Product Details
The E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m is a scale replica of one of the most unique and recognizable aircraft designs of all time! It offers incredible scale detail, modern conveniences, features, and technologies to deliver a flying experience you simply can't get with any other model.
Key Features
- A scale replica of the unique Golden Age icon with modern features and technologies, plus capabilities and performance
- Specially tuned motor compatible with popular 4S 3200-5000mAh batteries to deliver excellent performance and flight times
- 70-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC provides real-time battery voltage, current, RPM, and other data via compatible receivers and transmitters
- Four factory-installed digital and metal-geared servos for precise and reliable control
- Fast and easy bolt-together assembly - no glue or special tools required
In The Box
- E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m with:
- (1) Spektrum Brushless Outrunner Motor (installed)
- (1) Spektrum Digital, Metal-Geared Servos (installed)
- (4) Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite Brushless ESC (installed)
- (1) Product Manual
Needed to Complete
- (1) Full-range 4+ channel transmitter and receiver
- (1) 4S 14.8V 3200-5000mAh LiPo with EC3 or IC3 Connector
- (1) Compatible LiPo charger
E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m RC Airplane Introduction
Gee Bee aircraft were among the pioneering racing airplanes that captivated just about everyone during aviation's Golden Age. Their cutting-edge, teardrop-shaped designs, coupled with small wings, required a skillful hand to fly well, but with the right pilot, they dominated the racecourse. The E-flite® Gee Bee R-2 1.0m is a faithful replica of the iconic aircraft, featuring an abundance of scale detail along with modern features and technologies to deliver an unmatched flying experience. It assembles quickly and is sized to be easily stored and transported without disassembly. The Bind-N-Fly® Basic version is equipped with enhanced AS3X+® technology that smooths out the effects of wind and turbulence like never before, plus optional-use SAFE® Select technology that makes it easier to fly. Both versions include Spektrum digital, metal-geared servos, a 70A Smart Lite ESC, and a 4S-compatible motor.
E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m RC Airplane Overview
Aviation history produced few designs as unique and recognizable as the Gee Bee R-2, yet RC modelers rarely get the chance to fly one. The E-flite® Gee Bee R-2 1.0m is a conveniently sized replica that offers incredible scale detail, modern conveniences, features, and technologies to deliver a truly unmatched flying experience! It's capable of fast and smooth flying at speeds of up to 100 MPH in a dive, along with a variety of aerobatics, and has unexpectedly stable slow-speed handling that makes it easier and more enjoyable for intermediate to experienced pilots to fly.
It features an authentic outline and an abundance of scale details, including moulded-in panel lines, a simulated radial engine, flying wires, and a pilot figure. Functional features include shock-absorbing landing gear and wheels specifically designed to make it easier to land, along with a steerable tailwheel. The one-piece wing includes hands-free connections, yet the Gee Bee 1.0m is sized to be easy to store and transport without disassembly. The factory-installed digital and metal-geared servos provide precise and reliable control at every speed. The power system includes a Spektrum™ outrunner motor and an Avian™ 70-amp Smart Lite ESC, which are compatible with popular 4S 3200-5000mAh batteries. The Bind-N-Fly® Basic version is also equipped with a factory-installed Spektrum AR631+ receiver featuring exclusive and enhanced AS3X+, along with optional-use SAFE Select technologies to provide you with the outstanding control you always wanted but never thought possible in a Gee Bee model. And it all adds up to deliver a model that's a dream to fly while offering an exciting and incredibly unique scale flight experience.
E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m RC Airplane Features
- An abundance of scale details, including moulded-in panel lines, a simulated radial engine, flying wires, and a pilot figure
- Optional-use motor reversing for special ground handling and other capabilities
- Large and convenient top-mounted hatch provides easy access to the battery
- Fast and easy bolt-together assembly – no glue or special tools required
- Model: E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m PNP
- Model number: A-EFL020575
- Scale: 1.0m (1000mm wingspan)
- Wingspan: 1000mm
- Length: 702mm
- Weight: 1415g
- Power system: Electric brushless
- Motor type: Spektrum brushless outrunner motor
- Motor: Factory installed
- ESC type: Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite brushless ESC
- ESC amperage rating: 70 amps
- ESC features: Real-time battery voltage, current draw, and RPM telemetry
- Battery type: 4S 14.8V LiPo
- Battery capacity: 3200–5000mAh
- Battery connector: EC3 or IC3
- Top speed: Approximately 100 mph in a dive
- Servos: Four Spektrum digital metal-geared servos (factory installed)
- Airframe material: Composite-reinforced EPO (expanded polythene)
- Wing configuration: One-piece wing with hands-free connections
- Landing gear: Shock-absorbing landing gear with specially designed wheels
- Tailwheel: Steerable tailwheel for ground control
- Features: Moulded panel lines, simulated radial engine, flying wires, pilot figure
- Motor reversing: Optional-use motor reversing capability
- Battery access: Large top-mounted magnetic hatch
- Assembly: Bolt-together assembly, no glue or special tools required
- Completion level: Plug-N-Play (PNP)
- Skill level: 3 - Experience Required
- Transmitter requirement: Full-range 4+ channel compatible with Spektrum DSMX or DSMR
- Receiver: Not included, must be purchased separately
- Included items: Airframe, brushless motor (installed), ESC (installed), four servos (installed), product manual
Overview
The E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m PNP is a faithful, scale replica of one of aviation's most iconic and recognizable aircraft designs from the Golden Age of racing. This stunning model captures the unique teardrop-shaped fuselage and characteristic aesthetic of the original Gee Bee racer, blending authentic scale detail with modern RC technology to deliver an extraordinary flying experience you simply cannot achieve with any other model. Whether you're an experienced RC pilot looking to add a true classic to your collection or an intermediate flyer ready to master an advanced scale aircraft, the Gee Bee R-2 1.0m offers the perfect combination of authentic heritage and contemporary performance.
Gee Bee aircraft were among the pioneering racing aeroplanes that captivated aviation enthusiasts during the 1930s Golden Age. Their cutting-edge, teardrop-shaped designs, coupled with comparatively small wings, required a skillful hand to fly well, but with the right pilot, they dominated the racecourse. The E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m faithfully recreates this legendary machine with an abundance of scale detail, whilst incorporating modern features and technologies that make it a dream to fly. At just 1000mm wingspan and 702mm in length, this brushless RC aircraft is conveniently sized for storage and transport without requiring disassembly, making it ideal for UK RC enthusiasts who want authentic Golden Age styling without the hassle of managing a large model.
This PNP (Plug-N-Play) version arrives with the power system and servos factory installed, meaning you can get this ready to run RC aircraft in the air faster than traditional kit builds. With its factory-tuned Spektrum brushless motor and professional-grade electronics, the Gee Bee R-2 1.0m delivers thrilling high-speed performance—reaching speeds approaching 100 mph in a dive—alongside stable, predictable slow-speed handling that makes it more forgiving to fly than many pilots expect from such an iconic racer. The model rewards proper setup and piloting technique with precise tracking, exhilarating aerobatic capability, and a truly unmatched flying experience.
Key Features
- Authentic Scale Replica Design — The model features an abundance of scale details including moulded-in panel lines, a simulated radial engine, flying wires, and a detailed pilot figure, authentically recreating the iconic Golden Age racer whilst maintaining the structural integrity needed for modern RC flight performance.
- Factory-Installed Spektrum Brushless Outrunner Motor — Pre-installed and perfectly tuned for 4S LiPo batteries, this brushless motor delivers excellent power delivery and efficiency, enabling the Gee Bee to achieve thrilling top speeds approaching 100 mph in a dive whilst maintaining smooth, controllable handling at slower speeds.
- Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite Brushless ESC — This advanced electronic speed controller provides real-time battery voltage, current draw, and RPM telemetry when used with compatible Spektrum receivers and transmitters, allowing you to monitor performance and battery health throughout your flight.
- Four Factory-Installed Digital Metal-Geared Servos — Precise, reliable servo control is essential for scale aerobatic flying, and these professional-grade digital servos deliver the responsive, accurate control needed for smooth cruising, tight turns, and exhilarating aerobatic manoeuvres across the entire flight envelope.
- 4S LiPo Compatibility — The motor and ESC are optimized for popular 4S 14.8V 3200–5000mAh LiPo batteries, providing the perfect balance of weight, power, and flight time for this class of model and ensuring you can use readily available, affordable batteries from UK retailers.
- Shock-Absorbing Landing Gear with Specialty Wheels — Purpose-designed landing gear and wheels make ground handling forgiving and reduce the impact loads during landings, whilst the steerable tailwheel provides enhanced directional control during taxi operations.
- Large Top-Mounted Magnetic Battery Hatch — Easy access to the battery compartment means quick battery changes between flights and hassle-free charging without disassembling the model, saving valuable flying time.
- Optional Motor Reversing Capability — For enhanced ground manoeuvring and special handling situations, the ESC supports optional motor reversing, giving advanced pilots additional control options during taxi operations.
- Fast Bolt-Together Assembly — No glue or special tools are required for final assembly, allowing you to have the Gee Bee R-2 ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery, making this ready to run RC aircraft genuinely convenient.
- Composite-Reinforced EPO Airframe — The lightweight yet durable expanded polychene (EPO) fuselage is reinforced with composite materials for added strength and durability, ensuring the model can withstand the rigours of regular flying whilst maintaining low weight for optimal performance.
- One-Piece Wing with Hands-Free Connections — The wing connects to the fuselage without requiring tools or manual tightening, enabling quick field setup and ensuring the structural integrity needed for aerobatic flying.
Technical Performance
The E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m PNP delivers impressive performance across an exceptionally wide flight envelope, from smooth, stable cruising at low speeds through to exhilarating high-speed passes and aerobatic manoeuvres. The factory-installed Spektrum brushless outrunner motor is specifically tuned for 4S 14.8V LiPo batteries in the 3200–5000mAh capacity range, providing consistent power delivery and excellent flight times. The 70-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC handles power distribution with precision whilst monitoring critical performance parameters including battery voltage, current draw, and motor RPM. These readings are transmitted to compatible Spektrum receivers and transmitters equipped with telemetry capability, allowing you to track battery health and motor performance in real time throughout your flight session. The model's wing area is intentionally small relative to its overall size, a characteristic shared with the original Gee Bee aircraft, which produces the high wing loading that enables the model to achieve speeds approaching 100 mph in a dive whilst maintaining surprisingly stable handling characteristics at lower speeds. The four factory-installed digital metal-geared servos provide precise control authority at all speeds, essential for managing this spirited performer whether you're executing smooth, slow-speed circuits or aggressive aerobatic sequences. With a total weight of 1415 grams and dimensions of 1000mm wingspan and 702mm length, the model offers a genuinely portable package that transports easily within a standard car boot, making it ideal for UK RC flyers who want a high-performance scale aircraft without the storage and transport challenges of larger models. The composite-reinforced EPO airframe construction provides excellent durability and impact resistance, ensuring reliable performance through regular flying sessions and occasional mishaps.
What's in the Box
- E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m complete airframe
- Spektrum brushless outrunner motor (factory installed)
- Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite brushless ESC (factory installed)
- Four Spektrum digital metal-geared servos (factory installed)
- Product manual with assembly and setup guidance
What You Need to Complete
- Full-range 4+ channel transmitter and receiver compatible with Spektrum DSMX or DSMR protocols
- One 4S 14.8V 3200–5000mAh LiPo battery with EC3 or IC3 connector
- Compatible LiPo charger capable of safely charging 4S lithium polymer batteries
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the E-flite Gee Bee R-2 1.0m suitable for beginners? — No, this model is rated as Skill Level 3, making it best suited to intermediate and experienced RC pilots. The PNP version requires you to install your own receiver and complete final assembly, which demands a good understanding of RC aircraft setup and configuration. You should have experience flying similar-class models such as the E-flite T-28 Trojan 1.1m, Sportix 1.1m, or Commander mPd 1.4m before attempting to fly the Gee Bee R-2 1.0m. However, if you prefer an easier introduction to this iconic design, E-flite also offers a Bind-N-Fly Basic version featuring enhanced AS3X+ and optional SAFE Select technologies to smooth out wind effects and make flying more manageable.
- What battery does the Gee Bee R-2 1.0m need? — The model requires a single 4S 14.8V LiPo battery in the 3200–5000mAh capacity range. You'll need a battery with either an EC3 or IC3 connector to match the factory-installed ESC. The 4S voltage provides the optimal balance of power delivery, flight time, and weight for this particular motor and airframe combination. Spektrum and other UK RC retailers stock a wide range of suitable 4S batteries in this capacity range.
- What is the top speed of the Gee Bee R-2 1.0m? — The model is capable of speeds approaching 100 mph in a dive, making it a genuinely thrilling flyer for experienced pilots. Actual speeds will vary depending on battery charge state, weather conditions, and pilot technique, but the aerodynamic efficiency of this scale design enables impressive velocity with the factory-tuned 4S-compatible motor.
- How long does the battery last per flight? — Flight time depends on your flying style, battery capacity, and weather conditions. The model is optimized for batteries in the 3200–5000mAh range, with larger capacity batteries generally providing longer flight times. As a rough guide, you should expect 10–15 minutes of mixed flying from a 4000mAh 4S battery, though aggressive aerobatic flying will reduce this figure.
- Does this PNP version include a receiver? — No, the Plug-N-Play version does not include a receiver. You must purchase a compatible Spektrum DSMX or DSMR receiver separately and install it yourself. The receiver must be a full-range, 4+ channel unit to provide complete control of the aircraft. If you prefer a ready-to-fly solution with an already-installed receiver and flight stability technologies, the Bind-N-Fly Basic version may be a better choice.
- Can I use this with my existing Spektrum transmitter? — Yes, provided your transmitter is full-range, 4+ channel, and supports the DSMX or DSMR protocol. You will need to purchase a compatible Spektrum receiver and bind it to your transmitter following the standard Spektrum binding procedure. Consult your transmitter manual and the Gee Bee R-2 1.0m product manual for specific binding instructions.
- What is the difference between the PNP and Bind-N-Fly Basic versions? — The PNP version includes the motor, ESC, and servos pre-installed but requires you to install your own receiver and perform final assembly. The Bind-N-Fly Basic version includes all of these plus a factory-installed Spektrum AR631+ receiver with exclusive enhanced AS3X+ technology and optional SAFE Select features that smooth out wind turbulence and provide enhanced stability and ease of flying. If you are an experienced pilot comfortable with receiver installation and setup, the PNP version offers excellent value; if you prefer maximum convenience and built-in flight stability technologies, the BNF Basic is the better choice.
- Does the Gee Bee R-2 require any glue or special tools to assemble? — No, the model features fast bolt-together assembly using standard tools you likely already own. No adhesive is required, and the one-piece wing connects to the fuselage via hands-free connections, enabling tool-free wing installation. This makes the Gee Bee R-2 genuinely convenient to prepare for flight and to transport and store.
- What telemetry data does the Smart Lite ESC provide? — The Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite ESC transmits real-time battery voltage, current draw, and motor RPM data to compatible Spektrum receivers and transmitters equipped with telemetry capability. This allows you to monitor power system performance throughout your flight, helping you track battery health and avoid over-discharging your LiPo.
- Is the Gee Bee R-2 1.0m waterproof? — The model is not waterproof, and you should avoid flying in rain or landing near water. The EPO airframe can absorb moisture, and the electronic components are not sealed against water ingress. Fly only in dry conditions and store the model in a dry location.
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