Buying Guide: E-flite F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF Fighter Jet

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Buying Guide: E-flite F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF Fighter Jet

HIGH-PERFORMANCE, EASY HANDLING HORNET
The E-flite® F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF features an all-new design with the size, scale details, functional features and performance to deliver an unmatched flying experience. With 6S LiPo power its V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-RPM brushless inrunner motor and 100A ESC deliver fantastic performance with virtually instantaneous throttle response. This power system also provides better performance and longer flight times than the 6S-compatible power systems used in larger models — plus it offers a turbine-like sound! An abundance of Extra Scale details including molded-in panel lines and hatches, removable ordnance and drop tanks, a pilot figure and more take the appearance to another level. Functional Extra Scale features include LED navigation lights, full-flying stabs and operational flaps, plus retracts and sequenced gear doors. It's also equipped with the most scale-like landing gear of any F-18 EDF model yet, and the shock-absorbing, trailing-link struts are painted white for an even more realistic appearance. Constructed of durable, fully-molded EPO material, no glue is required for assembly and it can be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery!

AN EXCEPTIONAL FLYING EXPERIENCE
Designed by McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) and Northrop, the F/A-18 Hornet is used by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps as both a fighter and an attack platform. Air forces of several other nations fly the F-18 as well. This replica has been modeled after the F/A-18D two-seat variant, operated primarily by the U.S. Marine Corps in night attack and Forward Air Controller (Airborne) [FAC(A)] roles. The trim and color scheme are taken from the U.S. Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 – the "Bats" – based in Iwakuni, Japan. An all-new design for experienced RC pilots, the E-flite® F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF provides an exceptional flying experience highlighted by an abundance of Extra Scale details and functional scale features including factory-installed LED lights, full-flying stabs, operational flaps and more!

Features:
- The best handling high-performance F-18 EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) jet model yet
- Scale replica of the iconic aircraft flown by the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and other forces
- Extra Scale details including removable ordnance and tanks, painted landing gear, molded-in panel lines and more
- Functional Extra Scale features including LED lights, full-flying stabs, flaps, main and nose gear doors
- V2 12-blade 80mm fan delivers excellent top speed and vertical performance plus turbine-like sound
- Factory-installed, high-power 6S-compatible brushless inrunner motor and 100-amp ESC
- Fits a wide range of 6S batteries from 4000-7000mAh to deliver class-leading flight times
- Spektrum™ AR636 6-channel receiver with industry-leading 2.4GHz DSMX® technology
- Easier to fly with innovative and optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope protection
- The unmatched stability and locked-in feel of exclusive AS3X® technology
- Ten factory-installed metal-geared servos with ball-link equipped linkages
- Electric retracts with scale painted shock-absorbing, trailing-link struts
- No glue required for assembly and can be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery
- Two-piece wing that bolts into place and a magnetically secured nose cone
- Convenient top hatch with clear canopy, cockpit detail and a pilot figure
- Factory-applied VMFA(AW)-242 "Bats" squadron finish
- Extremely durable, fully molded EPO airframe

Needed to Complete:
Full-range 6-7+ channel Spektrum™ DSMX®/DSM2® compatible transmitter
6S 22.2V 4000–7000mAh 30+C LiPo with EC5™ or IC5™ Connector
Compatible LiPo charger

What's in the Box?
(1) E-flite® F-18 80mm EDF with:
(1) 100A Brushless ESC (installed)
(1) Brushless Inrunner Motor (installed)
(10) Metal-Geared Servos (installed)
(1) Spektrum™ AR636 6-Channel Receiver (installed)

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[wtfmimshag]

Is HH recommending this jet for tarmac only ops? I was kinda hoping a buying guide would let grass ops guys know what's up.

[GBLynden]

On future videos of this plane can you please show the landing gear in more detail? I am looking to know if they are made of all plastic, metal, or a combo.

[FLGr]

it's missing a tail hook ... can't hit the 3 wire without one.

[mckaylundtuttle]

Why is the suspension fully compressed while sitting there?

[bohan]

Finally a model with all flying stabs.

[Farmermanrc]

Can you set a mix for air brake on the rudders both inward like full scale?

[miklosko]

😍😲 Wooow. What a beauty! And the size... astonishing! Gorgeous Jet!👍

[brettskinner]

please bring to RF9 Also add carbon cub z please

[goldenhide]

Aaaaay, I was 242 while that jet had that scheme. Good recreation!

[insurancemann]

This is a great looking jet. The landing gear doesn't seem to have any suspension, worries me a bit.

[Bellairvideo]

Wonderful jet & great presentation mate.
Way too expensive for me in Aus. At well over $1000 with shipping. I will stick to my Viper, F15 & ordered FMS Avanti.

[FalconWing]

Beautiful model. Glad you guy's went with the two seater, looks better in my opinion. I'll work my up to this. Still need to get first EDF. Lol

[SebastianLong]

I actually did buy this as my first plane. That being said I don't intend to leave the ground with it first. When I first seen this plane, I needed to buy it. Wasn't a want, was a necessity. Lol. Probably won't be flying it for about 2 seasons, possibly more. I want to be sure I'm comfortable flying before taking the F-18 on it's maiden. I also purchased the DX8 transmitter for it and the other planes I intend to get. I've noticed HH has a habit of discontinuing items (Losi LST 3XLe as an example) and I don't want it to disappear before I could get my hands on one. I am looking forward to having the skills enough to make me feel comfortable to fly this plane.

[ChrissiRC]

Very nice! Has the F18 the same Wheel diameter as the havoc? Greetings Christoph

[nicos]

I would love to see some umx jets like an f35 or f16 again

[billymartin]

Lately, the struts outlast the retract, but I didn't see any in the parts section, only the struts without the retract.

[michaelrodgers]

How many channels is the safe receiver? I use a dx9. I just thought the safe receivers were 6ch. Thanks

[ratelmike]

Excellent Video on my first look into jets with Eflite. Would the new Smart technology be recommended into this aircraft?

[victorrcjets]

I'm going to buy this is my very first plane ever! I do like the scale details of the landing gear, the price is a little high but hopefully the quality makes up for it!

[MrBoyz]

Will this bind with the Spektrum DX8 Gen 1 (Silver) Transmitter? I just bought this jet and I'm wondering if it will bind to the transmitter i already have or do I need a new one?