{"product_id":"efl178500-f-16-thunderbirds-70mm-edf-jet-bnf-basic-with-as3x-and-safe-select","title":"EFL178500 F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF Jet BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select","description":"\u003cp class=\"text text--variant_anton-heading3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EFL178500 F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF has been updated and upgraded with a higher performance power system, Smart electronics, plus optional-use thrust reversing. This makes it the easiest to fly and highest performance mid-sized F-16 yet!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text text--variant_roboto-heading4 fw_medium\"\u003eE-flite F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF Jet BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text text--variant_static16\"\u003eThe Lockheed Martin F-16 is one of the most popular and recognizable single-engine fighters in the world. Its amazing performance and capabilities are why the world-renowned U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team chooses to operate it with distinction at airshows around the globe. The E-flite® F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF is a scale replica that delivers incredible performance while also being easier to take off and land than other similar class models because this Bind-N-Fly Basic model is equipped with exclusive AS3X® and SAFE® Select technologies. This updated and upgraded version also includes a higher performance Spektrum motor and 85A Avian Smart Lite ESC for added speed and vertical performance, plus delivers real-time telemetry data via the AR631 receiver!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text text--variant_static16\"\u003eThe E-flite® F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF jet is a scale replica of the iconic aircraft flown by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team. Like the full-scale airshow thriller, this F-16 has an incredibly wide performance envelope-from slow and stable high-alpha flight to amazing high-speed and vertical capabilities. At the core of this updated and upgraded version is a higher-performance 6S-compatible brushless motor plus an 85-amp ESC that are matched to a 12-blade fan to deliver an abundance of speed, thrust, and a turbine-like sound. Factory-installed electric retracts with shock-absorbing struts make it possible to take off from and land on a variety of surfaces, including manicured grass, while keeping ground handling smooth and delivering a realistic scale experience. The composite-reinforced EPO airframe is lightweight yet strong, and the digital, metal-geared servos plus ball-link equipped linkages provide precise control. And it all combines to deliver one of the easiest to fly, yet highest performance, most capable and feature-rich mid-sized F-16 models ever!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text text--variant_static16\"\u003eThis BNF® Basic version model includes a factory-balanced and installed 12-blade 70mm fan, matched to a larger 1900Kv brushless inrunner motor, plus an 85-amp Avian Smart Lite ESC that work together to deliver an abundance of speed and thrust. With this updated and upgraded power system, the F-16 70mm now has even better vertical performance and more speed than the previous version making it capable of level flight top speeds well over 100 MPH and nearly unlimited vertical performance with 6S 3200mAh to 4000mAh batteries. It's also equipped with a factory-installed Spektrum AR631 receiver featuring exclusive AS3X and optional-use SAFE Select technologies. When using compatible AirWare-equipped transmitters, the receiver and Smart Lite ESC supply overall battery voltage, current draw, motor RPM, and other telemetry data in real-time - with Smart and non-Smart batteries. And with a 7+ channel transmitter, you can also take advantage of the optional-use thrust reversing to shorten rollouts after landing and for other special ground handling capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"li-s_none ps_8 max-w_750px mx_auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli class='textStyle_roboto-heading5 pos_relative before:content_\"\" before:pos_absolute before:h_1 before:w_3 before:left_-20px before:top_12px before:md:top_14px before:bd-t_2px_solid_token(colors.primary) before:bg_transparent before:d_block'\u003eUpdated and upgraded with a higher performance power system, Smart electronics, plus optional-use thrust reversing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class='textStyle_roboto-heading5 pos_relative before:content_\"\" before:pos_absolute before:h_1 before:w_3 before:left_-20px before:top_12px before:md:top_14px before:bd-t_2px_solid_token(colors.primary) before:bg_transparent before:d_block'\u003eThe easiest to fly high-performance “full-house” F-16 EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) jet model yet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class='textStyle_roboto-heading5 pos_relative before:content_\"\" before:pos_absolute before:h_1 before:w_3 before:left_-20px before:top_12px before:md:top_14px before:bd-t_2px_solid_token(colors.primary) before:bg_transparent before:d_block'\u003eUpgraded and factory-installed 6S-compatible 3060-1900Kv brushless inrunner motor plus 85A ESC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class='textStyle_roboto-heading5 pos_relative before:content_\"\" before:pos_absolute before:h_1 before:w_3 before:left_-20px before:top_12px before:md:top_14px before:bd-t_2px_solid_token(colors.primary) before:bg_transparent before:d_block'\u003ePopular 6S 3200–4000mAh 30+C batteries deliver excellent performance and flight times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class='textStyle_roboto-heading5 pos_relative before:content_\"\" before:pos_absolute before:h_1 before:w_3 before:left_-20px before:top_12px before:md:top_14px before:bd-t_2px_solid_token(colors.primary) before:bg_transparent before:d_block'\u003eSpektrum AR631 receiver with fly-by range telemetry and industry-leading DSMX® technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"d_flex flex-d_column gap_2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text text--variant_roboto-heading4 fw_medium\"\u003eE-flite F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF Jet BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"column-count_1 md:column-count_2 cg_6 li-s_disc li-pos_inside ps_0 md:ps_8 mx_auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eUpdated and upgraded with a higher performance power system, Smart electronics, plus optional-use thrust reversing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eThe easiest to fly high-performance “full-house” F-16 EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) jet model yet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eScale replica of the iconic aircraft flown by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003e12-blade 70mm fan delivers excellent top speed and vertical performance plus a turbine-like sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eUpgraded and factory-installed 6S-compatible 3060-1900Kv brushless inrunner motor plus 85A ESC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eExtremely wide performance envelope and speed range, capable of top speeds up to 100+ MPH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003ePopular 6S 3200–4000mAh 30+C batteries deliver excellent performance and flight times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003e85-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC provides real-time battery voltage, current draw, RPM, and other data – with Smart and non-Smart batteries – via compatible transmitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eOptional-use thrust reversing to help shorten rollout after landing and for other special ground handling capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eSpektrum AR631 receiver with fly-by range telemetry and industry-leading DSMX® technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eEasier to fly with innovative and optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eThe unmatched stability and locked-in feel of exclusive AS3X® technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eSteerable nose wheel and electric retracts with shock-absorbing struts for operation from a variety of surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eSix fast and precise digital, metal-geared servos with ball-link equipped linkages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003ePlastic capped strakes for added durability to prevent damage and paint chipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eIncludes a decal sheet to apply the Thunderbird number designation of your choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eEasy final assembly with removable wings and a magnetically-secured nose cone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eConvenient top hatch with clear canopy, cockpit detail, and a pilot figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eDurable yet lightweight, composite-reinforced EPO airframe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text text--variant_roboto-heading4 fw_medium\"\u003eE-flite F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF Jet BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"d_flex flex-d_column md:flex-d_row ai_baseline w_full gap_0 md:gap_6 mx_auto\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"li-s_none d_initial md:d_grid grid-tc_max-content_auto w_full md:w_50%\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eApproximate Assembly Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eLess than 1 hour\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eBattery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eSold Separately\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eCharger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eSold Separately\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eCompletion Level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eBind-N-Fly Basic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eIC5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eFan Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003e70mm EDF\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eLiPo Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003e6S\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eEPO\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eMotor Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003e3060-1900Kv 4-Pole\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eMotor Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eBrushless\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"li-s_none d_initial md:d_grid grid-tc_max-content_auto w_full md:w_50%\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003ePower Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eElectric\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eProduct Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003e49.53\" (1258 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eWithout Battery: 74oz (2090g), With Recommended 6S 3200mAh Battery: 93oz (2630g)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eRadio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eSold Separately\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eReceiver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eRecommended Motor Battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003e6S 22.2V 3200–4000mAh 30+C LiPo with EC5 or IC5 Connector\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eRetracts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eLevel 3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eTechnology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003eAS3X, SAFE Select\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pos_relative d_flex md:d_contents w_full py_1 gap_6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 fw_bold textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 pe_4 flex-b_50% w_max-content\"\u003eWingspan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text text--variant_static16 c_text.textStrong flex-b_50% textStyle_static14 lg:textStyle_static16 ps_4\"\u003e32.01\" (813 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"E-flite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44703991070762,"sku":"EFL178500","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/4457\/6042\/files\/EFL78500_A15_E6GDKLF5_1964f79d-898f-4f13-b51c-40907c129ecf.jpg?v=1787120579","url":"https:\/\/sheldonshobbies.com\/products\/efl178500-f-16-thunderbirds-70mm-edf-jet-bnf-basic-with-as3x-and-safe-select","provider":"Sheldons Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}