Description
Crack Yak-55: 32-Inch EPP Standard Series
The Crack Yak-55 is a proven Twisted Hobbys 3D EPP profile aircraft created in collaboration with Twisted Hobbys team pilot Chris Jewett. Designed for pilots seeking responsive control, durable EPP construction, and strong 3D performance, it delivers precise handling in a compact airframe suitable for backyard, park, and smaller flying areas.
Its lightweight construction provides controlled low-speed handling while remaining highly responsive during hovering, harriers, rolling maneuvers, and aggressive aerobatics. Pre-hinged control surfaces and an advanced carbon-fiber truss system help simplify assembly while providing the rigidity needed for accurate control and dependable flight performance.
Key Features
- Created in collaboration with Twisted Hobbys team pilot Chris Jewett
- Lightweight and durable printed EPP profile construction
- Designed for responsive 3D and aerobatic performance
- Pre-hinged control surfaces help simplify assembly
- Carbon-fiber truss system provides additional airframe rigidity
- Adjustable control-rod end links help reduce unwanted control play
- Controlled low-speed handling with quick aerobatic response
Specifications
- Wingspan: 32 inches
- Length: 31 inches
- Estimated Flying Weight: Approximately 7.2 oz / 204 g
- Construction: Lightweight printed EPP foam with carbon-fiber reinforcement
- Recommended Battery: 2S or 3S 450 to 600 mAh LiPo
- Pilot Level: Intermediate
Required to Complete
This is an airframe kit. The recommended power system and additional required items are sold separately and listed below. No printed manual is included; a downloadable PDF build manual is available under Build Resources below.
Recommended Matched Power System
View the Crack Yak-55 Matched Power System
Our spec-matched PC02 power system includes the properly selected motor, ESC, servos, and propeller for dependable power, responsive control, and balanced 2S or 3S performance.
Matched Power-System Components
- CSP-2305 1500KV motor, 25 g
- BOLT 16A ESC
- One CSP-D14M digital metal-gear servo
- Two CSP-D10M digital metal-gear servos
- 9 x 4.7 slow-fly propeller
Recommended Power Setup
- 2S Setup: 450 to 600 mAh LiPo with a 9-inch propeller
- 3S Setup: 450 to 600 mAh LiPo with a compatible 8-inch propeller
The included 9 x 4.7 propeller is intended for 2S operation. When operating the power system on 3S, use a compatible 8-inch propeller.
Additional Required Items
- Radio System: 4-channel or greater transmitter and a compatible lightweight receiver
- Battery: 2S or 3S 450 to 600 mAh LiPo battery
- Charger: LiPo-compatible balance charger
- Adhesives: Foam-Tac and thin CA glue
Build Resources, Upgrades and Compatible Parts
- Watch the Crack Yak-55 Build Video
- Download the Crack Yak-55 PDF Build Manual
- Visit the Official RC Groups Build Thread and Discussion
- Shop Crack Yak-55 Replacement Parts
- Shop Compatible Upgrade Parts
- Shop the Compatible Ultra Halo XX0 LED Lighting Kit
We recommend Foam-Tac for the main EPP assembly and thin CA glue for installing the carbon-fiber reinforcement.
Videos
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Twisted Hobbys Crack Yak RC Airplane
I took the original standard Crack Yak out for a spin the othe...
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Flying Crack Yaks At Night "FX3D2012"
I feel bad for you if you didnt come to fx3d
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Twisted Hobbys - 32" Crack Yak!
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Twisted Hobbys 32" EPP Crack Yak 55
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Twisted Hobbys/RC Factory - Crack Yak 55 - Build & Maiden Flight
Build process for the Twisted Hobbys - Crak Yak 55. (Also for...
26 Reviews
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crack yak 32
This plane rips! This is my first TH kit and this thing has serious authority for being under 250grams with a 3cell pack,. This will indeed make me a better pilot. I'm getting a sollid 6 minutes of hard-ish mild 3D and big air tumbles with a 500mah 3s. Already looking at my next plane... thanks again Twisted Hobbys!
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Great 3D Plane
Love this plane and my first 3D plane! My dad is getting one next haha because of how great it flies!
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Flys so well
Me and my dad are very impressed how well it flew for the first time. Didn't need to trim the plane at all and it still flew amazing
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Plane & Customer Support
This review is way over due.The plane is a great park flyer that you can put in the back seat or in the trunk of a car. You can pull it out of your vehicle when see a small grassy area and just go flying. Great flyer. Twisted Hobby's sells quality planes and no matter which one you buy you"'ll be happy. And to top it off you couldn't have better customer support. I had some tech questions on the yak on the weekend so I sent an e-mail and brad replied to my question within a couple of hrs. Which was awesome I didn't have to wait until the beginning of the week to get the answer. I was able to finish my plane on the weekend. Thank you twisted hobby employees for your support.
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AWESOME!!
If you're considering buying one, stop considering and purchase today. An amazing little flier, and great for learning tricks before you attempt them on a $3000 giant scale gasser. So much fun for the parks. If you live in a windy area, not the plane for you. Great early in the morning during calm conditions. A little pricey, but can't be beat, as far as I know. HAVE FUN!!
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Great plane, but "Gold" is RED.
I'm loving the way this thing flies. Put it up on a maiden flight, it flew absolutely smoothly. Several of the 3D guys at the field helped me get it dialed in, and I'm already making smooth inverted turns and some knife edging with it. :) Rolls fantastic, so much that I had to dumb down the throws a bit so that I wasn't getting out of control. My only niggling thing is that the picture makes the Gold color look more of an orange/gold color. When I got it and opened up the box, it came out looking red like a cherry tomato. I guess I was expecting it to have more of a yellow/gold look than the cherry tomato color, and I think I might've gotten a different looking plane if I'd known - but it's a niggling little thing, and I'm probably complaining over nothing, really. Also, not sure on this, but the CF spar for the landing gear is not pre-drilled, and so I had to drill that myself to get the wheels mounted. Something that probably should have been done from the factory so that my holes would have lined up correctly; I had to mark it with chalk and hand drill it where I thought it should go. Minor things with the build process, I know...Otherwise, a solid plane, and those things are why I'm knocking it down 1 star.
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32” Crack Yak
Not indestructible, but takes some abuse. Really wants to fly, changes pitch and rolls fast and in more skilled hands than mine will do anything imaginable, just like the videos. It is making me a better RC pilot!
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CK 32"
What a fun plane!! The customer service at TH is simply outstanding. Keep up the great work folks!
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32" yak brown
I am a professional builder of high end planes. I often give the customer one of these to fly while I am building the plane they ordered. I tell them to fly it a lot and they will be ready for the big expensive plane. These can be flown as a trainer and will also do every 3d trick in the book. The ultimate foam plane. You do not have to be a kid to fly one of these. I keep one for myself at all times.
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Crack Yak 55
Fun little plane .