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ESM Lavochkin LA-7 80" wingspan airplane. Optional retracts available separately. $89 shipping via UPS Ground in the continental US - Must call for air shipping quotes.


ESM Lavochkin LA-7 80" wingspan airplane. Optional retracts available separately. $89 shipping via UPS Ground in the continental US - Must call for air shipping quotes.



$549.99
$369.00
Item# (ESMLA7-80)

In Stock


Shipping is $89 in the continental US via UPS Ground.

Tips for Electric Conversion:Click here to view a RCU thread on electric conversion of a Hurricane This size motor, the E-Flight Power 160 or equivalent is more than enough power for the 80” ESM planes. It can also be used with the 72” ESM planes with smaller batteries.

This Lavochkin LA-7 80" wingspan airplane is produced by ESM in China. ESM has been importing planes into the US for many years, so the company and its products are well proven and are some of the best in the industry. ESM planes are factory painted to scale, have pre-applied decals which are covered with a clear coat, have functional flaps if standard on the full scale version, and most hardware included (screws, rods, fuel tanks etc...). Most fuselages are epoxy resin fiberglass. The wings are typically built up, then covered with Solartex fabric and painted.

ESM planes are very high quality at a very reasonable price. They come with conventional gear and wheels in the kit. If the full scale model had retracts, the retracts are available separately. Retracts add a level of complexity to the model which is for more experienced pilots. Some planes offer scale accessories like bombs, gear doors, pilots, external fuel tanks and more separately for those builders who want more scale realism.

TBM carries some spare parts for ESM planes. Check out the ESM warranty for further information on spare parts. These planes look and fly very realistically. You will not find a better model anywhere even close to these prices. ESM is continually producing new products. Most of these new products will be 80” wingspan or larger to meet the needs for IMAA. We are confident that you will be happy with your model.

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Wing Span: 80" (2032 mm)
Length: 65" (1650 mm)
Wing area: 67.39sq. ft (68.7 sq dm)
Wing Loading: 37.2 oz/sq. ft (113.6 g/sq. dm)
Flying Weight: 16.9 lbs (7700g) *Weight Information
Radio: 6ch & 8 servos
Gas Engine: 38cc to 50cc
Glow Engine: 1.60 2 cycle or 1.80 4 cycle
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ESMLA7-80.pdf - 2.76MB

By 1943, the La-5 had become a mainstay of the VVS, yet both its head designer, Semyon Lavochkin, as well as the engineers at TsAGI felt that it could be improved upon. The essential method was reducing weight and improving aerodynamic quality. Many improvements were made, these merging into production of the new La-7 fighter. The visible changes included a new position for the oil cooler and superger intake. The result was a higher top speed of 660km/h and turning a full circle took 19-21 seconds. The La-7 was the only Soviet fighter to shoot down a Messerschmitt Me-262, by Ivan Nikitovich Kozhedub on one occasion over Germany on February 15, 1945. The La-7 earned itself a superb combat record by the end of the war, and was flown by the top two Soviet aces of the conflict, one of which was Lt.Col. S.F Dolgushin, commander of the 156th IAP. Total production of the La-7 amounted to 5,753 aircraft.

The tests of the new fighter La-7 was started in the beginning of 1944 . The airplane differed the facilitated design (at last and on airplanes of La metal spars have appeared), reinforced armament and the best aerodynamic properties. On high-speed qualities the airplane has essentially surpassed La-5FN.

On the production machines it was not possible to take into ac only one recommendation reflected in the conclusion about passage by a fighter - on an airplane there was no automatic control unit of operation control of an engine-screw combination. That on FW-190 was operated by moving of one lever, on La-7 demanded manipulations of eight controls. To simplify operation control of an engine-screw combination it was possible only on La-7 from factory number 38101356 which tests passed from March, 20 till April, 8, 1945.

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Uses ONLY MPI FUTABA arms.

The HD-1501 is the perfect match for all ESM planes. These are high torque, metal gear servos available at an incredible price.

METAL GEAR ANALOG with Medium-Torque performance takes 7.2v! Yes, run an unregulated 2-cell LiPoly or LiIon or A123! for giant scale and monster truck applications. Performance which rivals the Hitec HS 7985 servo, at 1/4 the price. This is one of Power-HD’s latest and greatest servos. Super fast and lots of torque.

Operating Speed: 0.16/0.14 sec/60°
Stall Torque: 215oz-in. at 4.8v, 236 oz-in. at 6.0v, 284oz-in. at 7.2v
Dimensions: 40.7x20.5x39.5 mm
Weight: 60(g)
Operating Voltage: 4.8/6.0/7.2v

**Some of the HD 1501 servos rated for HV use, up to 7.2v, are currently being shipped in original boxes that do not indicate this. HD will update the boxes to reflect the most current specs for the HD 1501 HV servos in the near future.

$25.99
$18.99
Item# (HD-1501MGHV)

Out of Stock




ESM LA-7 80" wingspan Retracts
ESM has been exporting planes to the US for many years. They have been continually updating the retracts, and these are now the fifth generation. These are some of the finest retracts available anywhere, and the prices are incredibly low. Many of the included wheels are also machined from aluminum. The air valve, fill valve, air tank, and air line are usually included. Check the photo to be sure what is included.

$219
$139.00
Item# (ESMLA7-80LG)

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ESM LA-7 80" wingspan Cowl

$29.00
Item# (ESMLA7-80COWL)

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ESM LA-7 80" wingspan canopy

$19.00
Item# (ESMLA7-80CANOPY)

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WRC Wike R/C Products IBEF Ignition Battery Eliminating Filter - For 5 and 6 cell UNREGULATED NiMh and NiCad, and 2-cell A123 batteries
The Ignition Battery Eliminator (IBE) is a device that saves weight and cost at the same time by eliminating the need for ignition battery, ignition switch, and transmitter controlled ignition power switch with this one device. The IBE adds the safety and convenience of a transmitter controlled ignition power switch (solid state) and removes the need for an inline mechanical switch for planes that were going to have an ignition battery and switch.

There are 3 versions of the IBEF depending on the battery used:
(WRCIBEF) - For 5 and 6 cell UNREGULATED NiMh and NiCad, and UNREGULATED 2-cell A123 batteries
(WRCIBEF4C) - For 4-cell Ni Mh or NICad AND any battery type regulated to 5 - 6 volts
(WRCIBEFION) - For UNREGULATED LiIon or LiPoly


$49.00
Item# (WRCIBEF)

Out of Stock




WRC Wike R/C Products IBEF Ignition Battery Eliminating Filter - For 5 and 6 cell UNREGULATED NiMh and NiCad, and 2-cell A123 batteries
The Ignition Battery Eliminator (IBE) is a device that saves weight and cost at the same time by eliminating the need for ignition battery, ignition switch, and transmitter controlled ignition power switch with this one device. The IBE adds the safety and convenience of a transmitter controlled ignition power switch (solid state) and removes the need for an inline mechanical switch for planes that were going to have an ignition battery and switch.

There are 3 versions of the IBEF depending on the battery used:
(WRCIBEF) - For 5 and 6 cell UNREGULATED NiMh and NiCad, and UNREGULATED 2-cell A123 batteries
(WRCIBEF4C) - For 4-cell Ni Mh or NICad AND any battery type regulated to 5 - 6 volts
(WRCIBEFION) - For UNREGULATED LiIon or LiPoly


$49.00
Item# (WRCIBEF)

Out of Stock




WRC Wike R/C Products IBEF Ignition Battery Eliminating Filter - For UNREGULATED LiIon or LiPoly
The Ignition Battery Eliminator (IBE) is a device that saves weight and cost at the same time by eliminating the need for ignition battery, ignition switch, and transmitter controlled ignition power switch with this one device. The IBE adds the safety and convenience of a transmitter controlled ignition power switch (solid state) and removes the need for an inline mechanical switch for planes that were going to have an ignition battery and switch.

There are 3 versions of the IBEF depending on the battery used:
(WRCIBEF) - For 5 and 6 cell UNREGULATED NiMh and NiCad, and UNREGULATED 2-cell A123 batteries
(WRCIBEF4C) - For 4-cell Ni Mh or NICad AND any battery type regulated to 5 - 6 volts
(WRCIBEFION) - For UNREGULATED LiIon or LiPoly


$49.00
Item# (WRCIBEFION)

In Stock


Displacement: 3.05 ci (50 cc)
Output: 5.0 hp
Weight: 2.94 lbs (1.33 kilos)
Weight w/Standoffs: 3.13 lbs (1.42 kilos)
Bore: 1.6771 in (42.6 mm)
Stroke: 1.3779 in (35 mm)
Length: 6.7 in (170 mm)
RPM Range:
RPM Max:
Fuel Consumption:
Warranty: Two year

Free (WRCIBEF) and $15 discount for shipping,
Up to $64 IN SAVINGS!!

$595.00
Item# (DA-50)

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RCS 50ccVT single cylinder engine with electronic ignition.
Displacement 50cc
RPM Range 1200-7000
Horsepower 3.5hp
Weight 3 lbs 7oz - (with ignition)
Fuel/Ratio Premium Gas mixed 30:1 Synthetic Only
Ignition 4.8v-6.7v Electronic
Prop Size 2 blade 22x10-12 = 4900rpm, 20x10 = 6000rpm

$1150.00
Item# (RCS50VT)

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ZDZ 40cc RE-F3A engine with electronic ignition.
Displacement 40cc/2.4 ci
Bore 38mm/1.5"
Stroke 35mm/1.38"
RPM Range 1200-7800 RPM
Power Range 4.25hp
Weight 2 lbs 7.5 oz bare w/plug 2 lbs 11.5 oz w/ ignition
Fuel/Ratio Premium Gas mixed 40:1
Piston Rod 2 Needle Bearings
Crankshaft 2 Ball Bearings
Ignition ZDZ® 4.8v-7v Electronic Microprocessor Controlled
Porting 3 Channel Schunrle
Prop Size 2 blade 20x10-12, 22 x 10




$579.00
Item# (ZDZ40RE-F3A)

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ZDZ 40cc RV-RE engine with electronic ignition.
Displacement 40cc/2.4 ci
Bore 38mm/1.5"
Stroke 35mm/1.38"
RPM Range 1200-7800 RPM
Horsepower 4.25hp
Weight 1300g/2.86 lbs bare w/plug
Fuel/Ratio Premium Gas mixed 40:1
Piston Rod 2 Needle Bearings
Crankshaft 2 Ball Bearings
Ignition ZDZ® 4.8v-7v Electronic Microprocessor Controlled
Porting 3 Channel Schunrle
Prop Size 2 blade 20x10-12, 22 x 10 (20x10=7400 rpm)




$579.00
Item# (ZDZ40RV-RE)

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ZDZ 50cc NG engine with electronic ignition.
Displacement 48.5cc/2.96 ci
Bore 42mm/1.65"
Stroke 35mm/1.38"
RPM Range 1200-7800 RPM
Horsepower Approx. 5.1 HP
Weight 1400g/3.08 lbs! bare w/plug - 1530g/3.37lbs all up
Fuel/Ratio Premium Gas mixed 40:1
Piston Rod 2 Needle Bearings
Crankshaft 2 Ball Bearings
Ignition 4.8 Volt- Electronic
Porting 5 Channel Schunrle
Prop Size 2 blade 22x8, 22 x 10 3 blade 18x10-12, 20x10




$595.00
Item# (ZDZ50NG)

In Stock




WARNING - Gasoline and Turbine powered aircraft are not manufactured to withstand unlimited G's. Any aircraft can fail, be it a wing folding up or a fuselage breaking in half under too high of a load. Just as any full size aircraft, model aircraft have a maximum G rating. Because you are not in the plane flying it and experiencing the G's and reading the G-meter, it is more difficult to judge the G's on the aircraft, and it is very easy to exceed the limits of the aircraft. Understand that if you perform a snap roll, parachute, wall, blender, knife edge loop, or pull hard on the elevator at almost any speed, you can be putting in excess of 15 G's, even in excess of 30 G's, and most aircraft can only designed to take 10-12 G's. If you perform any violent maneuver, you can break your plane. When I perform hard maneuvers, especially for the first time on an airframe, I am prepared for a failure and am prepared for it as best I can be. This mainly includes performing the maneuver far enough away from spectators that in event of a failure that I am not endangering others. In addition, be prepared for the manufacturer to not pay for a new airframe which is broken during flight. It is common practice for any manufacturer to not replace an airframe which breaks in the air or upon landing. I have only seen manufacturers replace airframes when they have received many of the same failures and the manufacturer determines that there was a design or manufacturing error. If you break an airframe, and you are the only one to do so, then it is probably not the fault of the manufacturer. Please fly safely, and avoid full throttle operation other than at low airspeeds.

An R/C aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm and property damage. Fly only in open areas, and AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites. Follow all manufacturer instructions included with your plane, radio, servo's, batteries and engine. Aircraft manufacturers guarantees each kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component assembled by the customer. All parts of high stress must be inspected and reinforced if necessary by a competent builder. Some parts should be glued again. High stress areas such as firewalls, motor boxes, wing mounts, landing gear mounts, etc., are areas of high concern. Seek help if necessary. In not case shall TBM be liable for the cost of any product it offers which is not manufactured by TBM. The liability to the manufacturer cannot exceed the original cost of the purchased item. Further, TBM reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice. In that TBM has no control over the final assembly or materials used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the user assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability. The kit manufacturers have provided you with a top quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the quality and fly ability of your finished model depends on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the performance of your completed model, and no representations are expresses or implied as to the performance or safety of your completed model. It is the user's responsibility to inspect each component for worthiness.