very durable, totally molded EPO airframe





The Smartest and Most Comprehensive High-performance Thunderbirds Model Yet!
The E-flite® F-16 Thunderbirds 80mm EDF jet is the Smartest and most detailed high-performance design of the renowned airshow airplane yet! Additional Scale details, including molded-in panel lines, simulated antennas, indications, sensing units and more, take realism to the next level. Practical Additional Scale functions include LED navigation and landing lights, full-flying stabs, optional-use flaperons, sequenced equipment doors plus the most scale-like retractable landing equipment set up on an F-16 EDF design yet. Both variations include 9 factory-installed digital, metal-geared servos, and with the ARF Plus version you can install the suitable receiver and an 80mm EDF power system of your option — from another similar class design or utilizing other suitable components.

The BNF® Basic version consists of a V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-power 2100Kv brushless inrunner motor, and a 100-amp Spektrum Bird™ Smart ESC to provide wonderful efficiency with popular 6S 4000–7000mAh LiPo batteries – plus an extraordinary turbine-like noise. This efficient power system supplies much better efficiency and longer flight times than the 6S-compatible power systems utilized in similar-sized designs powered by 90mm EDFs. It's likewise equipped with a factory-installed Spektrum™ AR8360T receiver featuring unique AS3X® and optional-use SAFE® Select innovations. When utilizing suitable transmitters, the receiver and Smart ESC supply general battery voltage, existing, motor RPM and other telemetry data in real-time – with Smart and non-Smart batteries – along with optional-use motor reversing to shorten rollouts after landing and for other unique ground handling capabilities. Constructed of molded EPO with plastic-capped strakes, hatch edges and openings to prevent damage to the fully-painted white plus red and blue surface throughout handling and when installing/removing batteries, this F-16 assembles without glue and can be ready to fly in much less time than other similar class designs!









ARF Plus Completion Level
This Almost-Ready-To-Fly (ARF) Plus version comes out of the box with factory-installed servos that are ready to link to the suitable receiver of your option (offered independently), plus the transmitter and battery you supply (likewise offered independently). You can likewise install the power system of your option, either from another similar class design, or utilizing other suitable components (all offered independently).
 







Power It Your Way
The ARF Plus version is ready for you to install the power system of your option (offered independently). You can easily install a straight suitable 80mm V1 or V2 fan system, motor and ESC from other E-flite or FMS designs without the need for any adjustments, or you can potentially install other ideal power systems too.
 



Extra Scale Details
The F-16 Thunderbirds 80mm EDF includes a precise overview and an abundance of Additional Scale details including molded-in panel lines and hatches, simulated antennas, indications, sensing units and far more.
 






Functional Extra Scale Features
Factory-installed LED navigation and landing lights, full-flying stabs, control surfaces with pocket hinges – even sequenced primary equipment and nose equipment doors – are functional Additional Scale includes that take your experience to another level. An optional simulated afterburner LED ring is likewise readily available independently to even more enhance your experience (7+ channel transmitter needed for proper simulated afterburner function).
 



Extra Scale Gear
The reputable, factory-installed electrical retracts are equipped with durable metal components including Additional Scale painted, articulated and shock-absorbing struts. It's the most scale-like landing equipment set up on an F-16 EDF design yet! The sequenced and servo-operated equipment doors feature molded details on the inside, and the nose equipment door is likewise equipped with an LED landing light that turns on and off instantly when the equipment is extended or withdrawed.
 






Detailed Durability
Construction with totally molded EPO product makes it possible to duplicate complex details and shapes in a light-weight yet durable form. The outcome is an impressive scale appearance that's simple to preserve and delivers the very best possible flight experience. Plus, the plastic-capped strakes, hatch edges, and opening improve sturdiness to prevent damage and paint breaking throughout handling and when installing/removing batteries.
 



Precise Control
A total of 9 factory-installed digital, metal-geared servos, along with ball-link equipped linkages on all primary flight controls, provide crisp, exact, and reputable control at every speed. Optional use flaperons are likewise pre-programmed for proper operation with AS3X and SAFE Select in the BNF Basic version.
 






Easy Assembly
No glue is needed for assembly, and you can have the F-16 ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery! The full-flying stabs, plus the two-piece wing with hands-free connections, bolt into location and can easily be removed for hassle-free storage and transportation.
 



Iconic Trim Scheme
The fully-painted white plus red and blue surface, along with factory-applied stars on the vertical tail and other markings, replicates the renowned U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds airshow scheme in sensational, Additional Scale style. And unlike the paint utilized on other similar class designs, the white paint was checked with direct sunlight exposure and specifically formulated so it doesn't "yellow" over time.
 



Specs

Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour

Battery: Sold Separately

Battery Charger: Sold Separately

Completion Level: Nearly Ready-To-Fly

Fan Size: 80mm EDF

Flaps: Yes

Material: EPO

Minimum Required Radio: 8 Channel

Power Type: Electric

Product Length: 57.09" (1450 mm)

Product Weight: 96oz (2727g) Without Battery

Radio: Sold Separately

Receiver: Sold Separately

Retracts: Included

Servos: Included

Skill Level: Level 4

Speed Control: Sold Separately

Wingspan: 39.37" (1000 mm)