Aimed at the scale electric enthusiast,
the J-3 Cub 25 ARF from E-flite is at the top of its class
in scale appearance and performance. The Cub has a host of
scale details including true scale inset ailerons, the only
electric powered J-3 Cub on the market to have that feature.
Other superb scale details include, a pre-painted cowl with
dummy engine cylinders and cooling vents, painted wing struts, “doughnut” style
Cub wheels and hub caps, and of course the famous yellow
Cub colour scheme using Ultracote.
Laser-cut top quality balsa and light ply is used throughout
the Cub’s construction resulting in a lightweight, strong
airframe that handles incredibly well in most flying situations,
and in particular slow flight especially during the landing
approach, allowing very scale-like landings to be achieved.
The recessed firewall with pre-cut cooling vents is set up
for use with an outrunner motor, such as E-flite’s Power
25, which is a perfect power match for the airframe. Optional
semi scale “Edo” floats add an exciting new dimension
to the scale flying experience, with water taxi, take off’s
and landings on water! The floats are easy to install as they
simply fit into the pre-installed float mounts. The one-piece
wing allows for easy transportation to the flying field, and
the magnetic battery hatch is quickly and easily removed when
its time to change or recharge the batteries. Cooling vents
are pre-cut in the battery hatch, and these along with the
firewall vents allow for maximum airflow and heat dissipation
to protect these vital components.
Left: J-3 Cub fitted with optional
floats (EFLA500) |