HobbyZone Sport Cub S - BNF
Brand: HobbyZone
Part No: HBZ4480
THIS ITEM IS DISCONTINUED AND NO LONGER AVAILABLE.
PLEASE SEE ITEM #HBZ44500 AS A REPLACEMENT
Learn to fly at your own pace with the HobbyZone Sport Cub S - BNF (HBZ4480). This compact, foam scale civilian aeroplane features SAFE (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology with Panic Recovery, proportional 4‑channel control and dependable 2.4GHz DSMX reception. A powerful micro electric motor delivers impressive speed and climb performance, while the steerable tail wheel aids easy ground handling for beginners. Suited to indoor halls or calm outdoor sessions.
Features
- SAFE technology with Panic Recovery mode
- Proportional 4‑channel control: throttle, rudder, elevator and ailerons
- Powerful micro electric motor for speed and climb
- Steerable tail wheel for easy ground control
- Attractive replica of the Cub Crafters Sport Cub
- 2.4GHz DSMX technology
- Mike McConville design
- Li‑Po battery for extended flight times
- Fast DC charger with USB port connectivity
Specifications
- Wingspan: 24.3 in (616 mm)
- Overall length: 16.3 in (414.5 mm)
- Flying weight: 2.0 oz (57 g)
- Material: Foam
- Plane type: Scale civilian
- Prop size: 130 x 70 mm
- Landing gear: Fixed main with steerable tail wheel
- Power plant size: Micro electric
- Fuel type: Electric
- Experience level: Beginner
- Recommended environment: Indoor/Outdoor
- Trim colours: Blue and white
What’s Included
- Sport Cub S aircraft with installed electronics
- 3.7V 1S 150mAh Li‑Po battery
- Fast DC charger with USB port connectivity
Required To Complete
- 4+ channel DSM2/DSMX transmitter
- Suggested compatibility includes Spektrum DX4e or better
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Fly, swoop and ascend at your own pace with the convenient HobbyZone® Sport Cub S. This small replica that’s compatible with any Spektrum™ DX4e transmitter or better. With SAFE™ (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology from Horizon Hobby, you can teach yourself to fly in multiple modes and instantly return to steady flight using the Panic Recovery trigger in any flight mode. This tiny replica of the popular full-scale Sport Cub also gives you the freedom of 4-channel control with working throttle, rudder, elevator and ailerons. Best of all, you’ll always experience reliability with 2.4GHz DSMX® technology built in.
HobbyZone Sport Cub S - BNF Features:
- Complete Sport Cub S aircraft with electronics, battery and charger
- SAFE technology from Horizon Hobby
- Recovery with the pull of a trigger with Panic Recovery mode
- Proportional 4-channel control with working throttle, rudder, elevator and aileron
- Steerable tail wheel for easy ground control
- Powerful electric motor for impressive speed and climb performance
- Attractive replica of the Cub Crafters Sport Cub aircraft
- Mike McConville Design
- Li-Po battery for long flight times on a single charge
- USB port DC Fast charger
- Compatible with any Spektrum™ DX4e transmitter or better
HobbyZone Sport Cub S - BNF Specifications:
- Charger: Fast DC Charger with USB port connectivity
- Experience Level: Beginner
- Flying Weight: 2.0 oz (57 g)
- Fuel Type: Electric
- Landing Gear: Fixed main with steerable tail wheel
- Material: Foam
- Overall Length: 16.3 in (414.5mm)
- Plane Type: Scale Civilian
- Power Plant Size: Micro Electric
- Prop Size: 130 x 70mm
- Radio: 4+ channel DSM2/DSMX transmitter required
- Recommended Battery: 3.7V 1S 150mAh Li-Po (Included)
- Recommended Environment: Indoor/Outdoor
- Trim Scheme Colors: Blue and White
- Wingspan: 24.3 in (616mm)
Key Info:
- Brand: HobbyZone
- Part No: HBZ4480
- Barcode: 605482577486
- Assembly Level: BNF (Bind n Fly)
- Power: Electric
- Flying Style: Trainers
Standard Shipping
£3.95 to most of the UK
Express Shipping
£6.95 to most of the UK
Worldwide Shipping
Available at checkout
Reviews
This is my first 4 channel plane after flying an ares taylorcraft 130. Having as3x and safe is fantastic thankfully I haven't had to use safe as the plane is so easy to fly. Most definitely an ideal beginners plane as I have progressed to intermediate mode and have even had a fly in expert (all within one weekend) I have tested safe just to make sure it does what it is supposed to and it works perfectly. As3x has really surprised me with how great it tackles the wind and gives a really steady flight.
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Questions & Answers
No these use a brushed motor.
These use the mini E Flite type connector.
In terms of batteries, the stock EFLB1501S45 will usually give around 10 mins or so depending on your flying style. They are cheap and cheerful - so well worth taking a break after 10 mins to quickly swap over.
Yes, if you put a Futaba receiver in it.
Yes you could use your DX6i if it has the DSMX logo.
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