Great Planes Escapade ARF - An instant all-time favorite with something for every pilot!
Posted by Best R/C on Nov 10, 2008
Everyone sees something a little bit different in the Escapade ARF. It looks like a great second plane for the ambitious newcomer, easy-flying fun to the experienced pro and a solid choice for electric and glow modelers alike. But no matter what the modeler sees, they all agree that the Escapade is a versatile star. Ready for a first flight in just 4-6 hours, the Escapade includes a painted pilot figure, fiberglass wheel pants and an extensive hardware package.
- Control surfaces are prehinged with ailerons that can be set up for one or two servo operation with no modifications.
- Bolt-on tail surfaces require no trimming and attach with only two bolts.
- The two-piece wing design simplifies transportation.
- Balsa-built and covered in a one-of-a-kind MonoKote® trim scheme.
SPECIFICATIONS
Wingspan: 52.5 in (1,340 mm)
Wing Area: 483 in² (31.2 dm²)
Weight: 5.0-5.5 lb (2,270 - 2,495 g)
Wing Loading: 24-26 oz/ft² (73 - 80 g/dm²)
Length: 46 in (1,160 mm)
Requires: 4-channel radio w/3-5 servos, 2-stroke .40-.55 or 4-stroke .52-.70 engine or 800kV out-runner brushless motor, 60A brushless ESC (min) & a 14.8V, 3200mAh LiPo battery pack
Retail GPMA1200 Escapade .40-.56 Sport ARF $139.99
Visit the Great Planes website at www.greatplanes.com
Got plane at 11 AM, finished (including balancing) at 9 PM, Flew next day at 10 AM. Using O.S. .40 LA and skis. Flies great, but could use a little more power. Will probably spring for a new .55………..Enjoy