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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 exhilarating efficiency, the Ultimate biplane — in major and in RC model form — has actually provided pilots all over respect for the aerobatic capabilities of an airplane with two wings. Gordon Price constructed 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, making appreciation from RC pilots worldwide for its strong aerobatic efficiency and 3D capabilities. With the Ultimate 3D, E-flite® has actually updated and upgraded that proven airframe to modern-day requirements. Its brand-new power system uses much better 3S efficiency and BALLISTIC power with a 4S battery. Higher-torque and higher-speed metal-geared servos keep you securely in control with the extra power. It's likewise equipped with a 60-amp Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC, and the BNF® Fundamental version is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry including real-time battery voltage, existing, temperature and more – along with motor reversing for unique ground handling and other capabilities – when utilizing compatible transmitters.





Features

Updated and upgraded to provide enhanced scale and sport flying, precision aerobatic and full-blown 3D capabilities

Large control surface areas efficient in extreme throws plus vortex generators to boost 3D efficiency

Specifically tuned motor compatible with 3S and 4S batteries without the need for adjustments or upgrades

60-amp Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC provides real-time battery voltage, temperature 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 innovative and optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope security

The unequaled stability and locked-in feel of special 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 practical storage and transport

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

Factory-finished with an updated trim scheme including vibrant 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 efficiency too! Stronger, faster metal-geared servos and ball-link equipped linkages deliver positive, accurate control while the beveled hinge lines make it possible for the control surface areas to deflect to high angles for extreme 3D capabilities. The brand-new power system, with a specially-tuned motor and prop, is compatible with 3S AND with 4S batteries to deliver extra power and endless vertical ability — no adjustments required. It likewise includes special Smart Technology via the Spektrum™ Bird™ 60-amp Smart ESC, and the BNF® Fundamental version is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry including real-time battery voltage, existing, temperature and more to compatible transmitters. Plus, with 7+ channel transmitters, the optional-use motor reversing function adds unique ground handling and other unique capabilities. The composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO building provides a lightweight however resilient 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 takes to charge a battery because no glue is required for last assembly, and installation/removal of the wings is tool-free for simple storage and transport. This makes it the simplest and finest choice for practically any pilot searching for their first or next biplane!





Needed to Complete

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

3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V 1800–2700mAh LiPo with EC3™ or IC3™ Port

Suitable LiPo battery charger

What's in the Box?

(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) Item Handbook





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Ultimate Abilities

Ultimate Capabilities
Diagonal hinge lines make it possible to deflect every control surface area to high angles for impressive control and extreme 3D aerobatic ability. Vortex generators likewise boost the efficiency and dealing with total so you can fly as moderate or as wild as you'd like — whether you prefer scale, sport, precision aerobatic or full-blown 3D flying.
 

Ultimate Power

Ultimate Power
The factory-installed brushless power system includes a 60-amp Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC plus a specially-tuned motor and prop that deliver an abundance of thrust with a 3S LiPo battery, or extra power and endless vertical efficiency with a 4S battery without the need for any adjustments or upgrades.
 





Ultimate Toughness

Ultimate Durability
Composite-reinforced, hollow-core building with EPO material 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 included resilience plus more positive and accurate control.
 

Ultimate Convenience

Ultimate Convenience
No glue is required for last assembly, and you can have the Ultimate 3D all set to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery. Although it's easily sized to fit fully assembled in practically any lorry, setup and elimination of the wings is tool-free for simple storage and transport. Pins quickly secure the struts and thumbscrews secure the wings to the fuselage.
 





Smart Technology

Smart Technology
The Ultimate 3D is equipped with an exclusive Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC that can provide a variety of real-time power system related telemetry information 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 provide unique ground handling and other capabilities (7+ channel transmitter required for reversing).
 

Bind-N-Fly Basic Conclusion Level Benefit

Bind-N-Fly® Basic Completion Level Advantage
Already own a Spektrum™ transmitter? Bind-N-Fly® (BNF®) airplane make entering the air quickly and with the best control experience possible simpler than ever. They come out of the box 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, complete any last assembly, and fly!
 





Exclusive Technologies

Exclusive Technologies

Exclusive Technologies
The Ultimate 3D is equipped with special Spektrum™ AS3X® and SAFE® Select technologies. AS3X works behind the scenes to ravel the results of wind and turbulence to deliver a locked-in feel that makes it seem 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 do not wish to enable the SAFE Select functions, simply bind the receiver typically and only AS3X will be active.
 





E-flite Ultimate 3D 950mm with Smart Technology



Specifications

Aileron: Yes

Airfoil Shape: In Proportion

Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour

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

Battery charger: Sold separately

Conclusion 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: Fixed main LG with steerable tail wheel

Length: 42.6 in (1082.3mm)

Product: Composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO

Minimum Required Radio: Complete Range DSMX 6 channel computer radio

Minimum Speed Control: 60A Smart w/IC3 connector

Motor Size: BL10 brushless outrunner

Propeller Size: 11.6 X 6"

Receiver: Spektrum AR637TA

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

Retracts: No

Rudder: Yes

Servos: 4 9g high torque metal gear

Technology : AS3X, SAFE Select

Throttle: Reversible Smart ESC w/Telemetry

Transmitter Range: Complete

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

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

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

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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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Spektrum 2200mah 4S 14.8V Smart LiPo 30C; IC3
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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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