A-10 Thunderbolt II "Warthog" Super Scale Twin 80mm EDF Jet - PNP from Freewing - FJ31111P(OB) - OPEN BOX
Open Box Details:
Missing Parts: None.
Damage\/Defects: There are a few dents and paint chipped off the rudder. The outer box has been repaired.
Builder Notes: Simple application of spackle, light sanding and touch up paint to look as good as new. All issues are simple cosmetic fixes and will not affect flight performance.
Please Note: Because of their deeply discounted prices, Open Box merchandise does not include the standard Motion RC warranty and cannot be returned or exchanged even if additional product issues are found. Please consider these restrictions before purchasing Open Box products.
Renowned by its crews and the men and women it has protected on the ground for decades, the A-10 Thunderbolt II, affectionately called the âWarthogâ, continues to dominate the skies on CAS missions in conflict areas around the world. Despite first flying over 40 years ago, the A-10âs superior ability to execute its intended mission in modern warfare remains unchallenged.
To honor this iconic aircraft, Motion RC and Freewing Models are very proud to announce the worldâs largest and most definitive foam electric PNP A-10 Thunderbolt RC model aircraft in the world! Powered by twin 80mm EDFs, this 1700mm wingspan beast is larger than the two 1500mm wingspan twin 70mm EDF A-10s on the market, while still remaining easy to transport. The Freewing 80mm A-10 delivers the best balance between size, weight, thrust, top speed, stall speed, transportability, rough grass handling, and overall scale fidelity. As an added bonus we've included a full complement of highly detailed weapons in the box; a $50 value!
The model is assembled from just ten main parts. Removable wings and a convenient flexible servo wire harness accessible at the wing root ensures a safe and reliable electronic connection at all times. The A-10âs wings are composed of hollow chambered foam with an interlocking matrix of plywood ribs, carbon square spars, and aluminum blocks, providing rigid yet supple handling.
Recognizing requests from our customers who donât have access to smooth paved runways, the Freewing 80mm A-10 was specifically designed to be the most grass-capable PNP EDF on the market. While sporting a scale Oleo nose strut, the main struts are tensioned trailing links. With foam rubber tires over 3â tall and 1â wide, we tested the Freewing 80mm A-10 to takeoff from extreme grass 3â tall. The main landing gear mounts are arranged as part of the aforementioned plywood, carbon, and aluminum matrix, to distribute rough landing forces throughout the wing and avoid critical damage.
In the air, the A-10âs all-new power system delivers a fully scale flight profile. Tall vertical loops, hard âjinkingâ turns, stable slow flight, and authoritative power. Critically, this model was designed to fly at all throttle points, both upright and inverted, without pitch sensitivity. There isnât any nose weight in this A-10; instead various factors were optimized in concert so you wonât need lots of up elevator to fly level, and varying power suddenly wonât cause the nose to pitch up or down.
As a semi-scale model, the Freewing 80mm A-10 is finished from the factory in USAF two tone gray. A waterslide decal set with over 50 utility markings and three complete A-10 liveries, is included for the pilot to customize his or her A-10. These decals proudly represent Indianaâs 163rd Fighter Squadron âBlacksnakesâ, Louisianaâs 47th Fighter Squadron âTermitesâ and Georgiaâs 23rd Fighter Group âFlying Tigers.â
For pilots wanting to install a matched pair of their own 90mm EDFs on 6s, we will also be offering a 90mm nacelle which bolts into place and retains the outer dimensions of the stock 80mm nacelle. Own the worldâs largest, most capable, most customizable, and most powerful foam electric PNP A-10 and add a definitive scale powerhouse to your hangar today!
Visit the Official Freewing A-10 80mm Discussion Thread on HobbySquawk.com for additional photos, videos, reviews, and customer Q&A.
Features:
Largest foam electric PNP A-10 Warthog in the world
Full complement of highly detailed weapons included in the box (CAS loadout)
Weapon plyons are individually removable from the wing and each weapon can be placed on any of the 8 included plylons for total customization.
90mm bolt-on nacelles for those who wish to install a 90mm power system (sold separately)
Award Winner at AEF 2017 for "Best Scale Jet"
High scale fidelity
Qualifies as Giant Scale Class per AMA rules
Grass-ready retracts with metal trunions and 5mm hardened steel pin
Multi-material (full carbon fiber spars, plywood ribs, and aluminum blocks) wing structure for best balance of rigidity and smooth flight handling
Scale wheel hubs and sequenced nose gear door
DayBright LEDs and sequenced landing light
Screw-on wings and tail surfaces
Flexible wing wire harness for ultimate reliability and resistance to disconnection during wing flexing
Spacious battery bay, no cutting required
Digital Metal Gear Servos throughout
Three unique livery options and 50 different utility decals are included in the box for maximum customization
Model officially licensed by Northrop Grumman
Includes:
Freewing A-10 Thunderbolt II Super Scale Twin 80mm EDF Jet - PNP
Requires:
6 Channel Radio - Select a minimum 6 channel radio from our Radio Collection
6 Channel Receiver - Select a minimum 6 channel receiver from our Receiver Collection
TWO 6 Cell 22.2V 4000 - 6000 mAh LiPo Batteries with EC5 Connectors - We recommend 2 Admiral 6 Cell 5000 mAh LiPo batteries
6 Cell Compatible Battery Charger - Select a minimum 6 cell (6S) charger from our Charger Collection