E-flite Cherokee 1.3m BNF Basic w/ AS3X & SAFE Select
The revolutionary PA-28 Cherokee began rolling off a brand-new Vero Beach, Florida assembly line in the early 1960s. Its simple design and smooth handling made it a popular light aircraft for successful flight training and personal use. Since then, over 32,000 Cherokees and variants have been built making it the fourth-most-produced airplane in the world.
Features
- A scale replica of a modern general-aviation classic
- Incredibly smooth flight performance making it the perfect choice for a first low-wing or scale model
- High-power 3S and 4S compatible brushless motor and 50-amp ESC
- Spektrum™ 6-channel receiver with industry-leading DSMX® technology
- Unmatched stability and precision of AS3X® technology for smoother flight performance
- Easy to fly with optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope protection
- Abundant scale detail including panel lines, rivets, corrugated control surfaces, pilot figure and more
- Functional shock-absorbing nose strut and large wheels for operation from a variety of surfaces
- Factory-installed LED navigation lights, strobes, beacon and landing lights for added realism
- Operational flaps for shorter take offs and landings plus improved slow-flight performance
- Two-piece plug-in wing panels featuring a convenient hands-free servo connection system for the servos and lights
- Unique and scale full-flying horizontal stabilator
- Extremely large top hatch for easy access to the battery mounting area and electronics
- Lightweight and durable carbon-fiber reinforced EPO construction
- No glue required for assembly–can be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery
In The Box
- (1) Cherokee 1.3m BNF Basic
- (1) AR631 DSMX 6-Channel AS3X & SAFE Receiver
- (6) 9 Gram Servo
- (1) 50A Brushless ESC
- (1) 1000Kv Brushless Outrunner
- (1) User Manual
Needed to Complete
- Full-range, 6+ Channel DSMX®/DSM2® transmitter
- 2200–3200mAh 3–4S LiPo flight battery
- Compatible LiPo charger
The E-flite® Cherokee 1.3m scale model is a tribute to the general aviation classic that features realistic scale details including functional navigation lights, flaps, a full-flying stabilator and more, plus 3S and 4S LiPo compatibility and incredible handling any RC pilot can appreciate.
The E-flite® Cherokee 1.3m scale model celebrates the classic design of the legendary full-scale PA-28 with an accurate outline, a long list of scale details, modern-day convenience features, plus fantastic power and flight performance that makes flying fun. An abundance of scale details including panel lines, rivets, corrugated control surfaces, a pilot figure and more highlight the authentic appearance, while functional features including factory-installed LED lights, a shock-absorbing nose strut and large wheels add to the flight experience. The plug-in wing panels are equipped with a convenient hands-free servo connection system and include operational slotted flaps for shorter take offs and landings, plus improved slow-flight handling. No glue is required for assembly of the lightweight, carbon-fiber reinforced EPO airframe so you can be flying in less time than it takes to charge a battery. An extremely large top hatch offers easy access to the electronics and the battery mounting area with plenty of space to fit a 3S or 4S 2200–3200mAh battery, while the high-power brushless motor and 50-amp ESC deliver better-than-scale power. It all adds up to a scale marvel that delivers incredible handling and fantastic flight performance for shooting smooth touch and goes, rock-solid low and high speed cruising, and even for performing aerobatics—all in a single model that you’ll be proud to own.
Product Specifications
| Approximate Assembly Time | Less than 1 hour |
| Battery | Sold Separately |
| CG (Center of Gravity) | 4.72" (120mm) back from the leading edge of wing at the fuselage |
| Charger | Sold Separately |
| Completion Level | Bind-N-Fly Basic |
| Flaps | Yes |
| Power Type | Electric |
| Landing Gear | Yes |
| Material | EPO |
| Minimum Required Radio | 6+ channel transmitter |
| Motor Size | 10 BL Outrunner, 1000Kv |
| Product Length | 41" (1041 mm) |
| Recommended Motor Battery | 2200mAh 3S LiPo with EC3 or IC3 connector |
| Servos | Included |
| Skill Level | Level 2 |
| Speed Control | Included |
| Trim Scheme Colors | Silver/Red/White |
| Wing Area | 472.0 sq in (30.4 sq Dm) |
| Wingspan | 51.5" (1308 mm) |
| Part # | EFL54500 |
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| Brand | E-flite |
| Power Plant | Electric |
| Scale | Park Flyer |
| Vehicle Type | Scale, Sport |
| BNF Type | Basic |
