Designed by McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) and Northrop, the F/A-18 Hornet is used by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps as both a fighter and an attack platform. Air forces of several other nations fly the F-18 as well. This replica has been modeled after the F/A-18D two-seat variant, operated primarily by the U.S. Marine Corps in night attack and Forward Air Controller (Airborne) [FAC(A)] roles. The trim and color scheme are taken from the U.S. Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 — the “Bats” — based in Iwakuni, Japan. An all-new design for experienced RC pilots, the E-flite® F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF provides an exceptional flying experience highlighted by an abundance of Extra Scale details and functional scale features including factory-installed LED lights, full-flying stabs, operational flaps and more!
The E-flite® F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF features an all-new design with the size, scale details, functional features and performance to deliver an unmatched flying experience. With 6S LiPo power its V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-RPM brushless inrunner motor and 100A ESC deliver fantastic performance with virtually instantaneous throttle response. This power system also provides better performance and longer flight times than the 6S-compatible power systems used in larger models — plus it offers a turbine-like sound! An abundance of Extra Scale details including molded-in panel lines and hatches, removable ordnance and drop tanks, a pilot figure and more take the appearance to another level. Functional Extra Scale features include LED navigation lights, full-flying stabs and operational flaps, plus retracts and sequenced gear doors. It's also equipped with the most scale-like landing gear of any F-18 EDF model yet, and the shock-absorbing, trailing-link struts are painted white for an even more realistic appearance. Constructed of durable, fully-molded EPO material, no glue is required for assembly and it can be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery!
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Airfoil Shape: Flat bottom
Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour
Approximate Flight Time: 3 minutes
CG (Center of Gravity): 2.7-3" (70-78mm) back from leading edge at fuselage
Charger: 6-cell LiPo balancing charger (sold separately)
Completion Level: Bind-N-Fly Basic
Control Throw - High (Ailerons): Up/Down 0.47" (12mm)
Control Throw - High (Elevator): Up/Down 0.63" (16mm)
Control Throw - High (Rudder): Right/Left 0.43" (11mm)
Control Throw - Low (Ailerons): Up/Down 0.31" (8mm)
Control Throw - Low (Elevator): Up/Down 0.47" (12mm)
Control Throw - Low (Rudder): Right/Left 0.27" (7mm)
Control Throw (Flaps): Full Down 1.8" (45mm), Half Down 1.1" (28mm)
Fan Size: 3.1" (80mm) diameter
Flaps: Yes
Flying Weight: 251-2000g, 6.6-7.5lbs (2.99-3.4kg)
Length: 53.1" (1350mm)
Material: EPO foam
Minimum Required Radio: 6-CH 2.4GHz DSMX
Minimum Speed Control: 100A Pro-Switch Mode w/EC5 connector included
Motor Size: 3270 2000Kv brushless inrunner
Recommended Motor Battery: 6S 22.2V 4000-8000mAh 30C LiPo w/IC5 or EC5 connector (sold separately)
Retracts: 100° rotating electric retracts
Servos: Ten 13g metal gear servos included
Transmitter Range: Full range 6-ch transmitter required
Wingspan: 38.6" (980mm)
