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Original price $549.99
Original price $549.99 - Original price $549.99
Original price $549.99
Current price $519.99
$519.99 - $519.99
Current price $519.99

Hangar 9 3380 P-47 Thunderbolt PNP Balsa Wood Airplane Kit

The Hangar 9® P-47 Thunderbolt PNP bridges the gap between foam and balsa pilots perfectly! For the sport and club pilot looking to transition from a foam to balsa/wood aircraft, the new P-47 Thunderbolt delivers a true Plug-N-Play® completion Fun Scale model of one of the most popular WWII warbirds ever modeled. Foam RC pilots will be familiar with the P-47 brushless outrunner power system, wide variety of battery options and easy field assembly. It features lightweight, balsa and plywood construction with carbon fiber reinforcements and is finished in genuine UltraCote® that's long lasting and easy to maintain. The two-piece plug-in wings allows for convenient transportation and set up. Pilots can be ready to fly in much less time than it takes to charge a battery. At the workbench, the P-47 assembly is easy with only common tools needed. All you need to do is bolt the model together, install the receiver, charge a battery and fly. Flying a balsa warbird aircraft has never been easier. The new Hangar 9® P-47 Thunderbolt PNP makes it easy to fly and look good doing it.

For the sport and club pilot looking to transition from a foam to balsa aircraft, the new Hangar 9® P-47 Thunderbolt delivers a true Plug-N-Play® completion replica model of one of the most popular WWII warbirds ever modeled. Foam RC pilots will be familiar with the P-47 brushless outrunner power system, wide variety of battery options and easy field assembly, while the all-wood airframe is finished in genuine UltraCote® that's long lasting and easy to maintain.

The P-47 Thunderbolt is crafted from the ground up to be the perfect first balsa aircraft for foam pilots looking to step up into the scale world of RC warbirds. As a Plug-N-Play completion level, the P-47 Thunderbolt broadens its appeal for first time balsa pilots and balsa enthusiasts looking for a plane with high play value and low assembly time.

FEATURES:

  • Expertly constructed with lightweight, laser-cut balsa and plywood
  • Plug-N-Play® Completion Level
  • Fits a wide variety of battery options to provide a wide range of performance and flight times.
  • Two decal sets lets you customize the trim in "Wicked Wabbit" or "Hun Hunter" livery
  • No glue required for main assembly and can be ready to fly in much less time than it takes to charge a battery (Glue is recommended for 6S LiPo battery operation)
  • Painted fiberglass cowl
  • Optional simulated radial engine included
  • 60-amp Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart ESC provides real-time battery voltage, current, motor RPM and other data via compatible receivers and transmitters
  • Factory-installed 4250-600Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor
  • Landing gear doors and pilot increase realistic appeal
  • Four factory-installed Spektrum™ A391 servos
  • Large magnetic top hatch makes access to electronics and batteries convenient.
  • Two-piece plug in wings for easier transportation and field assembly
  • Factory-installed Hangar 9® electric main retractable landing gear
  • Covered in genuine Hangar 9® UltraCote® film
  • Efficient 14 x 12 wood propeller included for 4S Lipo battery powered. (5S and 6S LiPo batteries require a propeller change)

SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Approximate Flight Time: 6-8 minutes
  • Battery: Sold Separately
  • CG (Center of Gravity): 90mm (80mm-95mm range)
  • Charger: Sold Separately
  • Completion Level: Plug-N-Play
  • Connector Type: IC5
  • Power Type: Electric
  • Landing Gear: Included
  • Material: Wood
  • Minimum Required Radio: Full-range, 6+ channel transmitter and receiver
  • Minimum Speed Control: 60A
  • Motor Size: 4250-600kv
  • Motor Type: Brushless - Outrunner
  • Product Length: 43" (1092 mm)
  • Product Weight: 103 oz, 6.4lb, 2915g
  • Propeller Size: 14x12
  • Radio: Sold Separately
  • Receiver: Sold Separately
  • Recommended Motor Battery: 4S 14.8V 5000mAh LiPo Battery
  • Retracts: Included
  • Servos: Included
  • Speed: 70+
  • Speed Control: Included
  • Technology: Smart
  • Trim Scheme Colors: Silver / Olive Drab / Red
  • Wing Area: 545 sq
  • Wingspan: 56.5" (1435 mm)

INCLUDES:

  • (1) Hangar 9 P-47 Thunderbolt PNP
  • (1) Spektrum™ Avian 60 Amp Brushless Smart ESC (installed)
  • (1) 4250-600Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor (installed)
  • (1) 14x12 Wood Electric Propeller (included)
  • (4) Spektrum A391 39 gram Digital Servo (installed)
  • (1) Main Retractable Landing Gear (installed)
  • (1) User Manual

Needed to Complete

  • (1) Full-range, 6+ Channel Transmitter and Receiver
  • (1) 4S 14.8V to 6S* 22.2V 4000-5000mAh LiPo Battery with EC5™ or IC5® Connector
  • (1) Compatible LiPo Charger
  • *6S (22.2V) LiPo battery requires a 12x8 propeller. The included 14x12 wood propeller is for 4S (14.8V) LiPo battery operation.