E-flite Micro DRACO 800mm BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select

The E-flite Micro DRACO is a scaled-down version of the incredibly popular DRACO 2.0 m that’s more affordable, convenient, and easier to fly! It’s an officially licensed replica of Mike Patey’s ultimate bush plane that can be flown in more places and smaller spaces.

In the Box

E-flite Micro DRACO 800 mm with: x1
Spektrum Linear Servos (installed) x5
Spektrum Brushless Outrunner Motor (installed) x1
Spektrum Control Unit with Receiver and Brushless ESC (installed) x1
Product Manual x1

Needed to Complete

Full-range 6+ channel Spektrum DSMX/DSM2 compatible transmitter
3S 11.1 V or 4S 14.8 V 300 mAh LiPo with JST-RCY Connector
Compatible LiPo charger

Features

The most affordable, convenient, practical, and easiest to fly DRACO model yet
Micro-sized and uniquely capable so it can be flown in more places and smaller spaces
An officially licensed scale replica of Mike Patey's one-of-a-kind and ultimate bush plane
Functional scale features including flaps and LED navigation, landing, down, and other lights
Scale details including moulded-in surface features, steps, antennas, wingtip skids, and much more
Factory-installed 3S and 4S 300 mAh battery-compatible brushless outrunner motor with 4-blade prop
Spektrum receiver and ESC provide real-time battery voltage, current draw, motor RPM, and other data via compatible transmitters
Easier to fly with innovative and optional-use SAFE Select flight envelope protection
The unmatched stability and locked-in feel of exclusive AS3X technology
Five factory-installed servos with strong and precise ball-link equipped linkages
Large and convenient, magnetically-secured top hatch with a large battery compartment
Steerable tail wheel plus oversized tyres for the ability to taxi, take off, and land on a variety of surfaces
Factory-finished in a fully painted with decal trim scheme and nearly ready to fly right out of the box
Quick and easy to install/remove one-piece wing for even more convenient storage and transport

More Information

Mike Patey's undeniable passion, exceptional drive, and work ethic (Back to Work) have led to him designing and building some of the most unique and incredible aircraft – while his infectious enthusiasm has inspired thousands of people to enjoy RC and full-scale aviation along the way! Starting with a Wilga 2000 and replacing its Lycoming O-540 piston engine with a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-28 turboprop boasting about twice the power at half the weight, then many additional modifications later, Mike proudly unveiled his “ultimate bush plane.” It could go to the same places as a Carbon Cub but climb twice as fast, reach altitudes up to 8534 m (28,000 feet), and cruise cross-country at 290 km/h (180 MPH) while carrying four people plus gear. The E-flite DRACO 2.0 m was equally unique and astounding, and since its release, it's become one of the best-selling RC aircraft ever! But many pilots have asked for a smaller version that's more convenient, easier to fly, and most importantly–is more affordable too. The Micro DRACO 800 mm delivers in every way to offer the most practical and fun-to-fly replica for intermediate to experienced pilots yet!

Inspired by the incredible ingenuity and effort Mike Patey put into building the full-sized aircraft, E-flite delivered the first officially licensed scale replica of his ultimate bush plane – the amazing DRACO 2.0 m. Since its release, many pilots have dreamt of and asked for a scaled-down version that's more affordable, convenient, and easier to fly in more places and smaller spaces! The E-flite Micro DRACO 800 mm is precisely that, and is slightly larger than UMX (Ultra Micro eXtreme) and other ultra-micro class models to better replicate the complex design while also including as many scale details as possible. It's still small and light enough to fly in large gardens, small parks, sports fields, and beyond. Yet, it also features many surface details, including moulded-in rivets, panel lines, control surface corrugation, antennas, steps, wingtip “stinger” skids, and more. Functional features include LED navigation, landing and simulated strobe lights, flaps, and a steerable tail wheel. Oversized, tundra-style tyres on the sprung wire main gear with simulated KING shocks soak up bumps and provide excellent prop clearance while also making it possible to take off from and land on paved, dirt, gravel, and even the grass surfaces found at many parks and sports fields.

The high-power brushless outrunner motor can drive the scale 4-blade propeller with a 3S 300 mAh battery for smooth and scale-like flight and even to perform basic aerobatics. Or you can use a 4S 300 mAh battery without any modifications or upgrades for better-than-scale vertical performance and more aggressive aerobatic flying! The factory-installed Spektrum receiver and ESC deliver real-time telemetry data, including overall battery voltage, current, motor RPM, and more, to compatible AirWare equipped transmitters. Plus, the receiver is also equipped with exclusive and expertly-tuned AS3X so it feels like you're flying a larger model – even in some wind – along with optional-use SAFE Select technology that makes it easier to fly successfully after you've mastered flying at least one or two previous RC aircraft! Best of all, Micro DRACO arrives factory-finished with a premium, fully-painted plus decal trim scheme and mostly factory-assembled with a separate one-piece wing that can be installed or removed quickly and easily with a single screw. It all adds up to offer an authentic – yet more affordable and convenient – DRACO flying experience, including unmatched STOL (Short Take Off and Landing), scale, and beyond flight performance!

Specifications

Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 5 minutes
Battery: Sold Separately
Charger: Sold Separately
Connector Type: JST-RCY
Flaps: Yes
Lighting: Nav Lights
LiPo Compatibility: 3S, 4S
Material: EPS
Motor Type: Brushless
Power Type: Electric
Product Length: 493 mm (19.4")
Product Weight: Without Battery: 206 g (7.27 oz) | With Recommended 4S 300 mAh Battery: 239 g (8.43 oz)
Receiver: Included
Recommended Motor Battery: 3S 300 mAh to 4S 300 mAh
Servos: Included
Skill Level: Level 3
Speed Control: Included
Technology: AS3X, SAFE Select
Trim Scheme Colours: Red
Wingspan: 790 mm (31.1")