RC Universe Biplane FlatOuts 3D ARF 30.6"

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This is the radio controlled, electric powered, foam Great Planes ElectriFly FlatOuts R/C Universe Profile Park Flyer Biplane. For Intermediate to Advanced Modeler/Fliers. FEATURES: Construction: 1/8" (3mm) thick foam with carbon fiber reinforcing rods to strengthen the infrastructure, Trim: White, Red, Black and Silver with the RC Universe Logo spanning the top wing and decorating the lower wing and the fin and rudder Wings: 1/8" (3mm) thick foam with with carbon fiber leading edge and trailing edge reinforcement Landing Gear: 5/64" (2mm) diameter carbon rod landing gear legs with 1.05" (27mm) diameter wheels (Black plastic with rubber tire) Tailwheel: .40" (10mm) diameter, plastic construction Wheel Pants: foam construction, profile design Building Time: Flight ready in 2-3 hours Hardware: Carbon fiber pushrods and wing struts, clip-hinge system on tail section allows up to 80° of deflection without binding and also pops loose in the event of a crash Pushrods: 1mm diameter, carbon fiber construction Warranty: Great Planes Model Manufacturing Company guarantees this kit free from defects in both materials and workmanship at the date of purchase. INCLUDES: Great Planes R/C Universe foam 3D airplane, carbon fiber rods, complete hardware package and photo-illustrated manual REQUIRES: Speed Control: 8A for Brushless motors - GPMM1800 Battery: 640mAh Lithium Polymer (LiPo) battery - GPMP0601 Motor: Direct Drive Brushless - GPMG4525 Propeller: 10x3.5 - GPMQ6655 Propeller Adapter: Included with Great Planes RimFire Motor Charger: Lithium Polymer-capable, Great Planes TRITON series Radio: 4-channel - FUTJ37** Receiver: Ultra micro size Servos: 3 micro with a 15+ oz-in minimum torque rating - FUTM0046 Misc. Items: Foam-safe CA, building and field equipment SPECS: Wingspan: 30.7" (780mm) Wing Area: 412 sq in (26.6 sq dm) Weight: 10.6oz (300g) Wing Loading: 3.9 oz/sq ft (10-12 g/sq dm) Length: 33.5" (850mm) Airfoil: Flat plate Center of Gravity: 3¼...

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful

IGNORE the 1 star reviews, Here's why, November 16, 2011

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This review is from: RC Universe Biplane FlatOuts 3D ARF 30.6" (Toy)

OK maybe I should not be posting a review because I did not buy it from this seller, BUT after seeing the 1 star rating THREE times from people who obviously have NO CLUE as to what they are even rating or talking about, and myself having personal experience with this plane and ovr 13 yrs of flying exp. makes me qualified to review this model or any type of "foamy" aircraft models. So if I may educate you a lil then Listen Up, :) if the title says ARF then it means ALMOST Ready To Fly, and that usually means you will have to already own or buy the following list of 'REQUIRED' items to fly the ARF plane you may be buying -- a transmitter (radio) and servos, (the radio usually includes servos as a package) speed control (to adjust the motor/prop speed) an elec. motor -- *** of the proper size***, propeller -- *** again proper size***, reciever, and then all the things needed to assemble like pushrods for the servos (they usually come with the model) control horns for the flight...Read more

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

Building and flying the RC UNIVERSE BIPE, January 6, 2012

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This review is from: RC Universe Biplane FlatOuts 3D ARF 30.6" (Toy)

RC UNIVERSE BIPE
This was my first flat out adventure. And I must say, it has been an adventure to say the least. Question; Would I recommend this bi plane to just anyone? NO! Why? To start with, the construction is not for the beginner. Matter of fact, I been in building and flying RC planes since 1960. I did a little free flight and control line even before that. So, I'm qualified to venture an opinion here?
The overall instructions is not clear at all and can be a bit frustrating at times. The photo's are a bit fuzzy and at the wrong angle, this does not aid in figuring it all out. However, if one is careful to consider what is actually being said in the instructions, you can certainly get the gist of it enough to make the build. I will warn you however, the landing gear is a bit to far back and is also rather puny. I also do not like the push rod system at all as it is not properly adjustable and a biplane should have easy adjustment on all surfaces.
The plane is...Read more

Experienced RC Pilots only, May 17, 2012

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This is a good looking kit, and an exciting flyer, but it is intended for experienced RC pilots only. That being said, I am impressed with it durability and looks for a profile aircraft. You will need servos, receiver, brushless motor and speed control, a propeller, a battery pack and some foam safe CA glue to finish this aircraft. I did have one minor kit issue with missing cutouts for one of the upper wing aileron hinge points on each side, but it was an easy fix if you have a good understanding about what needs to be done.