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ESM Pilatus PC-21 71" wingspan airplane. Optional retracts available separately. $129 shipping via UPS Ground in the continental US - Must call for air shipping quotes.


ESM Pilatus PC-21 71" wingspan airplane. Optional retracts available separately. $129 shipping via UPS Ground in the continental US - Must call for air shipping quotes.

$599.95
$419.00
Item# (ESMPILATUS71)

Out of Stock


Shipping is $129 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 Pilatus PC-21 71" 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...).

All ESM planes are painted with a very high quality enamel paint which is resistant to oil, grease, and fuels. The high gloss paints are of course easier to clean than the low gloss. These paints can be painted over for weathering and the like.

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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Length:

81.5"
Wing Span:
71"
Wing area:
6.0 sq. ft.
Wing Loading:
40.6oz/sq. ft.
Flying Weight:
15.2lbs.*

Radio:

6ch & 9 servos
Gas Engine: 38cc to 50cc
Glow Engine: 1.60 2 cycle or 1.80 4 cycle


*The weight shown is for the lightest set up possible. This means no pilot, no bomb drop, one small battery, the smallest engine (possibly a 2-stroke glow engine depending on the size of the model), no retracts, etc. Most scale planes will require nose weight to fly. ESM has chosen to not lengthen the cowl or move back the wing to non-scale for CG purposes so that the models are as true to scale as possible. Nose weight is not included in the weight shown. Mounting the engine, battery, etc. as far forward as possible will decrease the nose weight required. Installation of a gas engine, and extending the engine as far forward as possible is recommended where possible. Gas engines are heavier than glow engines, and require smaller fuel tanks, both of which helps the CG issue. When building any scale plane keep all available parts are far forward as possible.

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Construction: Fiberglass fuse and balsa built-up wing. Functional Flaps.

Wing Covering Material: Covering, painted. The aircraft has a beautiful glossy finish. All ESM planes are painted with a very high quality enamel paint which is resistant to oil, grease, and fuels. The high gloss paints are of course easier to clean than the low gloss. These paints can be painted over for weathering and the like.

Comes with conventional gear and wheels in the kit. However you can buy the optional custom retracts made for the PC-21. Retractable landing gear set with oleo struts, alloy wheels. The retracts are generation 5 Air up/air down retracts, and incorporate all of the latest design improvements.

 
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In 1999 Pilatus Aircraft, famous for their PC-12 small passenger aircraft and the PC-7 and PC-9 jet trainers, began the development of a new generation of turboprop jet trainers. The result of that program was the Pilatus PC-21, a sleek modern trainer designed to operate for 30 years per airframe, at costs below that of existing advanced trainers, but with better performance and flexibility.

Featuring a very advanced avionics suite, and integrating flexible computer systems, the PC-21 is truly cutting edge. The pilot's display is incredibly user friendly, featuring many items found only on the most advanced combat aircraft such as LCD MFDs, dual HUDs, HOTAS Throttle, a bird strike resistent canopy with excellent visibility and zero/zero ejection seats. The aircraft is designed to perform as a training platform for basic flight, advanced jet training and fighter tactics. It is also expected to be used in a COIN (Counter Insurgency) role by many of the world's smaller airforces, as the low cost makes it attractive to many such nations. The aircraft is capable of carrying a variety of weaponry on 5 hardpoints mounted under the wings and centerline of the aircraft.

The first prototype was flown in July of 2002, and the first aircraft were delivered to the swiss airforce in April of 2008. Singapore's Air Force has also recieved several of their production aircraft with 7 more to be delivered in August of 2008, replacing the SIAI Marchetti S.211's that were currently in service. It is expected that many other nations will adopt the aircraft as well.

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Here at Troy Built Models, we, as modelers ourselves, know what it is like to bring home a new plane only to have to go out to buy what you'll need to finish your plane, and get it up in the air. We also understand that while ESM does included a very complete hardware package, you will still need to get your own radio, gear, engine, etc. In order to help you, our loyal customers, we have put together as comprehensive a list as we can to include what you'll need to finish your new airplane.

We made this list to make it easier for you to order what you'll need at the same time as when you order your plane here at TBM, so that we can ship it all to you at the same time. Look over our list, and pick and chose what you'll need and it will be added to your shopping cart.

Disclaimer: We may not have covered all of items totally needed for every airplane. Personal choice and use in the past is another variable. As modelers ourselves, we tried to think of most of the accessories you might need. This way, the accessories will arrive with your kit and you can get started immediately. Since we post out manuals on line as well, you can be looking at it before the plane gets to you. If you feel we have missed something, let us know by emailing us. Thank you for your support and contribution.




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