Top Flite Supermarine Spitfire Mk IX 1600mm

Brand: Top Flite

Part Number: A-TOPA0140


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Developed in 1942 to equalize the threat of the German Focke Wulf, the Spitfire MkIX proved to be a key factor in England's air defense. Top Flite has now brought the Spitfire MkIX to life in a stunning R/C kit. By combining the Spitfire's rich combat heritage with Gold Edition assembly ease and authenticity, Top Flite has created a superb reproduction of a vintage aircraft.
  • Perfectly fitting, CAD-engineered wood parts ease building, with very little carving necessary

  • A precision-formed ABS cowl, wing fairings and exhaust stacks, along with a clear canopy and many other details, supply impressive scale realism

  • An elliptical wing with Selig airfoil provides stable, forgiving warbird flight

  • An extensive hardware package, complete with wire rod-in-tube pushrods, comes with the kit, along with a high-quality, photo-illustrated manual and full-size plans

  • Many detailed accessory options are available

SPECIFICATIONS
  • Wingspan: 63 in (1600 mm)
  • Wing Area: 687 in² (44 dm²)
  • Weight: 7.5-8.5 lb (3.40-3.86 kg)
  • Wing Loading: 25-28.5 oz/ft² (76-87 g/dm²)
  • Fuselage Length: 53 in (1345 mm)
  • Required: 2-stroke .61-.75 or 4-stroke .70-.91 engine; 4-6 channel radio w/5-7 servos
  • Suggested MonoKote Colors: Olive Drab, Dove Gray, Black & White
  • Recommended Scale Options:
  • Brand: Top Flite
  • Part No: A-TOPA0140
  • Barcode: 707768001408
  • Assembly Level: Kit (Unassembled)
  • Power: Nitro
  • Flying Style: Scale

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Hi, does the spitfire kit come ready to fly with full transmitter/ receiver and servos? Thanks
Asked by Phil Brennan on 5th May 2017

No, this is a top flite kit so requires power source, all radio gear, servos, etc.

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

Does this model come with cover on, retract supplied but no servos or motor?
Asked by Currentdude on 23rd October 2017

This model does not include retracts as standard.  It requires your choice of power plant, plus electronics, etc.

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

Could you recommend a middle of the road engine, servos, for this spitfire, would be a big help, cheers.
Asked by Peter Russell on 30th April 2018

There's a big range here, but some suggestions would be:

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

Are retracts included?
Asked by Joerg Frontzak on 1st July 2018

Retracts are not included.

More info on compatible retracts are available in the manual at http://manuals.hobbico.com/top/topa0140-manual.pdf

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

Hi, what radio and Servos would you recommend for the Spitfire? Thanks
Asked by Gary Bewers on 4th August 2018

There's a huge range of transmitters starting from around £100 up to several thousand - so it can be a bit of an open ended question!

Servos, we'd go for SC0252MG and some radio choices would be:

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

does it come with undercarriage
Asked by Ben Neale on 12th September 2018

Yes, fixed landing gear is included.

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

Is it ready assembled
Asked by Mike Morris on 9th January 2019

This is a kit, so will require assembly

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

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