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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 thrilling efficiency, the Ultimate biplane — in full-scale and in RC model type — has provided pilots all over regard for the aerobatic capabilities of an airplane with two wings. Gordon Rate built 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 solid aerobatic efficiency 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 provides much better 3S efficiency 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® Fundamental version is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that provides full-range telemetry consisting of real-time battery voltage, current, temperature and more – together with motor reversing for unique ground handling and other capabilities – when using suitable transmitters.





Features

Upgraded and upgraded to use improved scale and sport flying, accuracy aerobatic and all-out 3D capabilities

Extra-large control surface areas capable of severe tosses plus vortex generators to enhance 3D efficiency

Specifically tuned motor suitable with 3S and FOUR batteries without the need for modifications or upgrades

60-amp Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart ESC offers real-time battery voltage, temperature and other data, plus reversing capabilities, through suitable 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 protection

The unmatched stability and locked-in feel of unique AS3X® innovation

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 transportation

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

Factory-finished with an upgraded trim scheme consisting of vibrant 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 accuracy aerobatic flying — plus all-out 3D efficiency too! Stronger, faster metal-geared servos and ball-link equipped linkages provide positive, accurate control while the beveled hinge lines make it possible for the control surface areas to deflect to high angles for severe 3D capabilities. The brand-new power system, with a specially-tuned motor and prop, works with 3S AND with FOUR batteries to provide extra power and unrestricted vertical capability — no modifications required. It likewise features unique Smart Technology through the Spektrum™ Avian™ 60-amp Smart ESC, and the BNF® Fundamental version is equipped with an AR637TA receiver that provides full-range telemetry consisting of real-time battery voltage, current, temperature and more to suitable transmitters. Plus, with 7+ channel transmitters, the optional-use motor reversing function includes unique ground handling and other special capabilities. The composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO building offers a lightweight however long lasting 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 requires to charge a battery due to the fact that no glue is required for last assembly, and installation/removal of the wings is tool-free for simple storage and transportation. This makes it the most convenient and best option for practically any pilot looking for their first or next biplane!





Needed to Total

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

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

Suitable LiPo charger

What remains in the Box?

(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) Product Handbook





Product Introduce





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Ultimate Capabilities

Ultimate Capabilities
Beveled hinge lines make it possible to deflect every control surface area to high angles for exceptional control and severe 3D aerobatic capability. Vortex generators likewise enhance the efficiency and managing general so you can fly as mild or as wild as you'd like — whether you choose scale, sport, accuracy aerobatic or all-out 3D flying.
 

Ultimate Power

Ultimate Power
The factory-installed brushless power system features 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 extra power and unrestricted vertical efficiency with a FOUR battery without the need for any modifications or upgrades.
 





Ultimate Durability

Ultimate Durability
Composite-reinforced, hollow-core building with EPO material provides a lightweight yet long lasting airframe. The Ultimate 3D is likewise equipped with higher-torque, higher-speed, metal-geared servos and ball-link equipped linkages for added sturdiness plus more positive and accurate control.
 

Ultimate Convenience

Ultimate Convenience
No glue is required for last assembly, and you can have the Ultimate 3D prepared to fly in less time than it requires to charge a battery. Although it's conveniently sized to fit completely put together in just about any automobile, installation and elimination of the wings is tool-free for simple storage and transportation. Pins quickly secure the struts and thumbscrews secure the wings to the fuselage.
 





Smart Technology

Smart Technology
The Ultimate 3D is equipped with a special Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart ESC that can provide a range of real-time power system related telemetry data consisting of motor RPM, current, battery voltage and more through suitable 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 Conclusion Level Advantage

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 very best control experience possible easier than ever. They come out of the box with the power system, servos and a Spektrum 2.4GHz receiver installed so all you require to do is bind the receiver to a compatible transmitter, finish any last 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 provide a locked-in feel that makes it appear like you're flying a much bigger plane. Optional-use SAFE Select provides pitch and bank angle limitations together with automated self-leveling that can be switched on and off at the flip of a switch! And if you do not wish to enable the SAFE Select features, merely bind the receiver generally and only AS3X will be active.
 





E-flite Ultimate 3D 950mm with Smart Technology



Specifications

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: Offered independently

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: Fixed main LG with steerable tail wheel

Length: 42.6 in (1082.3mm)

Material: Composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO

Minimum Required Radio: Full Range DSMX 6 channel computer system 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 independently

Withdraws: No

Rudder: Yes

Servos: 4 9g high torque metal gear

Technology : 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

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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$279.99

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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