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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 efficiency, the Ultimate biplane — in full-blown and in RC design form — has actually provided pilots all over regard for the aerobatic capabilities of an aircraft with two wings. Gordon Cost developed 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 efficiency and 3D capabilities. With the Ultimate 3D, E-flite® has actually upgraded and upgraded that tested airframe to modern-day standards. 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 firmly in control with the extra power. It's likewise geared up with a 60-amp Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC, and the BNF® Standard version is geared up with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry including real-time battery voltage, current, temperature and more – together with motor reversing for unique ground handling and other capabilities – when utilizing compatible transmitters.





Features

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

Extra-large control surfaces efficient in extreme throws plus vortex generators to boost 3D efficiency

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

60-amp Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC supplies real-time battery voltage, temperature and other information, plus reversing capabilities, through 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 security

The unequaled stability and locked-in feel of exclusive 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 convenient storage and transportation

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

Factory-finished with an upgraded trim scheme including vibrant 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-blown 3D efficiency too! More powerful, much faster metal-geared servos and ball-link equipped linkages deliver positive, accurate control while the beveled 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, is compatible with 3S AND with FOUR batteries to deliver extra power and limitless vertical ability — no modifications needed. It likewise features exclusive Smart Innovation through the Spektrum™ Bird™ 60-amp Smart ESC, and the BNF® Standard version is geared up with an AR637TA receiver that uses full-range telemetry including real-time battery voltage, current, temperature and more to compatible 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 supplies a lightweight but 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 takes to charge a battery due to the fact that no glue is needed for final assembly, and installation/removal of the wings is tool-free for easy storage and transportation. This makes it the most convenient and finest option for almost any pilot searching for their very 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™ Port

Compatible 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) 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 impressive control and extreme 3D aerobatic ability. Vortex generators likewise boost the efficiency and managing overall so you can fly as mild 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 features 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 limitless vertical efficiency with a 4S battery without the need for any modifications or upgrades.
 





Ultimate Toughness

Ultimate Durability
Composite-reinforced, hollow-core building with EPO product provides a lightweight yet long lasting airframe. The Ultimate 3D is likewise geared up 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 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 almost any car, setup and removal of the wings is tool-free for easy storage and transportation. Pins quickly protect the struts and thumbscrews protect the wings to the fuselage.
 





Smart Innovation

Smart Technology
The Ultimate 3D is geared up with a special Spektrum™ Bird™ Smart ESC that can supply a variety of real-time power system associated telemetry information including motor RPM, current, battery voltage and more through 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 features optional-use motor reversing to provide unique ground handling and other capabilities (7+ channel transmitter needed for reversing).
 

Bind-N-Fly Basic Conclusion Level Benefit

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 easier than ever. They come out of the box 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 compatible transmitter, complete any final assembly, and fly!
 





Exclusive Technologies

Exclusive Technologies

Exclusive Technologies
The Ultimate 3D is geared up with exclusive Spektrum™ AS3X® and SAFE® Select innovations. AS3X works behind the scenes to ravel the effects of wind and turbulence to deliver a locked-in feel that makes it look like you're flying a much larger plane. Optional-use SAFE Select uses pitch and bank angle limitations together with automated self-leveling that can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch! And if you don't wish to allow the SAFE Select features, merely bind the receiver typically and just AS3X will be active.
 





E-flite Ultimate 3D 950mm with Smart Technology



Requirements

Aileron: Yes

Airfoil Forming: In Proportion

Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour

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

Material: Composite-reinforced, hollow-core EPO

Minimum Required Radio: Complete Variety DSMX 6 channel computer system radio

Minimum Speed Control: 60A Smart w/IC3 adapter

Motor Size: BL10 brushless outrunner

Prop Size: 11.6 X 6"

Receiver: Spektrum AR637TA

Recommended Motor Battery: 3S - FOUR LiPo 2200mAh sold independently

Retracts: No

Rudder: Yes

Servos: Four 9g high torque metal equipment

Innovation : AS3X, SAFE Select

Throttle: Reversible Smart ESC w/Telemetry

Transmitter Variety: Complete

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

Excellent performance, great plane for intermediate.

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