HobbyZone XCub RTF Basic Electric Airplane (450mm) w/SAFE Technology
About this part
Extremely Durable and Easy To Fly
The HobbyZone XCub 450mm RTF boasts incredibly durable EPP construction and SAFE technology to prevent crashes, making it easy to learn to fly. It includes everything needed to get airborne right out of the box, offering unbeatable value.
About the XCub
Easy To Fly
The HobbyZone XCub 450mm is a scale replica of the popular XCub by CubCrafters, renowned as the safest and most extensively tested adventure airplane ever. It’s a modern iteration of the Super Cub and the classic J-3 Cub, one of the most popular pre-WWII trainer aircraft. The XCub 450mm’s ultra-micro size makes it perfect for learning to fly RC airplanes in smaller spaces like large yards, parks, and soccer fields. Equipped with Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) technology, it helps prevent overcontrol, loss of orientation, and crashes, ensuring a successful learning experience for nearly everyone. With Beginner, Intermediate, and Experienced flight modes, you can choose the level of stability and control at the flip of a switch.
Skill
Skill Level 1 “trainer” aircraft are ideal for beginners and first-time RC (Radio Controlled) pilots, as they require no prior experience to fly. Once you've successfully mastered flying the XCub 450mm, you can progress to a larger and more capable trainer or a “Skill Level 2 the Next Step After A Trainer” model.
Durability
The unique “pop off” prop saver design and advanced EPP material construction create a lightweight yet incredibly durable airframe, capable of withstanding everyday flying without damage. A spare propeller is included, and if any airframe parts or components are damaged beyond repair, replacement airframes and spare parts are readily available.
Features:
- One of the most durable and easiest to fly trainer models yet for beginner
- Scale replica of the safest and most extensively tested adventure airplane ever
- 100% complete and ready to fly right out of the box
- SAFE technology that helps prevent crashes and makes it easy for everyone to learn how to fly
- Capable of aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls, and even inverted flight
- Automatic aerobatic mode activates at the push of a button to perform single or multiple loops or rolls
- Unique “pop off” prop saver design to prevent damage
- No FAA registration or Remote ID required (under the 250-gram weight limit)
Includes:
- (1) HobbyZone XCub 450mm
- (1) Receiver and ESC
- (1) 5-Channel 2.4GHz Transmitter
- (4) AA Alkaline Batteries
- (2) 400mAh 1S 3.7V LiPo
- (1) USB LiPo Battery Charger
- (1) Spare Propeller with Prop Saver
- (1) Product Manual
Needed To Complete:
- Everything needed to fly is included
Specifications:
| Length | 12.6in (320mm) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.7in (450mm) |
| Weight | 2.1oz (59.1g) |
| Battery | 1S 3.7V |
| Skill Level | 1 |
| Assembly Level | *Ready-To-Fly |
*Tech Note: Ready-to-Fly models come equipped with all electronics and include the transmitter needed for use. Please check the "Needed To Complete" above to make sure you have everything you need to get out and enjoy your RC model.
Manuals:
User Manual
Reviews3.3 · 3 reviews
Purchased for my son which has several VOLANTEX RTF planes, P-51, T-28 and the Skynetic Pitts. The Xcub flys heavy, not as good as the other brands. The Prop Saver broke first flight, simple part the prop snaps into, saves the motor from damage. It’s not available as a replacement part? Typical HH fashion! The Volantex, Skynetic, props savers DO NOT fit Hobby Zone. I would have to replace entire plane which is totally BS. Don’t waste your money. I left one star because the plane is useless.
Great product. It is responsive and great beginner plane to hone your skills.
This is great little plane it flys good and very durable. This plane will help you understand more of basics to fly great flying plane and long battery life..
Reviewers are divided on the HobbyZone XCub RTF 450mm. Two reviewers (one verified) rate it 4 to 5 stars, describing it as responsive, durable, a good beginner plane with long battery life. One verified owner rates it 1 star, reporting that it flies heavy, that the prop saver broke on the first flight, and that prop savers from other brands do not fit this model. That reviewer also said a replacement part was not available and that the plane was unusable. The sample is small (three reviews), so the disagreement is hard to weigh.
- + Responsive handling
- + Durable
- + Good beginner plane
- + Long battery life
- − Flies heavy, per one reviewer
- − Prop saver broke on first flight
- − Prop savers from other brands do not fit
- − Replacement part reportedly unavailable