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E-Flite Ultimate 3D 950mm Smart BNF Basic with AS3X & SAFE (E-Flite EFL16550 | EFL16550)

Model: E-Flite EFL16550
Dist. #: EFL16550   SKU: EFL16550

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Ultimate 3D 950mm Smart BNF Basic with AS3X & SAFE...


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THE ULTIMATE ULTIMATE
With its unmistakable lines and exciting performance, the Ultimate biplane — in full-scale and in RC model form — has provided pilots everywhere regard for the aerobatic capabilities of an airplane with two wings. Gordon Cost developed and flew the first 10 Dash "Ultimate" style in the mid 1980s and flew the 10-300 in the 1988 World Aerobatic Championships. E-flite® debuted the Ultimate2 in 2015, earning praise from RC pilots worldwide for its solid aerobatic performance and 3D capabilities. With the Ultimate 3D, E-flite® has updated and upgraded that tested airframe to modern-day standards. Its brand-new power system uses much better 3S performance and BALLISTIC power with a 4S battery. Higher-torque and higher-speed metal-geared servos keep you firmly in control with the additional power. It's likewise equipped with a 60-amp Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC, and the BNF® Standard variation is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry consisting of real-time battery voltage, existing, temperature level and more – along with motor reversing for unique ground handling and other capabilities – when utilizing compatible transmitters.





Features

Upgraded and upgraded to use improved scale and sport flying, precision aerobatic and full-scale 3D capabilities

Large control surfaces efficient in extreme throws plus vortex generators to boost 3D performance

Specially tuned motor compatible with 3S and FOUR batteries without the requirement for adjustments or upgrades

60-amp Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC provides real-time battery voltage, temperature level and other information, plus reversing capabilities, via compatible receivers and transmitters (7+ channel transmitter required for reversing)

Spektrum AR637TA receiver with full-range telemetry and industry-leading DSMX® technology

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

The unrivaled stability and locked-in feel of unique AS3X® technology

Four (4) factory-installed higher-torque, higher-speed, metal-geared servos with ball-link equipped linkages

Tool-free wing assembly with quick-release hardware for practical storage and transport

Light-weight yet long lasting composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO construction

Factory-finished with an updated trim scheme consisting of vivid graphics





GO MILD OR WILD!
Equipped with the most recent modern-day innovations and upgrades, the E-flite® Ultimate 3D biplane raises the bar for scale, sport and precision aerobatic flying — plus full-scale 3D performance too! Stronger, much faster metal-geared servos and ball-link equipped linkages provide favorable, precise control while the diagonal hinge lines make it possible for the control surfaces to deflect to high angles for extreme 3D capabilities. The brand-new power system, with a specially-tuned motor and prop, works with 3S AND with FOUR batteries to provide additional power and unrestricted vertical capability — no adjustments required. It likewise features unique Smart Innovation via the Spektrum™ Bird™ 60-amp Smart ESC, and the BNF® Standard variation is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry consisting of real-time battery voltage, existing, temperature level and more to compatible transmitters. Plus, with 7+ channel transmitters, the optional-use motor reversing function includes unique ground handling and other distinct capabilities. The composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO construction provides a light-weight however long lasting airframe that's factory-finished in a striking, ready-to-admire trim scheme. Best of all you can have the Ultimate 3D flight-ready in less time than it requires to charge a battery because no glue is required for final assembly, and installation/removal of the wings is tool-free for easy storage and transport. This makes it the easiest and finest option for nearly any pilot trying to find their first or next biplane!





Needed to Complete

Full-range 5–7+ channel Spektrum™ DSMX®/DSM2® compatible transmitter

3S 11.1V or FOUR 14.8V 1800–2700mAh LiPo with EC3™ or IC3™ Adapter

Suitable LiPo battery charger

What remains in package?

(1) E-flite® Ultimate 3D 950mm with:

(1) Spektrum™ Bird™ 60A Brushless Smart ESC (set up)

(1) Brushless Outrunner Motor (set up)

(4) High-Torque Metal-Geared Servos (set up)

(1) Spektrum™ AR637TA 6-Channel Receiver (set up)

(1) Product Manual





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Ultimate Abilities

Ultimate Capabilities
Diagonal hinge lines make it possible to deflect every control surface to high angles for outstanding control and extreme 3D aerobatic capability. Vortex generators likewise boost the performance and managing general so you can fly as mild or as wild as you'd like — whether you prefer scale, sport, precision aerobatic or full-scale 3D flying.
 

Ultimate Power

Ultimate Power
The factory-installed brushless power system features a 60-amp Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC plus a specially-tuned motor and prop that provide an abundance of thrust with a THREE LiPo battery, or additional power and unrestricted vertical performance with a 4S battery without the requirement for any adjustments or upgrades.
 





Ultimate Resilience

Ultimate Durability
Composite-reinforced, hollow-core construction with EPO material delivers a light-weight yet long lasting airframe. The Ultimate 3D is likewise equipped with higher-torque, higher-speed, metal-geared servos and ball-link equipped linkages for included durability plus more favorable and precise control.
 

Ultimate Convenience

Ultimate Convenience
No glue is required for final assembly, and you can have the Ultimate 3D all set to fly in less time than it requires to charge a battery. Although it's conveniently sized to fit totally put together in practically any automobile, installation and elimination of the wings is tool-free for easy storage and transport. Pins easily protect the struts and thumbscrews protect the wings to the fuselage.
 





Smart Innovation

Smart Technology
The Ultimate 3D is equipped with an exclusive Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC that can provide a variety of real-time power system associated telemetry information consisting of motor RPM, existing, battery voltage and more via compatible receivers (consisting of the AR637TA) and Spektrum AirWare™ equipped transmitters (consisting of the DX6e and 8e, DX6 G2/3 and 8 G2, the DX9, iX12, iX20 and others) while you fly. It likewise features optional-use motor reversing to use unique ground handling and other capabilities (7+ channel transmitter required for reversing).
 

Bind-N-Fly Basic Completion Level Benefit

Bind-N-Fly® Basic Completion Level Advantage
Currently own a Spektrum™ transmitter? Bind-N-Fly® (BNF®) aircraft make getting into the air quickly and with the best control experience possible much easier than ever. They come out of package with the power system, servos and a Spektrum 2.4GHz receiver set up so all you need to do is bind the receiver to a suitable transmitter, finish any final assembly, and fly!
 





Exclusive Technologies

Exclusive Technologies

Exclusive Technologies
The Ultimate 3D is equipped with unique Spektrum™ AS3X® and SAFE® Select innovations. AS3X works behind the scenes to ravel the effects of wind and turbulence to provide a locked-in feel that makes it look like you're flying a much bigger airplane. Optional-use SAFE Select uses pitch and bank angle limits along with automatic self-leveling that can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch! And if you don't want to enable the SAFE Select functions, merely bind the receiver normally and only AS3X will be active.
 





E-flite Ultimate 3D 950mm with Smart Technology



Specs

Aileron: Yes

Airfoil Shape: In Proportion

Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour

CG (Center of Gravity): 3.3 - 3.8 in (85-96mm) from leading edge of leading wing at center

Charger: Sold individually

Completion Level: Bind-N-Fly Basic

Control Toss - High (Ailerons): 1.1 in (27mm)

Control Toss - High (Elevator): 2.2 in (55mm)

Control Toss - High (Rudder): 2.7 in (70mm)

Control Toss - Low (Ailerons): 0.55 in (14mm)

Control Toss - Low (Elevator): 1.1 in (27mm)

Control Toss - Low (Rudder): 1.4 in (35mm)

Elevator: Yes

Flaps: No

Flying Weight: 251-2000g, 45 - 48oz (1270 - 1360g)

Landing Equipment: Repaired primary LG with steerable tail wheel

Length: 42.6 in (1082.3mm)

Product: Composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO

Minimum Required Radio: Full Range DSMX 6 channel computer radio

Minimum Speed Control: 60A Smart w/IC3 adapter

Motor Size: BL10 brushless outrunner

Propeller Size: 11.6 X 6"

Receiver: Spektrum AR637TA

Recommended Motor Battery: 3S - FOUR LiPo 2200mAh offered individually

Pulls back: No

Rudder: Yes

Servos: Four 9g high torque metal gear

Innovation : AS3X, SAFE Select

Throttle: Reversible Smart ESC w/Telemetry

Transmitter Range: Full

Trim Plan Colors: White with Red, Grey, and Black

Wing Location: 519 sq. in. (33.5 sq dm)

Wing Loading: 12.5 oz/sq ft, 13.3 oz/sq ft

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E-Flite Ultimate 3D 950mm Smart BNF Basic with AS3X & SAFE
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Spektrum 2200mah 4S 14.8V Smart LiPo 30C; IC3
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Spektrum Smart S2200 G2 AC Charger
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Rated 5 stars Ultimate 3D
By Mike S on August 30, 2020   Verified Purchase

Excellent performance, great plane for intermediate.

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