- Model: E-flite Night Vapor UMX
- Part Number: Z-EFLU1385
- Component Type: Airframe (Fuselage)
- Aircraft Category: Ultra-Micro (UMX)
- Power System: Brushed Motor
- Battery Compatibility: 1S LiPo (3.7 Volt)
- Recommended Battery Examples: 70mAh 1S, 150mAh 1S
- Motor Type: Brushed DC Motor
- Propulsion: Direct drive via gearbox and propeller
- Airframe Material: Precision moulded construction
- Compatible Wing Options: Main Wing with Lights (EFLU1382), standard wing configurations
- Compatible Tail Components: Horizontal Stabiliser (EFLU1383), Rudder (EFLU1384), Tail Skid (EFLU1376)
- Compatible Landing Gear: EFLU1381
- Compatible Motor: EFLU1377 Main Motor
- Compatible Gearbox: EFLU1379 (without motor), EFLU1380 (with shaft and gear)
- Compatible Propeller Options: EFLU1375, EFLUP14045 (140mm x 45mm)
- Compatible Battery Holder: EFLU1386
- Compatible Flight Controller Mount: EFLU1387
- Compatible Wing Struts: EFLU1388 Wing Strut Set
- Compatible Control Linkages: EFLU1378 Pushrod Set
- Compatible Electronics: Spektrum Control Board (SPMA3181), receiver/servo bricks, LED light controllers
- Mounting Points: Motor integration, servo mounting, battery compartment, electronics housing
- Flight Control Integration: Designed for receiver/servo brick systems, flight controller compatibility
- Optional Equipment Support: Compatible with LED light sets and controllers
- Radio System Compatibility: Spektrum systems
Overview
The E-flite Night Vapor UMX Airframe (Z-EFLU1385) is the essential fuselage component for repairing or rebuilding your ultra-lightweight RC aircraft. As a dedicated spare part for the Night Vapor UMX platform, this airframe represents E-flite's commitment to keeping your RC model flying for years to come. Whether you've experienced a heavy landing, a hangar mishap, or simply want to refresh your aircraft with a complete structural rebuild, this genuine E-flite airframe provides the foundation you need to get back in the air quickly and safely.
Designed specifically for the Night Vapor UMX model, this airframe integrates seamlessly with all compatible Night Vapor variants and accessories. The Night Vapor UMX is renowned in the RC hobby community as an exceptional ultra-micro aircraft, perfect for indoor flying enthusiasts, experienced pilots seeking a challenging compact flyer, and anyone looking for a high-quality ready-to-fly RC aircraft option. The availability of genuine spare parts like this airframe demonstrates E-flite's dedication to supporting hobbyists throughout the lifespan of their models, making it an excellent choice for RC enthusiasts across the UK who demand reliability and authenticity in their spare parts.
At RC Model Shop, we maintain comprehensive stocks of E-flite Night Vapor UMX spares and components to ensure you can get back flying without lengthy delays. This airframe is just one of many essential parts we keep in stock, from wings and tailplanes to motors, servos, and electronic components, allowing you to tackle everything from simple repairs to complete aircraft overhauls with confidence.
Key Features
- Genuine E-flite Component — This is an authentic E-flite airframe manufactured to the exact specifications of the original part, ensuring perfect fit and compatibility with all Night Vapor UMX models and accessories. Using genuine parts protects your investment and maintains the structural integrity and performance characteristics of your aircraft.
- Night Vapor UMX Specific Design — Purpose-built for the Night Vapor UMX platform, this airframe incorporates all the engineering and design features that make the Night Vapor such an exceptional ultra-micro aircraft. The precision-engineered fuselage structure provides the rigidity needed for reliable flight performance whilst maintaining the lightweight characteristics essential to the UMX category.
- Complete Structural Solution — This airframe component serves as the central fuselage structure of your aircraft, housing the flight control systems, battery compartments, and motor mounting points. It is the critical structural element upon which all other components depend, making it essential for any serious rebuild or restoration project.
- Compatible with Night Vapor UMX Variants — Whether you operate a Night Vapor UMX RTF (Ready-to-Fly) model, BNF Basic (Bind-and-Fly) version, or custom-built configuration, this airframe provides the fuselage foundation needed. It integrates with genuine E-flite wings, stabilisers, rudders, landing gear, and electronic components available as companion spare parts.
- Support for Electronics Integration — The airframe provides mounting points and integration pathways for the Night Vapor's receiver/servo bricks, flight controller systems, battery holders, and LED light controllers, allowing you to fully equip your aircraft with all optional systems and upgrades available in the E-flite Night Vapor ecosystem.
Technical Performance
The E-flite Night Vapor UMX Airframe represents ultra-micro aircraft engineering at its finest, engineered to deliver the lightweight performance and structural reliability that defines the UMX category of radio-controlled aircraft. This fuselage component incorporates precision-moulded construction techniques that balance weight reduction with structural rigidity, essential characteristics for indoor flying performance and durability through repeated flight cycles. The airframe accommodates the Night Vapor's brushed motor system and gearbox assembly, designed to work in harmony with 1S LiPo battery systems that power these ultra-efficient aircraft. The fuselage structure includes dedicated mounting points for the main motor assembly, propeller shaft with gear, landing gear systems, and all servo and control components necessary for full three-axis flight control. E-flite's commitment to modular design means this airframe works seamlessly with companion components including main wings with integrated lights, horizontal stabilisers, rudders, wing struts, tail skids, and battery holders, all available as genuine spare parts. The construction methodology ensures compatibility with Spektrum control board systems and receiver/servo brick configurations that define the Night Vapor platform. For hobbyists undertaking repairs or rebuilds, this genuine airframe represents the most straightforward path to restoring your aircraft to factory specifications and flight-ready condition, whether you are patching up after a gentle scrape or conducting a full structural refresh of your ultra-light RC favourite.
What's in the Box
- E-flite Night Vapor UMX Airframe (fuselage component)
What You Need to Complete
- Main Wing with Lights (EFLU1382) — Essential wing component for flight
- Horizontal Stabiliser (EFLU1383) — Tail stabilisation component
- Rudder (EFLU1384) — Directional control surface
- Landing Gear (EFLU1381) — Undercarriage for ground handling
- Main Motor (EFLU1377) — Brushed motor for propulsion
- Gearbox with Motor Shaft (EFLU1379 or EFLU1380) — Power transmission system
- Propeller with Spinner (EFLU1375 or EFLUP14045) — Thrust generation
- Battery Holder (EFLU1386) — Mounting for 1S LiPo battery
- Flight Controller Mount (EFLU1387) — Electronics integration point
- Wing Strut Set (EFLU1388) — Structural bracing for wing
- Pushrod Set (EFLU1378) — Control linkages for surfaces
- 1S LiPo Battery (3.7 volt) — Power source, such as EFLB0701S 70mAh or equivalent
- Battery Charger — Compact 1S charging solution such as the EFLC1008 Micro USB Charger
- Spektrum Radio System — Transmitter and receiver for control
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the E-flite Night Vapor UMX Airframe used for? — The airframe is the central fuselage component of the Night Vapor UMX aircraft. It serves as the structural foundation to which all other components attach, including wings, tail surfaces, motors, servos, electronics, and battery systems. You would order this part if your existing airframe has suffered damage from a crash or hard landing, or if you wish to undertake a complete structural rebuild of your aircraft using genuine E-flite components.
- Is this airframe compatible with all Night Vapor UMX models? — Yes, this airframe is designed to work with Night Vapor UMX RTF (Ready-to-Fly), BNF Basic (Bind-and-Fly), and other Night Vapor UMX variants. It provides the central fuselage structure compatible with all official E-flite Night Vapor UMX accessories and components. As with all E-flite Night Vapor spares, it is recommended to match part numbers to your specific variant and check UMX compatibility in the product notes before ordering.
- What battery does the Night Vapor UMX use? — The Night Vapor UMX operates on 1S LiPo battery systems, specifically 3.7 volt batteries. E-flite offers several compatible options including the EFLB0701S 70mAh 1S 14C LiPo battery. These compact batteries deliver the lightweight, high-rate discharge power essential to ultra-micro aircraft performance. A compatible charger such as the EFLC1008 Micro 1S USB Charger or Spektrum Smart Micro charging solutions completes the power system.
- What components do I need alongside this airframe to rebuild my Night Vapor? — To complete a full Night Vapor UMX rebuild using this airframe, you will need a comprehensive selection of genuine E-flite components including the main wing with lights, horizontal stabiliser, rudder, landing gear, main motor, gearbox, propeller, battery holder, flight controller mount, wing strut set, and pushrods. RC Model Shop stocks all these components as individual spare parts. You will also require a 1S LiPo battery, battery charger, and Spektrum radio system to achieve full flight readiness.
- How quickly can I get this airframe? — Delivery timescales are displayed on the product page. At RC Model Shop, we maintain generous stock levels of popular E-flite Night Vapor spares, and next-day delivery is available across the UK for in-stock items. If an item shows as out of stock, you can view the expected restock date and pre-order to secure your part.
- Can I repair the airframe if it develops small cracks? — Depending on damage severity, minor cracks in the fuselage may be repairable with careful adhesive work. However, for structural damage affecting flight control mounting points, motor integration, or overall rigidity, replacement with a genuine airframe is strongly recommended to ensure safe flight performance and proper component integration. E-flite Night Vapor UMX spare components are priced competitively to make rebuilds cost-effective.
- What makes E-flite spares better than generic alternatives? — Genuine E-flite components are engineered and manufactured to exact specifications matching your aircraft's original design. They ensure proper fit with other Night Vapor components, maintain structural integrity and weight distribution, and integrate seamlessly with E-flite's ecosystem of compatible accessories. Using genuine parts protects your investment, maintains resale value, and ensures your aircraft performs as designed.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the EFL Airframe: Night Vapor Z-EFLU1385 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
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