Overview
The E-flite Carbon-Z T-28 Trojan 2.0m BNF Basic is one of the most impressive large-scale electric RC aircraft available in the UK today. This updated and upgraded version of the legendary Carbon-Z T-28 delivers true giant-scale presence with remarkable everyday ease, making it an outstanding choice for intermediate to experienced RC pilots who want an authentic warbird experience without the complexity of traditional large-scale models. With a wingspan of nearly 2 metres and weighing just 4.7 kg, this RC plane combines the durability of modern foam construction with the performance characteristics of much larger traditional aircraft.
Whether you're looking for your first giant-scale warbird or seeking an impressive addition to an existing collection of brushless RC aircraft, the Carbon-Z T-28 Trojan stands apart from other large-scale RC planes available to UK enthusiasts. The fully painted finish in vibrant yellow, complete with included decals for personalisation, gives this model an unmistakable presence on the flight line. Thanks to its legendary flight performance and forgiving handling characteristics, even pilots with limited large-scale experience can take to the skies with confidence, while the optional SAFE Select flight envelope protection system provides an additional safety margin during familiarisation flights.
This Bind-N-Fly Basic model comes factory-equipped with a Spektrum Avian 70A Smart ESC, brushless motor, seven metal-geared servos, and a six-channel receiver, meaning you need only add a compatible transmitter, battery and charger to enjoy hours of authentic flying pleasure. The convenient top-mounted battery hatch accommodates 6S LiPo batteries from 3200mAh to 7000mAh, allowing you to tailor flight performance and duration to your preferences—from quick sport flights to extended 10–15+ minute sessions.
Key Features
- Updated Smart Electronics — The factory-installed Spektrum Avian 70A Brushless Smart Lite ESC provides real-time telemetry data including motor RPM, current draw, battery voltage and more, allowing you to monitor your power system performance live during flight via compatible Spektrum transmitters for safer and more informed flight operations.
- AS3X Stabilisation Technology — Artificial Stabilisation–3-aXis (AS3X) technology works invisibly in the background to smooth out the destabilising effects of wind and turbulence, delivering a locked-in feel that makes this large 2-metre aircraft handle like a much bigger plane with expert tuning already dialled in.
- Optional SAFE Select Flight Envelope Protection — Available at the flip of a switch, SAFE Select adds pitch and bank angle limits to prevent excessive attitudes, combined with automatic self-levelling for added confidence during takeoffs and landings—perfect for building your skills with large-scale models.
- More Durable and Reliable Retracts — The improved electric retract units featuring scale-like strut covers and doors are more robust than previous generations, ensuring reliable gear operation flight after flight while maintaining authentic scale appearance.
- LED Navigation and Landing Lights — Factory-installed functional LED lighting for navigation and landing lights enhances the scale experience, particularly during early morning and late evening flying sessions, and adds authentic detail that brings this classic warbird to life.
- Seven Metal-Geared Servos — Factory-installed high-quality metal-geared servos deliver precise and reliable control for all flight surfaces, ensuring crisp response and durability through countless flights of intensive flying.
- Functional Flaps — Operational flap surfaces enable shorter takeoffs and landings while improving slow-speed performance, giving you greater control over your landing envelope and more flexibility in the types of flying you can safely perform.
- Carbon-Z Composite Construction — Composite-reinforced EPO foam construction creates an airframe that is simultaneously lightweight yet incredibly durable, combining the rigidity of traditional wood construction with the strength and ease of repair offered by modern foam materials.
- Two-Piece Wing Design — The two-piece wing and stabs disassemble without glue, making storage and transport straightforward for UK RC pilots, whilst assembly takes less than one hour with no adhesives required.
- Wide-Stance Tricycle Gear — The wide landing gear stance with steerable nosewheel provides stable ground handling, making taxiing, takeoffs and landings predictable and manageable even for pilots stepping up to large-scale aircraft.
- Full-Range Spektrum DSMX Receiver — The factory-installed Spektrum AR637TA six-channel receiver features industry-leading DSMX 2.4GHz technology with full-range capability, ensuring rock-solid connection and compatibility with virtually all modern Spektrum transmitters available in the UK.
- Flexible Battery Compatibility — The convenient top hatch accepts 6S LiPo batteries ranging from 3200mAh to 7000mAh, allowing you to choose between crisp performance with lighter batteries or extended flight times exceeding 15 minutes with maximum capacity packs.
- Fully Painted Premium Finish — Unlike unpainted models, the T-28 arrives completely finished in a vibrant yellow scheme with included decals for customisation, eliminating the need for painting and allowing you to start flying immediately after assembly.
Technical Performance
The Carbon-Z T-28 Trojan 2.0m represents a masterclass in large-scale RC aircraft engineering, combining cutting-edge technology with proven aerodynamic design. At 1980mm wingspan and 1620mm length, this is one of the largest foam warbird aircraft available, yet the EPO composite construction keeps weight to just 4729 grammes, resulting in excellent wing loading and handling characteristics that belie its size. The 60BL brushless outrunner motor rated at 500Kv is paired with a 14.75 x 10 propeller and the Spektrum Avian 70A ESC, a sophisticated Smart-enabled speed controller that monitors and reports critical power system parameters in real-time. This power system is optimised for 6S LiPo battery operation in the 3200–7000mAh range (22.2V nominal), providing flexibility in flight performance—a 3200mAh pack keeps wing loading low and handling sharp for sport flying, whilst the maximum 7000mAh configuration extends flight time substantially for long-duration cruising. Assembly is remarkably straightforward for an aircraft of this calibre, requiring less than one hour with no glue assembly required thanks to the two-piece wing and stab design. Seven factory-installed metal-geared servos ensure precise control actuation across all surfaces, whilst the included AR637TA receiver delivers full-range operation with full telemetry integration on compatible transmitters. The retract system, improved for durability in this latest version, operates reliably flight after flight, and the functional flap system provides meaningful performance enhancement for takeoff and landing operations. Build quality throughout is exceptional, with scale details including a detailed cockpit with instrument panel, pilot figure, and radiator-detailed cowling that together create an authentic military trainer appearance that stands out on any RC flying field.
What's in the Box
- E-flite Carbon-Z T-28 Trojan 2.0m airframe
- Spektrum Avian 70A Brushless Smart Lite ESC (factory-installed)
- Brushless outrunner motor 60BL 500Kv (factory-installed)
- Seven metal-geared servos (factory-installed)
- Spektrum AR637TA six-channel receiver with AS3X and SAFE Select (factory-installed)
- Product manual with assembly and operation instructions
What You Need to Complete
- Full-range 6–8+ channel Spektrum DSMX or DSM2 compatible transmitter (sold separately)
- 6S 22.2V LiPo battery, 3200–7000mAh capacity, with EC5 or IC5 connector (sold separately)
- Compatible LiPo battery charger (sold separately)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the E-flite Carbon-Z T-28 Trojan suitable for intermediate RC pilots stepping up to large-scale aircraft? — Yes, absolutely. Classified as Skill Level 2 (Next Step After Trainer), the T-28 is specifically designed as the ideal first giant-scale warbird for pilots who have mastered smaller trainer aircraft and are ready to graduate to larger models. The rock-solid handling, forgiving flight characteristics, and optional SAFE Select flight envelope protection make it confidence-inspiring even as you transition to a much larger aircraft. Many pilots successfully fly the T-28 as their first large-scale model.
- What battery does the Carbon-Z T-28 Trojan need and how long can I fly on one charge? — The model requires a 6S LiPo battery (22.2V nominal) in the 3200–7000mAh range with either EC5 or IC5 connector. A 3200mAh battery provides sharp, responsive performance ideal for sport flying, whilst a 5000mAh battery offers excellent balance between weight and duration, and the maximum 7000mAh capacity extends flight time to 10–15+ minutes for long-duration flying. The convenient top hatch makes battery swaps quick and straightforward.
- What is the difference between the T-28 and other large-scale RC aircraft available in the UK? — The Carbon-Z T-28 Trojan 2.0m is one of the first and largest fully moulded foam warbird models ever produced, offering unmatched convenience and flight performance compared to similarly-sized traditional wood construction aircraft. The latest version features upgraded Smart electronics with telemetry, more durable retracts, functional LED lighting, and a fully painted premium finish out of the box. The exclusive AS3X stabilisation and optional SAFE Select envelope protection are not available on traditional large-scale aircraft, making this an incredibly capable and forgiving large-scale platform.
- Does the T-28 come with a transmitter and battery? — No, the BNF Basic model comes factory-equipped with the receiver, ESC, motor, servos and all airframe components, but you need to separately purchase a compatible Spektrum DSMX or DSM2 transmitter (full-range 6–8+ channel minimum), a 6S LiPo battery with appropriate connector, and a LiPo charger. RC Model Shop offers convenient completion packages that bundle these items together for easy purchasing.
- What makes the Spektrum Avian Smart ESC better than standard speed controllers? — The Spektrum Avian Smart Lite 70A ESC provides real-time telemetry data including motor RPM, current draw, battery voltage and cell balancing information, allowing you to monitor your power system performance live during flight via compatible AirWare-equipped Spektrum transmitters. This telemetry is invaluable for optimising flight time, understanding power system health, and making informed decisions about future modifications. Standard non-Smart ESCs lack this capability entirely.
- Can I use SAFE Select and AS3X together or do I choose one? — Both technologies work together seamlessly. AS3X stabilisation is always active, smoothing wind and turbulence effects. SAFE Select flight envelope protection can be enabled or disabled at the flip of a transmitter switch without any complex programming—if you prefer to fly without it, simply bind the receiver normally and only AS3X will be active. This flexibility means you can enable SAFE Select for confidence-building flights and disable it when you're ready for unrestricted flying.
- How long does assembly take and what tools do I need? — Assembly requires less than one hour and requires no glue thanks to the two-piece wing and stab design. Basic hand tools are all you need. The straightforward assembly process makes the T-28 accessible even to pilots new to large-scale aircraft, though the manual provides comprehensive step-by-step guidance.
- What is the Bind-N-Fly Basic completion level? — Bind-N-Fly Basic means the aircraft comes factory-equipped with the receiver, ESC, motor and servos pre-installed and tested, so you need only bind the receiver to your transmitter and complete final assembly. This eliminates the complexity and potential errors of self-installing electronics whilst keeping the cost lower than RTR models that include transmitter and battery.
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 Carbon-Z T-28 Trojan 2.0m BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Selec A-EFL013550 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.
