The E-flite Pilatus PC-21 1.3m PNP is an exceptionally detailed and powerful scale model of the advanced trainer featuring a high-performance 6S brushless power system, 100+ mph top speed, electric retracts, functional flaps and LED lighting.
The Pilatus PC-21 is used by air forces around the world as an advanced training aircraft. E-flite has recreated its distinctive appearance as a versatile scale model combining impressive detail, outstanding performance and convenient handling.
Its wide flight envelope ranges from surprisingly stable slow flight to fast passes and precise aerobatics. The factory-installed brushless power system is compatible with popular 6S LiPo batteries from 4000 to 7000mAh. With the included five-blade propeller and scale spinner, the PC-21 is capable of level-flight speeds exceeding 100 mph and virtually unlimited vertical performance.
Features:
- Highly detailed and powerful scale model of the Pilatus PC-21
- Wide flight envelope from stable slow flight to precise aerobatics
- Factory-installed 5065-470Kv brushless motor
- Spektrum Avian 100A Smart ESC with telemetry capability
- Compatible with 6S 4000–7000mAh LiPo batteries
- Level-flight speeds exceeding 100 mph with the included five-blade propeller
- Virtually unlimited vertical performance
- Optional-use motor and thrust reversing
- Electric retractable landing gear with shock-absorbing trailing-link struts
- Functional nose gear doors
- Functional flaps with scale hinges and concealed linkages
- LED landing, navigation and anti-collision lights
- Seven factory-installed metal-geared servos
- Precise ball-link control connections
- Scale details including exhaust outlets, antenna details and pilot figures
- Fully painted finish with factory-applied decals
- Durable high-density EPO construction
- Composite and carbon-fibre reinforcements
- Two-piece wing with tool-free connections
- Fast, glue-free assembly
Plug-N-Play Completion Level:
This PNP version includes a factory-installed brushless motor, speed controller, servos, retractable landing gear and lighting system. A suitable full-range transmitter, compatible receiver, 6S LiPo battery and charger are required separately.
After installing and configuring the receiver, only the final assembly steps are required before the PC-21 is ready to fly.
Spektrum Smart Technology:
The factory-installed Spektrum Avian 100A Smart ESC can provide real-time power-system data when used with a compatible receiver and telemetry-capable Spektrum transmitter. Available information includes battery voltage, temperature, motor rpm and more.
Telemetry can be used with both Smart and conventional LiPo batteries. With a suitably equipped transmitter and compatible receiver, optional motor and thrust reversing can also be enabled. This can shorten the rollout after landing and provide additional ground-handling capabilities.
Choose Your Performance:
The powerful brushless system is compatible with popular 6S LiPo batteries from 4000 to 7000mAh. This allows pilots to choose their preferred balance of performance and flight time.
The included five-blade propeller and scale spinner combine an authentic appearance with reduced noise and level-flight speeds exceeding 100 mph. This power-system configuration also provides virtually unlimited vertical performance.
Alternatively, the included two-blade spinner can be used with an optional APC 12x12E propeller. This combination provides even more speed, reduced current consumption and longer flight times.
Strength and Precision:
The aerodynamically optimised airframe is moulded from high-density EPO material. Composite reinforcements and multiple carbon-fibre spars in the wings, fuselage and tail surfaces provide excellent strength and rigidity.
Seven factory-installed metal-geared servos with precise ball-link connections deliver accurate, direct and reliable control, even during high-speed flight.
Functional Features:
The functional flaps feature scale hinges and concealed linkages. They improve low-speed handling and allow shorter take-offs and landings at reduced speeds.
Reinforced flap edges and openings provide additional durability and help protect the painted surface from damage and chipping.
The electric retractable landing gear is equipped with durable, shock-absorbing trailing-link struts. This allows the model to operate from various surfaces including pavement, packed dirt and short grass. Functional nose gear doors further enhance its realistic scale appearance.
Easy Assembly:
No glue is required for assembly. The vertical stabiliser and two-piece wing are secured using a total of eight hex screws and can easily be removed for transport or compact storage.
The horizontal stabilisers click into position without tools or additional fasteners. A convenient top hatch provides easy access to the battery compartment and radio components.
Scale Details:
Landing gear doors, LED landing, navigation and anti-collision lights, exhaust outlets, antenna details, a detailed cockpit and two pilot figures provide an exceptionally authentic appearance.
The model is supplied with a premium fully painted finish and factory-applied decals. Reinforced flap edges and openings provide additional durability and help protect the finish from damage.
Skill Level 4 – Experienced Pilots:
Skill Level 4 aircraft are intended for experienced RC pilots who have already assembled, configured and flown similar models successfully. The PNP version requires the installation and setup of a compatible receiver, which is sold separately.
Experience with fast sport aircraft, 1.2–1.5m warbirds, larger EDF jets or comparable models is recommended. The PC-21 is not suitable as a beginner aircraft or first low-wing model.
Specifications:
- Wingspan: 51.97 in (1320 mm)
- Length: 57 in (1448 mm)
- Weight without battery: 102.19 oz (2897 g)
- Weight with recommended 6S 5000mAh battery: Approx. 127.59 oz (3617 g)
- Material: EPO
- Motor: Brushless 5065-470Kv
- Speed controller: Spektrum Avian 100A Brushless Smart ESC, 3–6S
- Propeller: Five-blade 12 x 12 electric
- Battery compatibility: 6S LiPo
- Recommended flight battery: 6S 4000–7000mAh, 30C or higher, with IC5 connector
- Connector: IC5
- Servos: Seven factory-installed metal-geared servos
- Retractable landing gear: Electric, included
- Flaps: Yes
- Lighting: LED landing, navigation and anti-collision lights
- Centre of gravity: 105–119 mm behind the wing leading edge at the fuselage
- Required radio: Full-range transmitter with at least six channels
- Completion level: Plug-N-Play
- Estimated assembly time: Less than one hour
- Skill level: Level 4
Required to Complete:
- Full-range transmitter with at least six channels
- Compatible receiver with at least six channels
- 6S 4000–7000mAh LiPo battery rated at 30C or higher with IC5 connector
- Suitable LiPo battery charger
Box Contents:
- E-flite Pilatus PC-21 1.3m PNP
- Factory-installed 5065-470Kv brushless motor
- Factory-installed Spektrum Avian 100A Smart ESC
- Seven factory-installed metal-geared servos
- Electric retractable landing gear
- Five-blade propeller with scale spinner
- Two-blade spinner for use with an optional APC 12x12E propeller
- Instruction manual
