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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 thrilling performance, the Ultimate biplane — in full-blown and in RC model kind — has actually offered pilots everywhere regard for the aerobatic capabilities of an aircraft with 2 wings. Gordon Rate 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 praise from RC pilots worldwide for its solid aerobatic performance and 3D capabilities. With the Ultimate 3D, E-flite® has actually upgraded and upgraded that proven airframe to modern-day standards. Its new power system uses better THREE performance and BALLISTIC power with a 4S battery. Higher-torque and higher-speed metal-geared servos keep you securely in control with the additional power. It's likewise equipped with a 60-amp Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart ESC, and the BNF® Fundamental version is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry consisting of real-time battery voltage, current, temperature level and more – together with motor reversing for unique ground handling and other capabilities – when using compatible transmitters.





Features

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

Large control surfaces efficient in severe tosses plus vortex generators to improve 3D performance

Specially tuned motor compatible with THREE and 4S batteries without the need for modifications or upgrades

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

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

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

The unrivaled stability and locked-in feel of special AS3X® innovation

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 hassle-free storage and transport

Lightweight yet long lasting composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO building

Factory-finished with an updated trim plan consisting of brilliant graphics





GO MILD OR WILD!
Equipped with the most recent 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, quicker metal-geared servos and ball-link equipped linkages provide favorable, exact control while the diagonal hinge lines make it possible for the control surfaces to deflect to high angles for severe 3D capabilities. The new power system, with a specially-tuned motor and prop, is compatible with THREE AND with 4S batteries to provide additional power and limitless vertical capability — no modifications required. It likewise includes special Smart Innovation through the Spektrum™ Avian™ 60-amp Smart ESC, and the BNF® Fundamental version is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry consisting of real-time battery voltage, current, temperature level and more to compatible transmitters. Plus, with 7+ channel transmitters, the optional-use motor reversing function adds unique ground handling and other distinct capabilities. The composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO building offers a light-weight however long lasting airframe that's factory-finished in a striking, ready-to-admire trim plan. Most importantly you can have the Ultimate 3D flight-ready in less time than it takes to charge a battery since 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 simplest and finest option for nearly any pilot searching for their very first or next biplane!





Needed to Total

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

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

Suitable LiPo battery charger

What remains in package?

(1) E-flite® Ultimate 3D 950mm with:

(1) Spektrum™ Avian™ 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 Manual





Item Introduce





Flight Talk







 



Ultimate Capabilities

Ultimate Capabilities
Diagonal hinge lines make it possible to deflect every control surface to high angles for outstanding control and severe 3D aerobatic capability. Vortex generators likewise improve the performance and handling general so you can fly as moderate 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 provide an abundance of thrust with a 3S LiPo battery, or additional power and limitless vertical performance with a 4S battery without the need for any modifications or upgrades.
 





Ultimate Durability

Ultimate Durability
Composite-reinforced, hollow-core building with EPO product 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 sturdiness plus more favorable and exact control.
 

Ultimate Convenience

Ultimate Convenience
No glue is required 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 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 a special Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart ESC that can supply a variety of real-time power system associated telemetry information consisting of motor RPM, current, battery voltage and more through 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 includes optional-use motor reversing to use unique ground handling and other capabilities (7+ channel transmitter required 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 the air quickly and with the very 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 require to do is bind the receiver to a suitable transmitter, complete any final assembly, and fly!
 





Exclusive Technologies

Exclusive Technologies

Exclusive Technologies
The Ultimate 3D is equipped with special 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 appear like you're flying a much bigger airplane. Optional-use SAFE Select uses pitch and bank angle limits together with automatic self-leveling that can be switched on and off at the flip of a switch! And if you don't want to enable the SAFE Select features, simply bind the receiver normally and only AS3X will be active.
 





E-flite Ultimate 3D 950mm with Smart Technology



Specs

Aileron: Yes

Airfoil Shape: Balanced

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 independently

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: Full Range DSMX 6 channel computer system 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 independently

Retracts: 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 Area: 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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Rated 5 stars Ultimate 3D
By Mike S on August 30, 2020   Verified Purchase

Excellent performance, great plane for intermediate.

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