2.4GHz Mini-Z module

Alex — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:21:42 -0600

For release in Japan on the 29th of February, this is actually being sold as spare parts but will enable you to use your MR-015 or MR-02 chassis on your 2.4GHz radio. It will cost about 8,400 yen (about $42).

Kyosho F-16 Fighting Falcon DF55

Daniel Switkin — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 21:30:23 -0500

Specifications

Wingspan	23.58 in. (599mm)
Wing Area	148.8 sq. in. (9.6dm2)
Weight	14.1-15.9 oz. (400-450g)
Wing Loading	approx. 13.63 oz./sq. ft. (41.6g/dm2)
Length	29.84 in. (758mm)
Electric Motor Requirements	DF55 brushless ducted fan (included); brushless ESC (included); 11.1V 800 - 1200 mAh LiPo battery
Radio Required	4-channel radio with elevon mixing and receiver
MSRP	N/A

Kyosho has just announced their latest foam-bodied, ducted fan jet in the form of the F-16 Fighting Falcon DF55 . From their site:

The new DF55 is a brushless ducted fan unit with an impellor diameter of 55mm, which is 10mm larger than the popular DF45. It's installed in a hybrid foam fuselage that sets new standards for scale appearance and durability. The airframe can handle the higher loads that result from the exceptional performance of the bigger ducted fan while remaining incredibly light. The F16 is factory assembled with the brushless motor, micro servos and brushless speed control installed! All you need to do is install a LiPo battery pack and a receiver of your choice, and you're ready to fly one of the most high-performance ducted fan jets available.