UMX B-17G Flying Fortress from E-flite

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Conceived in the mid-1930s by Boeing Aircraft Company, the B-17 aircraft not only demonstrated capabilities beyond expectations over Europe, around the globe it went on to deliver military service well into the 1960s. She was dubbed the "Flying Fortress" for her incredible defensive firepower and is credited with downing 23 enemy aircraft per 1,000 raids that devastated European targets in daylight raids with 640,036 tons of bombs. Now known as the most famous bomber of WWII, heroic crew members loved the B-17 for her ability to withstand extensive combat damage and still return home safely.

The E-flite® UMX™ B-17G Flying Fortress model is an ultra micro marvel. Not only is it the first ultra micro RC model of the famous WWII bomber, it includes innovative AS3X® technology that makes flying more fun. Built into the Spektrum™ DSMX® receiver, AS3X technology has been specially tuned to combat the effects of wind and turbulence so you get the kind of locked-in handling that’s comparable to an expertly tuned airplane that’s much larger. With four motors, three-blade propellers and full four-channel control plus an abundant amount of scale detail, it’s a replica you can fly almost anywhere.

Whether you’re an intermediate park pilot looking for your first RC multi-engine experience or a scale pilot looking for a unique replica that can be flown anywhere, the E-flite UMX B-17G Flying Fortress is ideal. All you need to start flying today is your favorite 4+ channel aircraft transmitter with Spektrum 2.4GHz DSM2®/DSMX technology.

Features:

  • Completely built and flight ready
  • AS3X® technology provides superior flight performance
  • Ultra-lightweight construction with an authentic "Man O War II" trim scheme
  • Four-motor, counter-rotating operation with 3-blade propellers
  • Four-channel control includes throttle, aileron, elevator and rudder
  • Industry leading 2.4GHz Spektrum™ DSMX® technology
  • Performance ultra micro linear long-throw servos
  • Removable landing gear and simulated retracted wheels
  • Ultra micro 250mAh 1S 3.7V 20C Li-Po battery (included)
  • E-flite® 1S DC Li-Po charger (included)

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Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress


Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress

The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is an American four-engined heavy bomber aircraft developed in the 1930s for the United States Army Air Corps (USAAC). A fast and high-flying bomber of its era, the B-17 was used primarily in the European Theater of Operations and dropped more bombs than any other aircraft during World War II. It is the third-most produced bomber of all time, behind the American four-engined Consolidated B-24 Liberator and the German multirole, twin-engined Junkers Ju 88. It was also employed as a transport, antisubmarine aircraft, drone controller, and search-and-rescue aircraft.

In a USAAC competition, Boeing's prototype Model 299/XB-17 outperformed two other entries but crashed, losing the initial 200-bomber contract to the Douglas B-18 Bolo. Still, the Air Corps ordered 13 more B-17s for further evaluation, which were introduced into service in 1938. The B-17 evolved through numerous design advances but from its inception, the USAAC (from 1941 the United States Army Air Forces, USAAF) promoted the aircraft as a strategic weapon. It was a relatively fast, high-flying, long-range bomber with heavy defensive armament at the expense of bombload. It also developed a reputation for toughness based upon stories and photos of badly damaged B-17s safely returning to base.

The B-17 saw early action in the Pacific War, where it conducted raids against Japanese shipping and airfields. But it was primarily employed by the USAAF in the daylight component of the Allied strategic bombing campaign over Europe, complementing RAF Bomber Command's night bombers in attacking German industrial, military and civilian targets. Of the roughly 1.5 million tons of bombs dropped on Nazi Germany and its occupied territories by Allied aircraft, over 640 000 tons (42.6%) were dropped from B-17s.

As of February 2024, six aircraft remain airworthy, none of which had been flown in combat. Dozens more are in storage or on static display, the oldest of which is The Swoose, a B-17D which was flown in combat in the Pacific on the first day of the United States' involvement in World War II.



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Wingspan: 660mm (26 in)
Length: 465mm (18.3 in)

Weight: 78 g (2.8 oz)
Approximate Assembly Time: No assembly required
Battery: 250mAh 1S 3.7V 20C LiPo Battery
CG (Center of Gravity): 38mm back from leading edge at wing root
Flying Weight: 2.75 oz (78g)
Material: Foam
Motor Size: 6mm in runner (Left and RIght Rotation)
Propeller Size: 72 x 65mm 3-Blade
Radio: 4+ channel DSM2/DSMX transmitter required
Recommended Fuel: Electric
Speed Control: Brushed ESC (included)
Length: 18.3 in (465mm)
Wingspan: 26.0 in (660mm)
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