Description
The E-flite UMX F-86 Sabre 30mm EDF is a meticulously crafted ultra-micro-sized replica of the legendary F-86 Sabre, celebrated for its historic achievements during the Korean War. This model comes fully assembled and boasts a premium painted finish with detailed waterslide decals. With its updated and optimized 4S-compatible power system, it delivers unparalleled performance for its size, setting a new standard in ultra-micro class jet models. Equipped with AS3X and optional SAFE Select technologies, it ensures smooth and stable flight characteristics, while providing real-time telemetry data to compatible transmitters. Its compact size allows for flying in various environments, including large parks and sports fields, and the fixed landing gear with a steerable nosewheel facilitates easy takeoffs and landings on smooth surfaces. For added speed and agility, the landing gear can be removed, enabling effortless hand launches and grass landings. With its blend of authenticity, affordability, and convenience, the UMX F-86 offers a truly exceptional flying experience unmatched by other models.
Includes:
- (1) E-flite® UMX™ F-86 Sabre 30mm EDF with:
- (4) Spektrum Linear Servos (installed)
- (1) Spektrum Brushless Outrunner Motor (installed)
- (1) Spektrum Control Unit with Receiver and Brushless ESC (installed)
- (1) Product Manual
Required to Complete:
- (1) Full-range 5+ channel Spektrum™ DSMX®/DSM2® compatible transmitter
- (1) 4S 14.8V 450mAh 30+C LiPo with IC2 Connector
- (1) Compatible LiPo charger (plus a suitable IC2 adapter/charge lead – sold separately)
Features:
- A replica of one of the world’s first jet-powered fighter aircraft that offers a flying experience unlike any other F-86 model
- The most affordable and convenient F-86 Sabre EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) jet model yet
- 30mm fan with a more powerful 4S-compatible outrunner motor and ESC
- Real-time battery voltage and other telemetry data with compatible transmitters
- Spektrum™ receiver with fly-by range telemetry and industry-leading 2.4GHz DSMX® technology
- Easier to fly with innovative and optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope protection
- The unmatched stability and locked-in feel of exclusive AS3X® technology
- Premium fully painted with waterslide decal finish in “The Huff” trim scheme
- Take off from and land on smooth surfaces using the installed landing gear plus steerable nose wheel
- Remove the landing gear and utilize the automatic Hand Launch Assist Mode when flying over grass or other suitable surfaces
- Completely factory-assembled and ready to fly right out of the box
- Full 4-channel control including a functional rudder
- No FAA registration or Remote ID required (under the 250-gram weight limit)
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Skill Level 2 – Some Experience Required
Skill Level 2 aircraft, like this one, are suitable for RC pilots who already have some experience and the skills to assemble, set up and/or fly similar class models. And although this is one of the easiest to fly F-86 models yet, it’s not a suitable first-ever RC aircraft for new pilots or first-ever EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) jet model for intermediate to experienced RC pilots. You should have the experience and skills necessary to successfully fly simpler EDF models like the E-flite Habu SS (Super Sport) 50mm or 70mm before attempting to fly the UMX F-86 Sabre 30mm EDF.
Are you new to flying RC (Radio Controlled) aircraft? If you are, the UMX F-86 Sabre is not a suitable first-ever RC model and we recommend learning to fly with one of our purpose-built trainer aircraft such as the E-flite® Habu STS (Smart Trainer with SAFE) 70mm EDF jet. It’s equipped with exclusive and innovative SAFE technology that makes it possible for almost anyone to learn to fly successfully! The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) Basic version includes almost everything needed to fly (except for a compatible LiPo battery and charger that are sold separately) and is a perfect choice if you’re a new RC pilot.
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Exclusive Technologies
This F-86 Sabre features exclusive Spektrum™ AS3X® and SAFE® Select technologies. AS3X works behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of wind and turbulence to deliver a locked-in feel that makes it seem like you’re flying a much larger airplane. Optional-use SAFE Select offers pitch and bank angle limits, along with automatic self-leveling that can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch to make this the easiest to fly F-86 yet!
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Telemetry Capable
The UMX™ F-86 Sabre is equipped with a control unit/flight controller that includes an ESC and Spektrum receiver that provides real-time flight battery voltage and other telemetry to compatible Spektrum AirWare equipped transmitters (including the DX6e and 8e, DX6 G2/G3 and 8 G2, the DX9, NX6 to 20, the iX12 to 20, and others) while you fly.
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Higher Performance
The factory-installed 30mm EDF power system features a 4S-compatible outrunner motor. This power system setup delivers the highest performance of any single-motor powered UMX/ultra-micro class jet to date!
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Scale Features
The fully molded airframe features more surface details than most UMX/ultra-micro class models, including panel lines, gun ports, and other scale finishes you’d typically expect to find on larger models.
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Fully Assembled
The UMX F-86 Sabre arrives 100% factory-assembled and ready to fly right out of the box! It’s equipped with industry-leading Spektrum 2.4GHz technology that binds to your 5+ channel DSMX/DSM2 equipped transmitter, so you could be flying within minutes of opening the box.
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Factory Finished
The factory-applied and fully painted with a waterslide decal finish, not only looks great but also replicates the iconic “The Huff” trim scheme.
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Gear Options
You can use the included fixed landing gear – with a steerable nose wheel and simulated gear doors/strut covers – to taxi, take off from, and land on smooth surfaces. Or you can leave the landing gear off for more speed and vertical performance, plus easy hand launches over and landings on grass while utilizing the automatic Hand Launch Assist Mode.
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Lightweight Design
Construction with composite-reinforced EPS material delivers a lightweight yet durable airframe that’s also easily repairable with odorless/foam-safe CA, Foam 2 Foam, epoxy, and other foam-friendly adhesives. Or, in the unfortunate event you damage any airframe parts or components and can’t repair them, a full line of replacement/spare parts is readily available.
Specifications:
- Fan Size: 30mm EDF
- Motor Type: Brushless
- Speed Control: Included
- Approximate Assembly Time: No assembly required
- Flaps: No
- Material: EPS
- Minimum Required Radio: 5-Channel
- Radio: Sold Separately
- Technology: AS3X and SAFE
- Battery: Sold Separately
- Connector Type: IC2
- Product Length: 18.3″ (465 mm)
- LiPo Compatibility: 4S
- Completion Level: Bind-N-Fly Basic
- Recommended Motor Battery: 4S 14.8V 450mAh 30+C LiPo with IC2 Connector
- Product Weight: 4.1 oz (117g) empty, 6.0 oz (170g) with recommended battery
- Charger: Sold Separately
- Receiver: Included
- Power Type: Electric
- Servos: Included
- Skill Level: Level 2
- Wingspan: 17.4″ (442 mm)