The SPAD S.XIII was a single-seat French biplane fighter that was mainly of wooden construction with a fabric covering and powered by a 180hp engine. This particular aircraft is modelled on Eddie Rickenbackers SPAD. Medal of Honor recipient, Eddie Rickenbacker was Americas most successful fighter ace of World War I with 26 aerial victories to his name. The Ares [air-eez] SPAD S.XIII is a lightweight three-channel ultra-micro semi-scale model of the original. It features durable foam construction and numerous scale touches such as the 8-cylinder vee-type engine and Vickers machine guns with distinctive 94th Aero Squadron colour scheme. Technically advanced the SPAD S.XIII incorporates a Hitec Red 2.4GHz receiver thats compatible with all current Hitec 2.4GHz aircraft transmitters. For convenience, two versions of the model are available both supplied with Hitec Red protocol: choose either Ready To Fly (including a Hitec Red-enabled transmitter and receiver) or Pair To Fly (supplied with a Hitec Red receiver thats compatible with your existing Hitec air transmitter). Weighing only an ounce, the SPAD S.XIII is ideal for indoor flight or outdoor flight in calm conditions.
Specification:
| Wingspan (mm): |
400 |
| Length (mm): |
310 |
| Wing area (sq. in): |
87 |
| Weight (g): |
29 |
Ares SPAD S.XIII Ultra-Micro RTF (Hitec Red) Features:
- 100% ready to fly, straight out of the box.
- Semi-scale color scheme replicating Rickenbackers 94th Aero Squadron aircraft.
- Micro size and light weight make it ideal for indoor spaces.
- Fully proportional throttle, elevator and rudder control for exceptional maneuverability.
- Lightweight 1S LiPo flight battery attaches with magnets.
- Intermediate and expert pilots will enjoy the SPADs delightful performance.
- Crisp scale features include exhaust, propeller, undercarriage, strut, and panel detailing.
- Low speed characteristics mean the S.XIII is ideal for smaller flying sites.
- Superb duration and low speed characteristics.
Ares SPAD S.XIII Ultra-Micro RTF (Hitec Red) Includes:
- 1 x 100% factory assembled SPAD S.XIII.
- 1 x 3.7V 1S 70mAh LiPo battery.
- 1 x Quick-start guide.
Ares SPAD S.XIII Ultra-Micro RTF (Hitec Red) Requires:
- 4 x AA batteries for the transmitter.
- Brand: Ares
- Part No: AZSA3200
- Barcode: 8417041080700
- Power: Electric
- Assembly Level: RTF (Ready to Fly)
- Flying Style:
• Sport
• Ultra Micro
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can you get one compatible with futaba
Asked by Daniel Inch on 6th January 2018
No sorry, these are Hitec RED compatible
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Lightweight spad ...can it be suppied with mode 1 transmitter .
Asked by Ron Johns on 25th June 2018
Mode 2 (left hand throttle) only I'm afraid.
However it will bind to any Hitec RED transmtiter, so you could use a different transmitter if you wished.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Will the ares spad rx bind to a spectrum Dx6 Tx fitted with a Tactic Any link 2.4Ghz radio adapter.
Asked by Barry Holloway on 27th August 2018
No, these will bind to Hitec RED systems only.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Does it come with a controller
Asked by Harvey on 29th September 2018
Yes, this version is RTF (Ready To Fly) and includes battery, charger, transmitter, etc - everything you need.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Can you bind this to a standard Hitec Aurora Tx?
Asked by Bob Brooks on 30th September 2018
If your transmitter is compatible with the Hitec RED system then yes this will bind.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Does this also bind to a Hitec Aurora Tx
Asked by Bob Brooks on 16th October 2018
I don't believe so. It will only bind to Hitec RED transmitters.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Is the Ares Spad available in Mode 1 ?
Asked by Bob Brooks on 24th October 2018
I'm afraid not, just mode 2 left hand throttle.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
What is part number for spad xlll batteries please
Asked by Keith on 18th November 2018
The replacement battery is AZSB1803
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Do you have an ares pup indoor flyer
Asked by Steve on 18th January 2019
No, the pup is no longer available.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
