VA-Model 41" ULTIMATE X3 EPP Full Fuse
- SKU:
- VA Ultimate-RED
Description
Meet the Ultimate X3! The 41-inch VA Models Ultimate X3 combines the unmistakable appearance of a full-scale aerobatic biplane with durable, lightweight EPP construction. Its full-fuselage design provides the solid feel and wider flight envelope normally associated with larger built-up models while remaining easy to transport and repair.
Fully airfoiled wings and generous control surfaces give the Ultimate X3 a stable, predictable feel across a broad speed range. It is equally comfortable performing smooth sport aerobatics, precision maneuvers, hovering, tumbles, and advanced 3D routines.
The semi-assembled fuselage helps shorten build time, while the detailed printed graphics give the model a finished appearance. It is best suited for intermediate and advanced pilots looking for a durable aerobatic biplane that flies larger than its 41-inch size suggests.
Features and Specifications
- Wingspan: 41" (1041mm)
- Length: 41.5" (1054mm)
- Estimated Flying Weight: 23–26 oz (652–737g), depending on equipment selection
- Construction: Lightweight printed EPP foam with a semi-assembled full fuselage
- Wing Design: Fully airfoiled biplane wings for a smooth and solid flight feel
- Motor Range: 70–100g brushless outrunner producing approximately 200–300 watts
- ESC: 30–45A brushless ESC
- Battery: 3S 1350–1800mAh LiPo
- Propeller: 10 × 3.8 to 11 × 5.5
- Flight Style: Sport aerobatics, precision flying, hovering, tumbles, freestyle, and advanced 3D
- Pilot Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Required to Complete
This is an airframe kit. The recommended power system, radio equipment, battery, charger, servo extensions, and adhesives are sold separately. No printed manual is included; a downloadable PDF build manual is available under Resources below.
Recommended Matched Power System
PC70 Power System Includes
- CSP 2217 1170KV brushless motor
- BOLT 30A ESC
- Four CSP-D14M digital servos
- APC 11 × 4.5 MR propeller
Additional Required Items
- 4-channel or greater transmitter and compatible receiver
- 3S 1350–1800mAh LiPo battery
- LiPo-compatible balance charger
- Required servo-extension leads
- Foam-Tac, thin CA, and medium CA glue
Resources
- Download the Ultimate X3 PDF Build Manual
- Watch the Ultimate X3 Flight Video
- Compatible 40–48" Replacement Parts
We recommend Foam-Tac for the main EPP assembly and thin or medium CA glue where specified for carbon-fiber reinforcement and hardware connections.
2 Reviews
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VA 41" Ultimate
Kit quality is good. Directions could be improved. For experienced builders only
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VA Ultimate
I purchased this plane about a year ago and I have to say that it is my favorite plane at present. It will perform every imaginable maneuver and does so over a very wide speed envelope. It is both stable and aerobatic. Also, it is tough. EPP takes a lot of stress out of flying. It endures flip over landings and even an occasional encounter with an immovable object usually with no damage at all. After a year of flying this plane I finally had become so confident (always a bad omen) that I recently put it through a full speed vertical encounter with blacktop. Yes, it broke the cowl and shook a few of the glued points on the plane loose. But nothing that took more than a few minutes to fix. And, because the EPP always returns to it's original shape, unlike lesser foams, the repairs are practically invisible. The kit comes with a plywood motor mount . I did not use this. Rather, I substituted a block of EPP foam with a piece of plywood glued on the front of it. Had I used the plywood mount, it would have been destroyed in the crash I described above. The EPP was fine. I use up to 3 cell, 2700 mAh batteries and it flies fine with them. They recommend a 1350 mAh, 3 cell. I've never tried that. I am using the standard power package that TH recommends for this plane and usually hold my flights to 6-7 minutes. This is a beautiful plane. I can't recommend it highly enough. Get one! You'll be glad you did. The
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