News from the RC World

NEW PRODUCT: Hydro Formula 1200GP 26CC Hydroplane Racing Boat 1200mm (AUS Warehouse)

The Hydro Formula Power Boat is a large scale 26CC gas powered hyrdoplane racing boat that not only looks the part, it has the performance to back it up. With its vibrant, beautifully finished paint scheme and fiberglass hull, this is one boat that is sure to turn heads!

This high speed race boat is very well thought out with its easily removable access hatch featuring alloy quick-release fasteners, externally mounted engine kill-switch, rubber dampened engine mounts, pre-installed water cooling system and vented canopy to keep the inside of the hull cool.

Featuring a powerful pre-installed 26CC gas engine, CNC alloy hardware, and high torque steering/throttle servos, this boat is almost ready to run. You will just need to add your own 2ch radio system, fill up the fuel tank and your ready to leave the competition in your wake!

• Powerful 26CC Gas Engine
• Rubber Dampened Engine Mounts
• CNC Alloy Rudder, Strut Mount and Propeller
• High Torque Steering/Throttle Servos
• Quick-Release Access Hatch
• Externally Mounted Engine Kill-Switch
• Pre-Installed Water Cooling System
• Vented Canopy

Specs:
Length: 1200mm
Beam: 600mm
Height: 270mm
Hull material: Fiberglass composite
Engine: 26cc gas

NEW PRODUCT: ViperJet Composite 70mm EDF - 1050mm (ARF) (AUS Warehouse)

Do you feel the need for speed? The Hobbyking Viperjet is a true, fully aerobatic speed machine with stunning good looks to match it''s performance.

The Viperjets composite fuselage and pre-covered built up wings help propel it''s slippery shape to blistering speeds, the flaps help to slow it down enough to land at almost any flying field, the inclusion of a rudder means a wider envelope of aerobatic performance over the usual bank''n''yank capability of so many jets in this class, giving the pilot so much more to explore beyond simply outright speed. The "winglets" will provide lift, right down to the slowest of speeds, meaning a greatly reduced stall speed and excellent flying manners.

A full hard-ware kit is included, smooth inlet ducting is pre-installed, just leaving you to fit the supplied efflux tube. Fixed landing gear is also included or you can belly land. The large canopy area gives you plenty of options for Lipoly batteries, ranging from 4s~6s for the real speed freaks!

Specifications:
Material: Fiberglass Fuselage, Blasa/Ply Wings, Horizontal Stabiliser/Elevator & Rudder
Wing Span: 1050mm
Length: 940mm
Dry Weight: 950g
EDF Unit: 70mm
Radio: 5 channel, 6~7 servo''s (not included)

Features:
Fully pre-painted & covered
Removable Fan Cover
Landing gear ply mounts pre-fitted if you choose to fit the included landing gear
All Hardware included

Requires:
Your Own 6 Channel RX/TX
28mm EDF inrunner or outrunner motor, 700w +
60A~100A ESC
6~7 Metal Gear, High Torque Micro Servo''s
3300mAh 4s 30c Lipo Minimum, up to 2650mAh 6s 30c depending on motor choice

NEW PRODUCT: North American AT-6 Texan 2135mm Composite (ARF) (AUS Warehouse)

This superb Texan features a high quality fiberglass fuselage with an integral centre wing section which also houses the retractable landing gear (not included) also available from Hobbyking and specifically designed for this model. The wing & tailfeathers are balsa and are plug in 2 pc for easy transportation, both the wing and horizontal stab are bolt on for quick field assembly.

The finish on this fantastic giant scale model is a realistic matt paint and features high quality, pre-applied water slide decals for the final touch, a good quality hardware pack and fuel tank is also included, as are instructions. The Texan is designed to accept a gas engine from 35cc upwards, this model is also perfect for an electric conversion due to the large canopy which can be removed in seconds, there is a huge amount of space in the fuselage to accomodate the size of lipoly packs that would be needed for a giant scale model flown on electric.

With the high level of detail, matt finish, accurate outline and generous size, this AT-6 is a scale modelers dream and with the right power train fitted, performance will be superb, the split flaps coupled with the suprisingly light flying weight will keep landing speeds right down. There is no doubt that this Texan is a high quality composite model at a realistic price which would turn heads at any airfield!

Specs:
Wingspan: 2135mm
Length: 1610mm
Wing Area: 64.3dm2
Flying Weight: 14.9lbs

Requires:
Your own 6 Channel TX/RX
10 x Standard Servo
35cc ~ 50cc Gas Engine
RX Battery
Retractable Landing Gear
Tailwheel

NEW PRODUCT: Turboraven 30cc Gas 1900mm w/Carbon Fiber Landing Gear (ARF) (USA Warehouse)

This superb Turboraven really looks the part and is something quite different from the usual sport models and 3D models!

The construction of this ARF is first class, being both strong and light, the covering is also excellent and has been expertly applied. The glassfiber cowl and wheel pants have a deep gloss paint finish and the comprehensive, quality hardware package compliments the quality of the airframe. The 2 pc plug in wing and horizontal stabilizer is ideal for easy transportation and field assembly and mounts onto a CF tube. Rudder is pull/pull for precision and high quality turnbuckle control rods with ball links are used for the other control surfaces, in addition, servo horns extensions are included and for the final touch, the Turboraven features full CF under-carriage!

The Turboraven is a high performance aerobatic model and regardless of EP or IC power, this is a model that the RC pilot will never tire of, capable of high speed with the right set up, combined with an excellent aerobatic ability, this is a great looking, practical every-day sport model that will really stand out at your airfield!

Specs:
Wingspan: 1900mm
Length: 1850mm
Flying Weight: 5200g ~ 5500g
Engine: 30cc Gas Engine or EP equivalent (not included)

Includes:
Engine Mount
Fuel Tank
All hardware
Instructions

Requires:
Your own 4~6 Channel TX/RX
30cc~35cc Gas Engine or Rotomax 1.60 Brushless Outrunner 
5 x Standard Size Digital MG High Torque Servo (4 x for EP)
RX Battery and/or UBEC
160A ESC (EP
5000mAh 10s Lipoly Battery (EP)
100mm Spinner

NEW PRODUCT: WireLabels - servo wire label heatshrink (14mm x 1m)

Servo Lead Label Heatshrink (14mm x 1m) - Ideal for neat labelling of servo leads, simply cut the desired pre-printed label from the roll, slide onto the lead or plug and shrink! The following Labels are pre-printed onto the 1 metre roll: Aux 1, Aux 2, Flap, Gear, Battery, Aileron, Elevator, Rudder, Throttle.

What is optimal climb rate ? : hairykarts

Don t forget at that height you are running into thin air , prop size should increase to compensate .

Bixler Battery : Daithi

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Order Number 2004422068 : CSbeta

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NEW PRODUCT: Hydro Formula 1200GP 26CC Hydroplane Racing Boat 1200mm (USA Warehouse)

The Hydro Formula Power Boat is a large scale 26CC gas powered hyrdoplane racing boat that not only looks the part, it has the performance to back it up. With its vibrant, beautifully finished paint scheme and fiberglass hull, this is one boat that is sure to turn heads!

This high speed race boat is very well thought out with its easily removable access hatch featuring alloy quick-release fasteners, externally mounted engine kill-switch, rubber dampened engine mounts, pre-installed water cooling system and vented canopy to keep the inside of the hull cool.

Featuring a powerful pre-installed 26CC gas engine, CNC alloy hardware, and high torque steering/throttle servos, this boat is almost ready to run. You will just need to add your own 2ch radio system, fill up the fuel tank and your ready to leave the competition in your wake!

Features:
• Powerful 26CC Gas Engine
• Rubber Dampened Engine Mounts
• CNC Alloy Rudder, Strut Mount and Propeller
• High Torque Steering/Throttle Servos
• Quick-Release Access Hatch
• Externally Mounted Engine Kill-Switch
• Pre-Installed Water Cooling System
• Vented Canopy

Specs:
Length: 1200mm
Beam: 600mm
Height: 270mm
Hull material: Fiberglass composite
Engine: 26cc gas

NEW PRODUCT: Hobbyking Edge 540 V3 (Red/White) 3D 1200mm (ARF) (USA Warehouse)

The Edge 540 V3 has to be one of the best looking race & performance planes ever built but make no mistake, the Hobbyking Edge has been designed with one thing in mind, extreme 3D aerobatics!

The quality of this Edge is simply as good as it gets, the airframe has been constructed to keep the flying weight minimal but strong enough to take the punishment of extreme aerobatics, the superb quality covering has been expertly applied and for the final touch, the cowl, canopy and wheel pants are finished in a deep gloss paint. The hardware is excellent & also chosen to keep flying weight to an absolute minimum and of course the model features plug in wing & CF wing tube as you would expect for easy transportation.

The H-King Edge 540 V3 performs every inch as good as it looks, naturaly it makes for a great sport plane but it would be fair to say that hardcore 3D is what the Edge has been designed for. The precision of the airframe, stunning looks, top line quality and amazing feather weight specs make the Edge 540 V3 the must have plane for all aerobatic and 3D pilots!

Features:
Amazing looks
Top quality construction and covering
Easy and fast to build
Ultra light weight but strong airframe
Superbly finished
Stunning 3D capability
Quick field assembly, easy to transport

Specs:
Wingspan: 1200mm
Length: 1180mm
Wing Area: 28.9dm2
Dry Weight: 729g (inc all hardware)
Flying Weight: 1300g~1500g (Approx)

Requires:
Your own 4~6 Channel TX/RX
35mm Brushless Outrunner Motor
40A~50A ESC
4 x Digital High Torque 9g~12g servo
2200mAh~3300mAh 3s Lipoly Battery
50mm Spinner
UBEC (Optional)

NEW PRODUCT: HobbyKing Quadcopter Frame V1 (USA Warehouse)

Built from strong yet light weight Ply wood and glass fiber materials the HobbyKing Quadcopter frame provides the perfect test bed or starting point for any Quadcopter enthusiast. The HobbyKing Quadcopter frame comes with the main components pre-assembled right out of the box. The interlocking parts make assembling the entire frame easy. Light weight nylon nuts, bolts and spacers have been included to keep the flying weight down. The Camera tilt mechanism also includes a vibration dampening system to combat rolling shutter effects.

Height: 200mm
Witdh: 550mm
Weight: 195gram (No electonics)
Skid width: 256mm
Ply Wood: 3mm

Clearance:
Underside of main frame: 115mm
Underside of Camera support: 35mm

 

The frame is partially assembled and lightly glued. Be sure to use CA on all joins during assembly and before flying. Nylon screws may vary in color between black or white.

NEW PRODUCT: Sukhoi SU-35 Twin 70mm Super Scale EDF Jet w/Thrust Vectoring 1080mm (PNF) (USA Warehouse)

The Sukhoi SU-35 is a single-seat, twin-engine super maneuverable multirole fighter. In the 1980s, Sukhoi was looking to upgrade its high-performance SU-27. The resultant SU-35 embodies aerodynamic refinements to give it more maneuverability, greatly enhanced avionics, longer range, and a more powerful engine. The first prototype, converted from a production SU-27, made its maiden flight in June 1988.

This highly scale twin 70mm EDF model embodies all of the performance and good looks of the real SU-35 aircraft. With its brilliant military paint scheme, detailed pilot and scale decals, this famous fighter jet really looks the part!

With features such as electronic servoless retracts, functional nose-wheel gear doors, all-moving tail plane, working rudders and 360° thrust vectoring, this model has everything you could ask for and more! It even features removable bolt-on wings & vertical stabs making transportation/storage a breeze.

Powered by twin 70mm fan units with 2300kv motors, 55A ESCs and 6S lipoly, the SU-35 has greater than a 1:1 power-to-weight ratio allowing for the most radical of flight maneuvers!

This twin 70mm SU-35 arrives in PNF form, so all that is needed is to add your own 6ch TX/RX and a 6S 3700~4000mAh lipoly to be in the air!

Features:
Powerful 6S twin 70mm EDF system pre-installed
Expertly painted highly detailed color scheme
Removable bolt-on wings/vertical stabs
Full 360° thrust vectoring
Electronic servoless retracts
Functional nose-wheel gear doors
All-moving tail plane
Working rudders

Specs:
Wingspan: 1080mm
Length: 1630mm
Flying Weight: 2600g
Thrust: 3000g
Motor: 2849-2300KV x 2
ESC: 55A x 2
Servos: 9g x 9 / 17g MG digital x 2

Requires:
Your own 6ch TX/RX
6S 3700~4000mAh lipoly

NEW PRODUCT: P-40N Giant Scale w/flaps & retracts 1700mm EPO Silver (ARF) (USA Warehouse)

The P-40 Warhawk saw action in many theatres in WW2, including the Mediterranean, North Africa and the Pacific where it was used as both a fighter and more successfully as a ground attack aircraft. Most famously, the P-40 was used by the Chinese Flying Tiger squadron flown by US pilots, the success of this squadron against the Japanese airforce in China, even against the feared Zero, made them household names around the world.

This P-40 Warhawk is simply huge for a foam model! Being EPO, it is as tough as you would expect but at the same time, the moulded detailing is simply amazing. Despite it''s size, this Warhawk should be easy to transport with it''s removable 1pc wing and removable tailplane. The plastic moulded part details, like the very scale exhaust stubs, 3 blade prop/spinner, bomb cradle, .50 Cal machine guns, cockpit detail just go on and on and make for a stunning scale model.

This version serve''s as both a "crash kit" just in case and as a basic airframe for those wanting to use their own equipment. The electric twist and turn retract/gear door assembly''s and tailwheel assembly are included, as is the gear door/retract sequencer. You also get the scale prop/spinner and a shaft adapter. This is a reasonably involved assembly for a foamie and it will be important to choose your power train and RC equipment carefully, done properly, the end result as an impressive looking and superb flying scale warbird.

Specs:
Wingspan: 1700mm
Length: 1500mm
Flying Weight: 3500g
6 Channel (throttle, aileron, elevator, rudder, flaps, retracts)

Includes:
Twist n Turn Electric Retracts with Oleo Leg''s & Electric Tailwheel
Sequencer for retracts/landing gear doors
Prop & Spinner
Prop adapter
All Hardware
Instructions
Motor Mount
Light Blisters

Requires:
Your Own 6 Channel TX/RX
4000mAh~4500mAh 6s Lipoly Battery
50-60 Brushless Outrunner Motor 250~320kv
4 x 9g & 7 x 17g Servo
60A~80A OPTO ESC
8A~10A UBEC
Landing Light Set (Optional)

MAAA Alternative for Insurance : Crashtruk

Just read the AMAS insurance policy. Nil cover if you over 65, might be an issue as many aeromodellers are.

order number 2004516037 : pocilipora

Ive not yet recieved this package. Was shipped May 16. Ive recieved 2 other packages that were ordered and shipped after this order. I have payed through Paypal so I know there wont be a problem getting my money back.

NEW PRODUCT: Bumblebee Carbon Fiber Quadcopter Frame 550mm (PRE-ORDER)

Note: This is a pre-order item. Orders will begin shipping early June.

The Bumblebee Carbon Fiber Quadcopter is a stylish and high quality quad frame perfect for aerial videography or for just flying around at your favorite local flying site.

This frame is constructed of beautifully finished genuine carbon fiber, the quality is top notch. It features folding arms and folding landing skids which makes it easy to transport and store. The removable dome top gives this quad personality and makes for a great way to hide your electronics giving it a very clean and tidy look.

The landing skids on the Bumblebee are quite tall which gives plenty of ground clearance for mounting a camera underneath with the optional camera mount (sold separately). This is the ideal platform for shooting awesome aerial video!

This frame comes with 4 x 35mm brushless outrunner motors in the box taking the guesswork out of choosing your power system. It even includes propellers. Simply add your own ESCs, multi-rotor control board, radio system and batteries to get the Bumblebee in the air!

Features:
High quality genuine carbon fiber construction.
Removable dome top.
Foldable arms and landing skids.
4 x 35mm brushless motors included.
Tall landing skids for under-frame camera mounting.

Specs:
Width: 550mm
Height: 306mm (w/dome and landing skids installed)
Ground Clearance: 193mm
Weight: 950g (w/out battery)

Required:
1 x Hobbyking multi-rotor control board
4 x 20~30A ESC
3S 2200~3300mAh lipoly battery
4CH transmitter and receiver

NEW PRODUCT: ViperJet Fiberglass 90mm EDF 1250mm (ARF) (DE Warehouse)

Do you feel the need for speed? The Hobbyking Viperjet is a true, fully aerobatic speed machine with stunning good looks to match it''s performance. The 70mm version has been a massive hit and rightly so, this amazing 90mm version is sure to be just as popular. The bare airframe is lightweight, so anything from 6s up is going to give you an amazingly cheap 90mm sport jet, certainly nothing in this class looks this good and fly''s so well for so little money.

The Viperjet''s superbly painted composite fuselage and matching pre-applied covering make for one good looking model, combine it''s looks &  speed with the Viperjets amazing precision aerobatic ability and you have one of the most exciting EDF jet''s in it''s class at a price you can afford. This gorgeous looking model is also well behaved at lower speed courtesy of the pre-installed split flaps and of course the "winglets" which provide lift, right down to the slowest of speeds, meaning a greatly reduced stall speed and excellent flying manners.

A full hard-ware kit, performance 90mm fan unit and fixed landing gear are included, retracts can be installed of course with a little work. The large canopy area gives you plenty of options for Lipoly batteries, ranging from 6s right up to 10s for the real speed freaks!

Specifications:
Wing Span: 1250mm
Length: 1250mm
Wing Area: 22.5g/dm3
Wing Load: 125g/dm3
Flying Weight: 2600g~3000g
EDF Unit: 90mm
5~6 Channel

Features:
Fully pre-painted & covered
Removable Fan Cover
Landing gear ply mounts pre-fitted if you choose to fit the included landing gear
All Hardware included

Requires:
Your Own 6 Channel RX/TX
36mm EDF inrunner or outrunner motor (1200w Min)
80A~150A OPTO ESC
8~9 Metal Gear, High Torque Micro/Mini Servo''s
6s 4500mAh (Minimum)
UBEC

NEW PRODUCT: Durafly Dynamic-S Performance V-Tail Glider 1560mm EPO (PNF) (DE Warehouse)

The Dynamic-S has amazing performance, capable of a stunning climb rate and blisteringly fast passes, this fantastic looking, aerobatic model is a must have for the RC pilot!

Made from super tough EPO foam, not only will the Dynamic-S take some punishment, it will continue to look great no matter what you throw at it! The fuselage, wings, V-tail & all control surfaces have been re-enforced with carbon rod, the end result being a super stiff structure for excellent flight performance. The Dynamic-S is plug and fly, so all servo''s are pre-installed, as is the ESC and powerful 300 watt outrunner motor. To make assembly even easier, no glue is required during the build, the wings and V-Tail are secured by substantial plates and screws which add to the rigidity and performance, the 2 pc removable wing also makes transportation easy. The wing tube is a square CF type that just won''t flex, another example of the quality of this model, the kind of quality people are coming to expect from the Durafly range.

In terms of performance, this stylish model will keep you grinning all day, fully aerobatic and very fast, the Dynamic-S is the perfect grab and fly model for any field and any occasion. The ultra powerful motor and large prop combo mean that the Dynamic-S is just as happy flown slowly as it is making fast ''n'' low passes, or performing aerobatics, the wide flight envelope means this model can provide fun, thrills and bang for Buck that few others can hope to match, every now and again, a model comes along that you NEED, the Dynamic-S is that model!

Features (DYNAMIC-S):
Triple Carbon Spar Main wing
Twin Carbon Spar Fuse
Carbon Spar elevator and V-Tail (4 carbon rods)
Big power 35mm Outrunner for fast climbs
Plastic mouldings for strong joins and crash resistance
High Quality Servo system
Super Ridgid EPO frame for high performance gliding
V-Tail efficient tail
Quality folding spinner
Unmatched performance for an EPO glider of this class.

Specs:
Wingspan: 1560mm
Length: 1010mm
Wing Area: 21dm2
Wing Load: 42.9g/dm2
Flying Weight: 900g
Servo: 9g x 4
ESC: 30A w/BEC
Motor: 35mm 1130kv Brushless Outrunner
Prop: 12x6.5 Folding

Includes:
T-Connector to XT-60 adapter
All Hardware
Instructions
Decals

Requires:
Your own 4 Channel TX/RX with V-Tail mixing
1800mAh 3s Lipoly Battery

NEW PRODUCT: BF109 Funfighter - EPO 658mm (PNP) incl. High-Spec (3s~4s) ESC (AUS Warehouse)

So, you want a fast parkflyer!?
Forget boring scale details and shelf queen good looks this BF109 is built for speed and all out fun! Dog fight with friends on 3S or use a 4S pack for heart pounding high speed passes, either way the Fun fighters have you covered. The combination of the light weight EPO airframe, a high power brushless motor and a simple aileron and elevator setup place these models amongst the most exhilarating park flyers to hit the market this year. Dont be left out of the fun!

This model comes plug and fly and only requires a few minutes of assembly time and flies like its on rails thanks to the one piece molding technique used in the construction. All you will require to have the BF109 in the air is a 3~4S 850mAh 20C Lipoly battery and your own transmitter and receiver (Tx/Rx)

Specs.
Wing Span: 658mm
Length: 610mm
Flying weight: 320g
Prop: 5.5x4.5 (Included)
Motor: 2825-1950kv Brushless outrunner motor (Included)
ESC: 20A Upgraded True 4S (Included)
Servo: 3 x 8gram (Included)
Battery: 850mAh 3~4S 20C Lipoly (Required)

Required.
850mAh 3~4S 20C Lipoly Battery
Your own transmitter and Receiver

Note: For a truly Ballistic upgrade try the Turnigy nano-tech 850mAh 4S 45~90C Lipo Pack. See the related items below.