Electric Model Aircraft

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Electric model aircraft has become popular these days, mainly because the motors are cleaner and easier and quieter to start and operate than one with combustion motors. The power source for this type of kit is batteries. However, not all battery powered flier can fly. Furthermore, batteries still are somewhat lack of energy source compared to gas fuel.

The invention of lithium polymer (Li-Poly) batteries has made a big difference in the world of Electric model aircraft. They make it possible to build a plane that performs similarly to those IC powered one. It makes the airplane is able to fly, with or without remote control. If you browse through online shop for this kind of toy, you will see numerous kinds of products to choose from.

Lightning F2a/F6 Fighter 1-32 Trumpeter
This Trumpeter collection item comes in 1:32 Scale. You can choose which one you like from the 2 version, F.2A or the F.6. It was made with highly detailed plastic pieces molded in grey and includes clear parts for added details. The black tires are realistic with die-cast metal struts, and waterslide decals. The wingspan is 334mm with length of 524.6mm. It’s a nice toy to consider.

KYO11861B Spitfire 50 ARF by Kyosho
The Spitfire, forged in the life and death fight of Britain’s warfare, has elegant elliptical wings and curved form. It symbolizes heroism and popularity. Nevertheless, it doesn’t produce in remote control version because of the complicated curves. The production is not easy. The cost associated with recreating the scale form with detail accuracy was rather high. Kyosho used high quality lightweight balsa fuselage and accuracy to solve this problem.



It features the signature split flaps of the original which gives fascinating flight control, not just in take- off and landing. The flight style is made as realistic as possible and the appearance of the Spitfire is replicated through the split flaps, retracts and spinner for a 3-blade propeller. It is equipped with 4-cycle 50-class or 2 cycle 40-55 engine power to fly this legendary WWII fighter.

Pitts Model 12 15e ARF by E-flite
The E-flite’s ARF is one of aviation’s hottest aerobatic machine replicas until now. It is designed by a world-class competitor and veteran, Quique Somenzini. You will get a thrilling scale aerobatic experience unlike any other. The wing area is quite large and light, while offering very convincing flight characteristics. As a hobbyist, you don’t want to miss it.

It features high detail design and components with quality and performance beyond similar products. Whether you are intermediate or expert pilots, you will enjoy maximum satisfaction and performance with no extra effort. It features a lightweight balsa and plywood frame covered in genuine Hangar 9 UltraCote, a moving tail wheel, a fiberglass cowl and wheel pants. It is equipped with E-flite Power 15 or Power 25 BL Out-runner Motor and a quick and easy battery hatch.