This is the E-flite Shoestring 15e EF1 Almost Ready to Fly airplane kit. At home as a sport flyer or a serious racer, the E-flite Shoestring 15e EF1 Racer is built for performance. This electric sportster is NMPRA-legal for EF1-class pylon racing competition, by adding the E-flite Power 25 BL 1250Kv Outrunner motor, 60A brushless ESC, and 4S 2500mAh 14.8V 30C Li-Po battery. The spirited speedster is a mid-wing design constructed of lightweight balsa and plywood, with a low parts count that makes this ARF exceptionally easy to assemble. Adding to its great looks are the one-piece fiberglass cowl and included pilot figure, plus easy access through the secure battery hatch. Fulfill your need for speed with the E-flite Shoestring 15e EF1 Racer!
Features:
- Equally at home as a sport flyer, or even faster racer
- NMPRA-legal for EF1-class pylon racing competition
- Easy-access magnetic top-hatch to change battery and access electronics
- Low parts count for quick assembly and easy transport
- Pilot included for added realism
- Lightweight balsa and plywood construction
- Genuine UltraCote trim scheme
- Two-piece plug-in wing for easy transport
- Painted one-piece fiberglass cowl
Specifications:
Wingspan: 50.5 in (128 cm)
Overall Length: 38.3 in (97.3 cm)
Wing Area: 375 sq in (24.2 sq dm)
Flying Weight: 44.1 - 49.4 oz (1250 - 1400 g) without Battery; 54.5 - 56.0 oz (1550-1590 g) with Battery
Motor Size: Power 15 - Power 25
Radio: 4 channels minimum
Servos: 2 mini servos, 2 thin wing servos
Trim Scheme Colors: Bright Yellow (U872), Sky Blue (U875), Midnight Blue (U885)
CG (center of gravity): 2-3/8 in (60mm) back from the leading edge at fuselage
Wing Loading: 20.9 oz/sq ft
Prop Size: Power 15: 10 x 10E (3S); Power 25: 8 x 8E (4S)
Spinner Size: 1-1/2 in (38mm)
Speed Control : Power 15: 40A; Power 25: 60A
Recommended Battery: 3S - 4S (4S with Power 25 only)
Minimum Age Recommendation: 14 years
Experience Level: Intermediate
Recommended Environment: Outdoor
Assembly Time: 5-7 Hours
Is Assembly Required: Yes
Needed To Complete:
- 4+ channel Transmitter and Receiver radio system
- (2) Micro servos
- (2) Mini servos
- Motor
- ESC
- Flight battery
- Propeller
- Spinner
This product was added to our catalog on December 28, 2011