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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 apparent lines and exhilarating performance, the Ultimate biplane — in full-blown and in RC model type — has provided pilots all over respect for the aerobatic abilities of an aircraft with 2 wings. Gordon Cost constructed and flew the very 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, making appreciation from RC pilots worldwide for its solid aerobatic performance and 3D abilities. 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 THREE performance and BALLISTIC power with a FOUR battery. Higher-torque and higher-speed metal-geared servos keep you firmly in control with the extra power. It's likewise equipped with a 60-amp Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart ESC, and the BNF® Standard variation is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry including real-time battery voltage, existing, temperature level and more – together with motor reversing for special ground handling and other abilities – when utilizing compatible transmitters.





Features

Updated and upgraded to offer improved scale and sport flying, precision aerobatic and full-blown 3D abilities

Oversized control surfaces efficient in severe tosses plus vortex generators to boost 3D performance

Specially tuned motor compatible with THREE and 4S batteries without the requirement for adjustments or upgrades

60-amp Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart ESC supplies real-time battery voltage, temperature level and other data, plus reversing abilities, via compatible receivers and transmitters (7+ channel transmitter needed 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 defense

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

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

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

Light-weight yet resilient composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO building and construction

Factory-finished with an upgraded trim scheme including brilliant graphics





GO MILD OR WILD!
Equipped with the current modern-day developments and upgrades, the E-flite® Ultimate 3D biplane raises the bar for scale, sport and precision aerobatic flying — plus full-blown 3D performance too! Stronger, faster metal-geared servos and ball-link equipped linkages deliver positive, precise control while the beveled hinge lines make it possible for the control surfaces to deflect to high angles for severe 3D abilities. The brand-new power system, with a specially-tuned motor and prop, works with THREE AND with 4S batteries to deliver extra power and unrestricted vertical capability — no adjustments needed. It likewise includes unique Smart Innovation via the Spektrum™ Avian™ 60-amp Smart ESC, and the BNF® Standard variation is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry including real-time battery voltage, existing, temperature level and more to compatible transmitters. Plus, with 7+ channel transmitters, the optional-use motor reversing function adds special ground handling and other distinct abilities. The composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO building and construction supplies a lightweight however resilient airframe that's factory-finished in a striking, ready-to-admire trim scheme. Most importantly you can have the Ultimate 3D flight-ready in less time than it takes to charge a battery since no glue is needed for final assembly, and installation/removal of the wings is tool-free for simple storage and transport. This makes it the simplest and best option for almost any pilot looking for their very first or next biplane!





Needed to Complete

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

THREE 11.1V or 4S 14.8V 1800–2700mAh LiPo with EC3™ or IC3™ Adapter

Suitable LiPo battery charger

What's in package?

(1) E-flite® Ultimate 3D 950mm with:

(1) Spektrum™ Avian™ 60A Brushless Smart ESC (installed)

(1) Brushless Outrunner Motor (installed)

(4) High-Torque Metal-Geared Servos (installed)

(1) Spektrum™ AR637TA 6-Channel Receiver (installed)

(1) Item Handbook





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Ultimate Capabilities

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

Ultimate Power

Ultimate Power
The factory-installed brushless power system includes a 60-amp Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart ESC plus a specially-tuned motor and prop that deliver an abundance of thrust with a 3S LiPo battery, or extra power and unrestricted vertical performance with a FOUR battery without the requirement for any adjustments or upgrades.
 





Ultimate Sturdiness

Ultimate Durability
Composite-reinforced, hollow-core building and construction with EPO product provides a lightweight yet resilient airframe. The Ultimate 3D is likewise equipped with higher-torque, higher-speed, metal-geared servos and ball-link equipped linkages for added durability plus more positive and precise control.
 

Ultimate Convenience

Ultimate Convenience
No glue is needed for final assembly, and you can have the Ultimate 3D prepared to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery. Although it's easily sized to fit fully assembled in just about any vehicle, installation and removal of the wings is tool-free for simple 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 unique Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart ESC that can provide a range of real-time power system associated telemetry data including motor RPM, existing, battery voltage and more via compatible receivers (including the AR637TA) and Spektrum AirWare™ equipped transmitters (including the DX6e and 8e, DX6 G2/3 and 8 G2, the DX9, iX12, iX20 and others) while you fly. It likewise includes optional-use motor reversing to offer special ground handling and other abilities (7+ channel transmitter needed for reversing).
 

Bind-N-Fly Basic Conclusion Level Advantage

Bind-N-Fly® Basic Completion Level Advantage
Currently own a Spektrum™ transmitter? Bind-N-Fly® (BNF®) aircraft make entering into the air quickly and with the very best control experience possible much easier than ever. They come out of the box with the power system, servos and a Spektrum 2.4GHz receiver installed 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 technologies. AS3X works behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of wind and turbulence to deliver a locked-in feel that makes it look like you're flying a much bigger aircraft. Optional-use SAFE Select uses pitch and bank angle limits together with automated self-leveling that can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch! And if you don't want to make it possible for the SAFE Select features, simply bind the receiver typically and just AS3X will be active.
 





E-flite Ultimate 3D 950mm with Smart Technology



Requirements

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

Battery charger: Offered individually

Conclusion Level: Bind-N-Fly Basic

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

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

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

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

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

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

Elevator: Yes

Flaps: No

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

Landing Equipment: Repaired main LG with steerable tail wheel

Length: 42.6 in (1082.3mm)

Material: Composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO

Minimum Required Radio: Complete Range DSMX 6 channel computer radio

Minimum Speed Control: 60A Smart w/IC3 port

Motor Size: BL10 brushless outrunner

Propeller Size: 11.6 X 6"

Receiver: Spektrum AR637TA

Recommended Motor Battery: 3S - 4S LiPo 2200mAh sold individually

Retracts: No

Rudder: Yes

Servos: 4 9g high torque metal equipment

Innovation : AS3X, SAFE Select

Throttle: Reversible Smart ESC w/Telemetry

Transmitter Range: Complete

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

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

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

Frequently Bought Together

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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Spektrum 2200mah 4S 14.8V Smart LiPo 30C; IC3
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Total Price: $619.97

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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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