Overview
The E-flite P-51D Mustang 1.2m BNF Basic is a meticulously detailed scale replica of one of history's most iconic fighter aircraft. This updated and upgraded full-house warbird combines authentic period styling with modern RC technology, making it the perfect choice for intermediate to advanced pilots seeking a serious yet accessible brushless RC plane for the UK market. Whether you're an experienced RC enthusiast looking to add a legendary warbird to your collection, or a dedicated scale flyer wanting to experience the performance and handling characteristics of this legendary thoroughbred, the P-51D Mustang delivers outstanding appeal both in the air and on the ground. The 1.2 metre wingspan provides an ideal balance between manageable size for transport and storage whilst maintaining impressive scale presence and stable flight characteristics.
This particular model is finished in the iconic "Cripes A'Mighty 3rd" trim scheme, honouring George E. Preddy Jr., the top P-51 Mustang ace during World War II who downed six enemy aircraft in a single day. The factory-applied paint scheme captures authentic period detail, whilst scale features including functional electric retracts with realistic strut covers, operational flaps, a four-blade propeller, pilot figure, and intricately moulded panel lines elevate the authenticity of your flying experience. The ready-to-fly RC warbird arrives as a Bind-N-Fly Basic model, meaning the power system, receiver, ESC and all control servos are pre-installed and factory-tested, allowing you to focus on binding your transmitter and enjoying immediate flight time rather than spending hours on assembly.
The P-51D Mustang is equally at home performing graceful scale-like circuits at realistic speeds or delivering spirited high-speed passes and unlimited vertical aerobatics. The specially tuned brushless motor and lightweight, durable composite-reinforced EPO construction mean this aircraft delivers outstanding performance whether you're flying smooth, realistic warbird manoeuvres or pushing the envelope with aggressive sport flying. With both 3S and 4S LiPo battery compatibility built into the factory-installed power system, you get abundant thrust for scale flying on 3S, or impressive speed and vertical performance on 4S — all without requiring any modifications or component upgrades.
Key Features
- Full-House Control with Six Channels — The aircraft comes equipped with six factory-installed micro servos providing complete control authority over flaps, retracts, throttle, rudder, elevator and aileron, giving you the versatility to fly in multiple styles from graceful scale circuits to aggressive aerobatics.
- Spektrum Avian 70A Smart Lite ESC with Real-Time Telemetry — The integrated 70-amp Smart ESC delivers live telemetry data including motor RPM, battery voltage, current draw and more directly to compatible Spektrum transmitters and receivers, allowing you to monitor your aircraft's power system performance throughout every flight.
- AS3X Stabilisation Technology — Advanced Artificial Stabilization–3-aXis technology works continuously behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of wind and turbulence, delivering a locked-in feel that makes the 1.2m aircraft handle as smoothly as a much larger, expertly tuned warbird.
- SAFE Select Flight Envelope Protection (Optional) — Switchable in seconds with no complex programming required, SAFE Select adds pitch and bank angle limits and automatic self-levelling, making this brushless RC plane approachable for intermediate pilots whilst remaining accessible for advanced aviators who may choose to disable these features entirely.
- Functional Electric Retracts with Scale Strut Covers — The operational electric landing gear retracts smoothly during flight whilst featuring realistic scale-accurate strut covers and detailed wheel/tyre assemblies that elevate the authenticity of your warbird experience.
- Functional Flaps for Enhanced Flight Performance — Operational flaps enable shorter take-offs and landings, improved slow-speed handling, and more realistic warbird flying characteristics, giving you greater control versatility whether performing scale manoeuvres or managing approaches and landings.
- Four-Blade Propeller — The factory-installed four-blade prop contributes to the scale appearance and provides optimised thrust characteristics across the aircraft's flight envelope.
- Spektrum AR631 6-Channel Receiver with DSMX Technology — The integrated receiver features industry-leading DSMX digital transmission technology with industry-standard 2.4 GHz frequency operation, full-range flight telemetry capabilities, and binding compatibility with popular Spektrum DXS transmitters.
- Specialised Dual Battery Voltage Compatibility — The tuned brushless motor and ESC are factory-optimised to operate across both 3S 11.1V and 4S 14.8V LiPo batteries without modification, with 3S configurations offering abundant thrust for scale flying and 4S delivering higher speed performance with unlimited vertical capability.
- BNF Basic Completion Level — All power system components, receiver and servos arrive pre-installed and factory-tested, requiring only transmitter binding, battery installation and minimal final assembly to achieve flight-ready status in less than one hour.
- Lightweight Composite-Reinforced EPO Airframe — The durable foam construction with composite reinforcement delivers outstanding strength-to-weight ratio, contributing to impressive climb performance and responsive handling whilst remaining robust enough to withstand the demands of intermediate and advanced flying.
- Glue-Free Assembly Design — The airframe is engineered for rapid, tool-free assembly without requiring any adhesive, allowing you to achieve flight-ready status in less time than it takes to charge a battery.
- Removable Wing for Transport and Storage — Although the aircraft fits fully assembled into most vehicles, the one-piece wing can be rapidly removed and reinstalled without tools, providing additional convenience for travel and storage.
- Scale Detail and Historic Trim Scheme — The factory-applied "Cripes A'Mighty 3rd" paint scheme authentically represents the legendary P-51 Mustang flown by ace George E. Preddy Jr., complemented by moulded panel lines, pilot figure, and period-accurate colours that celebrate aviation history.
- BL15 850Kv Brushless Motor — The factory-installed specialised outrunner brushless motor delivers smooth, reliable power with exceptional efficiency across the recommended battery voltage range.
Technical Performance
The E-flite P-51D Mustang 1.2m represents a sophisticated balance of authentic scale design and modern RC engineering. The airframe spans 1219 millimetres (47.99 inches) with an overall length of 1065 millimetres (41.93 inches) and weighs 1358 grammes (47.9 ounces) without battery, achieving an impressive strength-to-weight ratio through its lightweight composite-reinforced EPO foam construction. The power system centres on a BL15 850Kv brushless outrunner motor paired with the Spektrum Avian 70A Smart Lite ESC, a sophisticated electronic speed controller rated to handle 70 amps continuous current draw and offering real-time telemetry integration with compatible radio systems. This combination delivers abundant thrust with 3S 11.1 volt LiPo batteries (2200–3200 mAh capacity recommended), providing smooth scale-flight performance, whilst the 4S 14.8 volt configuration enables higher speed performance and unlimited vertical capability without requiring any component modifications or ESC programming changes. The factory-installed 10.5 x 8 x 4 propeller and 2.95 inch (75 millimetre) spinner are optimised for this power system's output characteristics. Six micro servos provide full control authority over aileron, elevator, rudder, throttle, flaps and retractable landing gear, with the gear assembly featuring authentic scale strut covers and realistic wheel and tyre components. The Spektrum AR631 receiver incorporates DSMX technology operating on the industry-standard 2.4 GHz frequency band with full-range flight telemetry capabilities and compatibility with six-channel and seven-plus channel Spektrum transmitters, whilst the integrated AS3X stabilisation system continuously monitors aircraft attitude across three axes and applies corrective servo inputs to maintain locked-in stability through wind and turbulence. Optional-use SAFE Select technology adds switchable pitch and bank angle envelope limits plus automatic self-levelling. The airframe requires no adhesive for assembly and achieves flight-ready status in less than sixty minutes, with the removable wing accommodating easy transport and storage without requiring complete disassembly.
What's in the Box
- E-flite P-51D Mustang 1.2m airframe
- Spektrum Avian 70A Brushless Smart Lite ESC (factory-installed)
- BL15 850Kv brushless outrunner motor (factory-installed)
- Six micro servos (factory-installed)
- Spektrum AR631 6-channel receiver (factory-installed)
- Product manual and assembly instructions
What You Need to Complete
- Full-range 6–7+ channel Spektrum DSMX or DSM2 compatible transmitter (not included)
- 3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V LiPo battery pack (2200–3200 mAh capacity recommended) with EC3 or IC3 connector
- Compatible LiPo battery charger
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the E-flite P-51D Mustang 1.2m suitable for beginners? — This aircraft is classified as Skill Level 2–3, making it best suited for intermediate to advanced pilots with prior RC experience. However, the included SAFE Select flight envelope protection technology provides pitch and bank angle limits and automatic self-levelling, which can make the aircraft more approachable for pilots gaining confidence with full-house warbirds. If you're new to RC flying, consider starting with a dedicated trainer aircraft first.
- What battery does the P-51D Mustang require? — The aircraft accepts either 3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V LiPo batteries in the 2200–3200 mAh capacity range, with EC3 or IC3 connectors. 3S configurations deliver abundant thrust for smooth scale flying, whilst 4S provides higher speed performance and unlimited vertical capability. No ESC reprogramming is required when switching between voltage configurations.
- How long does assembly take? — Approximately less than one hour. The aircraft uses glue-free assembly and comes with all major components pre-installed including the motor, ESC, receiver and servos, allowing you to focus on final airframe assembly rather than spending extensive time on construction.
- What transmitter does this aircraft require? — You'll need a full-range 6–7+ channel Spektrum DSMX or DSM2 compatible transmitter. The aircraft is compatible with Spektrum DXS transmitters commonly included with many popular E-flite and HobbyZone trainer aircraft, as well as other Spektrum radio systems including DX6e, DX8e, DX6 G2/G3, DX8 G2, DX9, NX6, NX8, NX10, iX12, iX14 and iX20 systems.
- Can I enable and disable SAFE Select? — Yes, SAFE Select technology is optional and can be enabled or disabled by following a different binding sequence outlined in the product manual. If you bind the receiver using the standard binding procedure, only AS3X stabilisation will be active and SAFE Select will be disabled. If you prefer envelope protection features, simply follow the manual's SAFE Select binding instructions to enable the feature.
- What is the difference between BNF Basic and other completion levels? — BNF Basic models include all components necessary for flight except transmitter, battery and charger. The receiver features AS3X stabilisation with optional SAFE Select, making this an ideal choice for existing Spektrum radio owners seeking a full-house warbird without the additional cost of purchasing an integrated radio system.
- Does this aircraft include telemetry capability? — Yes, the Spektrum Avian 70A Smart Lite ESC provides real-time power system telemetry including motor RPM, battery voltage and current draw, transmitted directly to compatible Spektrum receivers and transmitters including DX6e, DX8e, DX6 G2/G3, DX8 G2, DX9, NX6, NX8, NX10, iX12, iX14 and iX20 systems. This allows you to monitor your aircraft's performance throughout every flight.
- Is the landing gear functional? — Yes, the aircraft features operational electric retracts with scale-accurate strut covers, wheels and realistic tyres. The retracts operate during normal flight control and contribute to the scale flying experience.
- Can I perform aerobatics with this aircraft? — Absolutely. Whilst the P-51D Mustang excels at graceful scale-like flying, the powerful brushless motor and lightweight airframe make it fully capable of high-speed passes and unlimited vertical aerobatics, particularly when powered by 4S LiPo batteries. This versatility makes it suitable for both scale enthusiasts and sport flyers.
- What is the wingspan and how does it affect storage? — The aircraft features a 1219 millimetre (47.99 inch) wingspan, making it large enough for impressive scale presence whilst remaining compact enough to transport and store in most vehicles when fully assembled. The removable wing can be quickly detached and reattached without tools for even greater convenience.
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