E-Flite: LR-1A Pogo ARF 15e

by Bob Bishop
(RC Airplanes Simplified.com)

The Goodyear racers of the 1950s have always been loved by RC modelers and now you can fly an RC electric version!
Constructed of laser cut balsa and ply, the LR-1A Pogo is expertly covered in UltraCote. With a wing span of 49" and a finished weight of 3.25 to 3.4lbs, the racer is completely constructed.
If powered by a Power 15 outrunner brushless motor, with a 40a RC ESC and a 3S lipo battery, the pogo is a great for sport RC aerobatics.
If racing is the way you would like to go, then drop-in an E-Flite Power 25 1250 Kv motor and a 60a ESC and you can expect lap speeds of up to 110MPH!
A 4-channel radio system and 3 mini RC servos are required.


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E-Flite: Rhapsody 25e ARF

by Bob Bishop
(RC Airplanes Simplified.com)

The Rhapsody 25e ARF RC airplane is a combination of classic lines with a modern finish.
Manufactured from balsa and ply,it is beautifully covered in UltaCote.
You can complete it in just a few enjoyable evenings of work. The finish painted fiberglass cowl and wheel pants and the bolt-on tail will save you a lot of time.
The wing span of 47" and a maximum weight of 4.6lbs ensures a possibility of sprightly RC aerobatics! You will need a Power 25 outrunner brushless motor and a 4-channel radio. Four mini-RC servos of 40 oz/in of torque and a 40A RC ESC, along with a lipo battery(3S 11.1V 3100mAh 30C) completes the components needed for your Rhapsody.



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E-Flite: Leader 480

by Bob Bishop
(RC Airplanes Simplified.com)

The 480 is a park flyer that is capable of precision aerobatics.
As is typical with all ARF airplanes, it comes completely built but does not include any electronics or radio equipment.
Construction is of balsa and ply and the covering is UltaCote.
With a wing span of 43", the finished weight should be less than 2.44lb.
It requires a Park 480 outrunner brushless motor that is controlled by 40A RC ESC.
A 4-channel(minimum) radio is needed along with a lipo battery (3S 11.1V 2200mAh 30C).
The RC servos should be DS76 or equivalent(4-required)
For the intermediate pilot who is looking for precision aerobatics in a small package, this is what you are looking for!





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E-Flite: Advance 25e

by Bob Bishop
(RC Airplanes Simplified.com)

The semi-symmetrical airfoil and tricycle landing gear makes the Advance 25e the ideal second model after you have mastered that beginner RC plane. Constructed from laser-cut balsa and ply, it is beautifully covered in UltaCote.
It's wing span of 52.5"suggests it is more suited to the club field than the local park.
It can be powered by a Power 25 outrunner brushless motor or if higher performance is required, then a Power 32 can be substituted.
You will need a 4-channel RC transmitter and receiver and 4 min-RC servos.
The RC ESC required for 25 power is a 40A and for 32 power a 60A unit is needed.
The lipo battery should be a 3200mAh 3S 20C for the 25 motor but needs up-grading to a 3200 mAh 4S 20C for the higher power.
Like all ARF RC planes, The Advance 25e comes to you with all the construction and covering completely finished. All you need to do is spend between five and seven enjoyable hours installing equipment and finishing off the assembly. You will be rewarded with a smooth flying and long lasting RC airplane, that looks like a million dollars!



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E-Flite: Pulse XT 25e ARF

by Bob Bishop
(RC Airplanes Simplified.com)

This is a 25 size version of the popular Pulse XT. Constructed of laser cut balsa and ply, it is expertly covered in UltaCote.
It is a great sport flier than can perform RC aerobatics. A step-up from a high wing beginner RC plane.
With a wing span of 52", it is a bit big for a park flyer but will be right at home at the club field.
If you want more power then you can install a Power 32 outrunner brushless motor.
It is also possible to install floats and double the fun and fly off water!
You will need a 4-channel radio and 4 JR Sport mini RC servos(MN48). The RC ESC required is 40-60amps and the lithium polymer batteries should be a 3200mAh 3S for 25 power or a 3300 4S for 32 power.
This is a great looking ARF airplane!

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