Key Specs
About this product
XFLY TWIN 40MM F-18 EDF 705MM JET WITHOUT TX/RX/BATT – BLUE
XFly Model is proud to announce its second scale fighter jet F-18 Hornet in the twin 40mm EDF lineup. For the purpose of making it as most streamlined and true-to-scale as possible, XFly team equips the F-18 with twin power system setup and reserves scale details including air inlet, cockpit, nozzle and full-flying horizontal stabs.
The factory-installed power system, including twin efficient 1413-KV5500 brushless motors and twin 20A brushless ESCs, paired with a 4S LiPo battery, delivers an abundance of thrust for fast climbs, rolls, loops and endless fun for high alpha flying due to the F-18’s low wing load and full flying stabs. A flight time of around 3-8 mins can be achieved with proper throttle management.
Perfectly fitted landing gear design helps keep the plane lightweight and make take off & landing smooth. Landing gears can be easily removed for more speed and vertical performance. The twin EDF power system, with smooth inlet duct design, delivers an incredible turbine-like sound. Choose between the popular schemes, “Blue Angels” and “The Hawks”, the XFly F-18 is a must-have addition to your collection.
Features
- Streamlined and true-to-scale design.
- Efficient twin power system setup delivering an abundance of thrust for fast climbs, rolls, loops.
- Perfectly fitted landing gear design for smooth takeoff and landing.
- Extended flight time of 3-8 mins when using recommended 4S 1300-2600mAh LiPo battery.
- All components can be assembled quickly without glue needed.
- Available in two color schemes, “Blue Angels” and “The Hawks”.
Specifications
Wingspan: 705mm
Length: 980mm
ESC: 2 x 20Amp
EDF: 2 x 12-Blade
Servo: 5 x 9g
Motor: 1413-KV5500 x 2
Channels: 4 Channels – Aileron, Elevator, Throttle, Rudder/Steering
CG: 53mm from the leading edge
Wing Load: 82g/dm²
Wing Area: 11.5dm²
Recommended Battery: 4S 1300-2600mAh
Battery Connector: XT60
Approx Flying Duration: 3-8 mins
Assembly Time: 15 mins
Skill Level: Intermediate
Age Level: 14 years +
Flap: No
Retract: No
Landing Gear: Fixed main landing gear, steerable nose gear
EDF Size: 40MM EDF 12-Blade *2
Required To Complete
- Transmitter
- Receiver
- Battery
- Charger
Frequently Asked Questions
This model requires a 4S LiPo battery (1300–2600mAh recommended) with an XT60 connector, plus a separate RC transmitter and receiver—none of these are included in the box. The ARR (Almost-Ready-to-Fly) design means the motors, ESCs and servos are pre-installed, so you only need to add the radio equipment and battery.
No—this is a high-performance EDF jet designed for experienced pilots. The twin 40mm motors deliver significant thrust for aggressive aerobatics, fast climbs and advanced manoeuvres, and the short 3–8 minute flight time demands quick reflexes and good throttle management.
You can expect 3–8 minutes of flight time with proper throttle management, depending on how aggressively you fly and your battery capacity (the recommended range is 1300–2600mAh).
The plane arrives with factory-installed twin brushless motors, ESCs, servos and landing gear; it requires no glue and can be assembled in approximately 15 minutes. You must source separately: a 4S LiPo battery, transmitter and receiver.
The F-18 spans 705mm with a length of 980mm, featuring a highly detailed scale design with functional air inlets, cockpit detail and full-flying horizontal stabilisers. The twin EDF system produces authentic turbine-like sound, and the landing gear can be removed for increased speed and vertical performance.
