Cherokee 1.3m BNF Brushless Basic W With AS3X

The revolutionary PA-28 Cherokee began rolling off a brand-new Vero Beach, Florida assembly line in the early 1960s. Its simple design and smooth handling made it a popular light aircraft for successful flight training and personal use. Since then, over 32,000 Cherokees and variants have been built making it the fourth-most-produced airplane in the world. The E-flite® Cherokee 1.3m scale model is a tribute to the general aviation classic that features realistic scale details including functional navigation lights, flaps, a full-flying stabilator and more, plus 3S and 4S LiPo compatibility and incredible handling any RC pilot can appreciate.

The E-flite® Cherokee 1.3m scale model celebrates the classic design of the legendary full-scale PA-28 with an accurate outline, a long list of scale details, modern-day convenience features, plus fantastic power and flight performance that makes flying fun. An abundance of scale details including panel lines, rivets, corrugated control surfaces, a pilot figure and more highlight the authentic appearance, while functional features including factory-installed LED lights, a shock-absorbing nose strut and large wheels add to the flight experience. The plug-in wing panels are equipped with a convenient hands-free servo connection system and include operational slotted flaps for shorter take offs and landings, plus improved slow-flight handling. No glue is required for assembly of the lightweight, carbon-fiber reinforced EPO airframe so you can be flying in less time than it takes to charge a battery. An extremely large top hatch offers easy access to the electronics and the battery mounting area with plenty of space to fit a 3S or 4S 2200–3200mAh battery, while the high-power brushless motor and 50-amp ESC deliver better-than-scale power. It all adds up to a scale marvel that delivers incredible handling and fantastic flight performance for shooting smooth touch and goes, rock-solid low and high speed cruising, and even for performing aerobatics—all in a single model that you’ll be proud to own.

• A scale replica of a modern general-aviation classic
• Incredibly smooth flight performance making it the perfect choice for a first low-wing or scale model
• High-power 3S and 4S compatible brushless motor and 50-amp ESC
• Spektrum™ 6-channel receiver with industry-leading DSMX® technology
• Unmatched stability and precision of AS3X® technology for smoother flight performance
• Easy to fly with optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope protection
• Abundant scale detail including panel lines, rivets, corrugated control surfaces, pilot figure and more
• Functional shock-absorbing nose strut and large wheels for operation from a variety of surfaces
• Factory-installed LED navigation lights, strobes, beacon and landing lights for added realism
• Operational flaps for shorter take offs and landings plus improved slow-flight performance
• Two-piece plug-in wing panels featuring a convenient hands-free servo connection system for the servos and lights
• Unique and scale full-flying horizontal stabilator
• Extremely large top hatch for easy access to the battery mounting area and electronics
• Lightweight and durable carbon-fiber reinforced EPO construction
• No glue required for assembly–can be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery

Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour

Charger: Not Included

Completion Level: Bind-N-Fly Basic

Flaps: Yes

Flying Weight: 1550 grams (54.5 oz)

Landing Gear: Yes

Length: 1040.0mm (41.0 in)

Material: EPO Foam

Minimum Required Radio: 6+ channel transmitter

Motor Size: 10 BL Outrunner

Recommended Motor Battery: 2200 mAh 3 cell LiPo

Servos: SPMSA330R – 9 Gram Servo Reversed

Trimscheme Colors: Silver/Red/White

Wing Area: 472.0 Sq in (30.4 Sq Dm)

Wingspan: 1310.0mm (51.5 in)

Bind-N-Fly Completion Level Advantage:
This Bind-N-Fly® Basic model is equipped with an AS3X® (Artificial Stabilization–3-aXis) receiver that works behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of wind and turbulence. The result is a sense of stability and precision that makes you feel like you’re flying a larger and expertly tuned aircraft.
If this is your first low-wing or scale airplane, or you want an extra margin of safety while familiarizing yourself with the airplane, you can enable the optional-use SAFE® Select technology built into the receiver. No programming is required. Simply change up the binding sequence as directed in the manual.

With SAFE Select features enabled, you get:
Pitch and Bank Angle Limits – These envelope limits keep the airplane from rolling or pitching upside down. They also prevent excessive climb or dive angles.
Automatic Self-Leveling – The airplane instantly returns to and holds level flight when the sticks are released and in the center position.
Easy Switch Assignment-No Programming Required – The simple procedure for assigning a transmitter switch to turn SAFE Select features on and off doesn’t require any programming and takes just a few seconds.
If you don’t want to enable the SAFE Select features, just bind the receiver normally and it will function like a standard AS3X receiver.

Scale Detail:
The Cherokee 1.3m is designed to intricately replicate the full-scale aircraft with a long list of scale details. Molded in panel lines, rivets, corrugated control surfaces and other details will impress a wide range of sport and scale modelers. Clear cabin windows, seatbacks, a pilot figure and instrument panel add to the authentic appearance that’s complemented by a classic yet modern trim scheme found on John Bradley’s full-scale PA-28 (N3713K).

Functional Authenticity:
An accurate scale outline captures the iconic shape of the Cherokee including the constant chord wing that’s equipped with operational slotted flaps to deliver improved low-speed handling, shorter take offs and slower landings. The unique full-flying stabilator (stabilizer/elevator) offers authentic pitch control while the functional shock-absorbing nose strut and large wheels make it possible to fly from a wide variety of surfaces. And factory-installed LED lighting, including navigation lights, strobes on the wing tips, a tail beacon and landing lights, add to the realism and authenticity.

3S and 4S Compatibility:
The factory-installed high-power brushless outrunner motor and 50-amp ESC deliver better-than-scale power when used with a 3S 2200–3200mAh LiPo battery. Or you can install a 4S battery for added power and performance—no modifications or upgrades required.

Durable Design:
Construction with carbon-fiber reinforced, molded EPO material makes it possible to replicate complex surface detail in a lightweight yet durable airframe. The end result is an outstanding scale appearance that’s easy to maintain while delivering the best flight experience possible.

Easy Assembly:
The Cherokee 1.3m is engineered so that no glue is required to complete final assembly, and so you can have it flying in less time than it takes to charge a battery. It’s also engineered for easy transport and storage with plug-in wings that feature a convenient hands-free servo and LED connection system so you don’t need to fumble with wires or connectors.