See it in Action: E-flite SR-71 Blackbird Twin 40mm EDF BNF [Video]
By: Tim Gluth
Have you ever wanted to slide into the cockpit of an SR-71 Blackbird? While the chances of doing that on a 1:1 scale are slim, E-flite allows you to do the next best thing. Their SR-71 Blackbird Twin 40mm EDF BNF offers up a realistically designed aircraft model with twin electric ducted fans, brushless motors, and the ability to handle 4S LiPo power.
To get a better feel for how this R/C aircraft performs, check out this in-flight footage from the folks at Horizon Hobby:
E-flite SR-71 Blackbird Twin 40mm EDF BNF Specs:
- LiPo Compatibility: 4S
- Completion Level: Bind-N-Fly Basic
- Recommended Motor Battery: 14.8V 2200mAh 4S 30C LiPo Battery with IC3 Connector
- Charger: Sold Separately
- Receiver: Included
- Approximate Assembly Time: No Assembly Required
- Material: EPO
- Minimum Required Radio: Full-range 5+ Channel Spektrum™ DSMX®/DSM2® Compatible Transmitter
- Radio: Sold Separately
- Technology: AS3X and SAFE
- Product Weight: 29.4oz (834g) with Recommended Motor Battery
- Fan Size: 40mm EDF
- Motor Type: Brushless
- Speed Control: Included
- Battery: Sold Separately
- Connector Type: IC3
- Motor Size: 1820-6800Kv 6-Pole
- Product Length: 37.6" (955 mm)
- Power Type: Electric
- Servos: Included
- Skill Level: Level 3
- Wingspan: 19.88" (505 mm)
The E-flite SR-71 Blackbird Twin 40mm EDF is priced at $249.99 and is available through Horizon Hobby and its dealers. Visit horizonhobby.com to learn more about this super-sleek R/C airplane.
Image credit: Horizon Hobby
