Overview
The E-flite Conscendo 2.0m PNP represents a significant step up in the highly acclaimed Conscendo family, scaling up the extremely popular UMX and Conscendo Evolution 1.5m models into the largest, most powerful, capable, and feature-rich Conscendo yet. This brushless RC plane delivers a truly unique blend of smooth soaring, sport flying, high-speed passes, and aerobatic performance that sets it apart from other aircraft in its class. Whether you're an experienced RC enthusiast looking for a versatile aircraft that can handle everything from gentle thermal soaring to aggressive aerobatics, or a skilled pilot seeking a brushless RC plane with exceptional build quality and factory-installed systems, the Conscendo 2.0m PNP offers outstanding value and capability.
As a Plug-N-Play model, the Conscendo 2.0m arrives with the power system and servos already installed and ready to connect. This means you simply need to add your compatible receiver, transmitter, and a suitable LiPo battery to take to the skies. The higher-density EPO airframe with composite reinforcement throughout delivers strength, stiffness, and durability whilst maintaining the lightweight characteristics essential for soaring and extended flight times. The no-glue, tool-free assembly design means you can have this ready to fly in minutes, making it an excellent choice for UK RC enthusiasts seeking quality and convenience without compromise.
With its factory-installed telemetry-capable 70-amp brushless ESC, precision digital servos, and support for 4S to 6S battery configurations, the Conscendo 2.0m offers exceptional versatility. The optional-use landing gear with steerable tailwheel enables operations from smooth surfaces including paved and fabric runways, whilst the separate flaps can be configured for advanced flight envelope expansion. An optional LED night light set is available separately, allowing you to extend your flying sessions from day into night.
Key Features
- Scaled-up Design from Proven Models — Built upon the immense popularity of the UMX and Conscendo Evolution 1.5m, the 2.0m version maintains the same flight characteristics that pilots love whilst offering increased power, capability, and additional features. This proven lineage ensures reliability and performance that experienced RC pilots recognise and trust.
- Unique Blend of Flight Performance — The Conscendo 2.0m offers one-of-a-kind versatility, capable of smooth thermal soaring, energetic sport flying, high-speed passes, and full aerobatic performance. This wide flight envelope means a single aircraft can serve multiple flying styles and conditions without modification.
- Factory-Installed Brushless Power System — A high-power Spektrum brushless outrunner motor paired with a telemetry-capable 70-amp ESC comes pre-installed and ready to use. This eliminates the need for complex power system upgrades or retrofitting, saving time and ensuring optimal factory tuning.
- Versatile Battery Compatibility — Compatible with 4S (14.8V), 5S, and 6S (22.2V) LiPo batteries ranging from 3200mAh to 5000mAh, the Conscendo 2.0m delivers a wide range of performance options. Use lower cell-count batteries for gentler, longer flights, or step up to 6S for unlimited vertical performance and higher speeds.
- Telemetry-Capable ESC with Real-Time Data — The installed ESC provides live telemetry including battery voltage, current draw, motor RPM, and other critical power system data. This real-time monitoring helps you manage your flights more effectively and protect your battery investment.
- Six Digital Metal-Geared Servos — Precisely engineered Spektrum digital servos with metal gearing and ball-link equipped linkages deliver responsive, reliable control at every speed. Whether hovering in thermal lift or diving at high speed, these servos maintain perfect control authority.
- Functional Separate Flaps — Unlike many sport aircraft, the Conscendo 2.0m features separate, independently controlled flaps that improve slow-flight capability and enable shorter takeoffs and landings. Advanced users can configure them for full-span aileron/flaperon/spoileron and crow operation for maximum performance.
- Tool-Free, No-Glue Assembly — The two-piece stabilisers snap into place, whilst the two-piece wing with hands-free servo connections snaps in and out for convenient transport and storage. Even the optional landing gear snaps in and out without tools or fasteners, saving setup time.
- Optional-Use Landing Gear with Tailwheel — Snap-in landing gear with wheel pants allows operations from smooth paved and fabric surfaces, whilst a steerable tailwheel tucked into the rudder provides directional control during ground operations. Remove the gear entirely for improved speed and vertical performance.
- Higher-Density EPO Construction with Composite Reinforcement — The reinforced airframe delivers exceptional strength and stiffness to handle the power of the brushless system, whilst maintaining a smooth, dent and damage-resistant finish. This construction quality ensures longevity and consistent performance.
- Large Magnetically Secured Battery Hatch — Easy access to the battery compartment with a large magnetically secured hatch means quick battery swaps between flights. No latches to break or fumble with, just secure magnetic retention.
- Optional LED Night Light System — Compatible with an optional LED night light set (sold separately) featuring a controller that allows you to change colours and sequences directly from your transmitter. Extend your flying sessions into the evening for a truly unique flying experience.
- Durable Folding Propeller — The custom-designed folding propeller reduces drag during gliding and improves efficiency during power-off descents, contributing to extended flight times and better soaring performance.
Technical Performance
The E-flite Conscendo 2.0m PNP represents the pinnacle of sport-to-aerobatic aircraft design, combining advanced brushless technology with precision engineering. The factory-installed Spektrum brushless outrunner motor delivers impressive thrust across a range of battery configurations, whilst the telemetry-capable 70-amp ESC ensures safe, monitored operation with real-time power system data. With a wingspan of 2000mm and length of 1344mm, the aircraft achieves an exceptional balance between size and weight at just 2127 grams, allowing for effortless thermal soaring alongside spirited sport flying. The 4S to 6S battery compatibility delivers remarkable flexibility: 4S configurations (14.8V, 3200–5000mAh) provide extended flight times suitable for gentle soaring and sport flying, whilst 5S and 6S options progressively increase power and speed for those seeking aggressive aerobatic performance. The construction methodology showcases E-flite's engineering excellence, with higher-density EPO composite reinforcement providing structural integrity without excessive weight. The six digital metal-geared Spektrum servos with ball-link linkages deliver the precision control necessary for both knife-edge manoeuvres and gentle altitude hold during thermals. The 70-amp ESC's telemetry capability—compatible with Spektrum AirWare transmitters—provides pilots with continuous monitoring of battery voltage, current draw, and motor RPM, essential data for managing flight safety and battery health. Assembly requires no adhesives or tools; all major components utilise snap-fit connections, allowing complete airframe assembly in under fifteen minutes. The optional landing gear system features wheel pants and a steerable tailwheel mechanism, enabling smooth-surface operations whilst remaining entirely removable for those prioritising climb rate and speed. The separate, bidirectional flaps expand the flight envelope considerably, offering improved slow-flight stability for thermal hunting and the capability to reduce takeoff and landing distances when utilised in landing configuration.
What's in the Box
- E-flite Conscendo 2.0m airframe
- Six Spektrum digital metal-geared servos (pre-installed)
- Spektrum brushless outrunner motor (pre-installed)
- Telemetry-capable 70-amp brushless ESC (pre-installed)
- Product manual
What You Need to Complete
- For Standard Functionality (separate aileron and flap operation): One full-range 5-channel transmitter and receiver system, plus two Y-harnesses (one for aileron servos, one for flap servo)
- For Full-Span Aileron Functionality: One full-range 6-channel transmitter and receiver system, plus one Y-harness for the aileron servos
- For Advanced Full-Span Aileron/Flaperon/Spoileron and Crow Functionality: One full-range 7+ channel transmitter and receiver system
- One LiPo battery: 4S 14.8V to 6S 22.2V, 3200–5000mAh capacity with EC5 or IC5 connector (Note: Only Spektrum 6S 5000mAh 30C G1 and G2 batteries will fit; 50C and 100C variants are too large for the battery compartment)
- One compatible LiPo charger
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the E-flite Conscendo 2.0m PNP suitable for beginners or do I need previous RC flying experience? — The Conscendo 2.0m PNP is rated as Skill Level 3, meaning it is designed for experienced RC pilots with prior flying experience. As a PNP model, you must install and configure the receiver yourself, requiring additional technical knowledge beyond flying skills alone. E-flite recommends that you should have experience flying similar-class models such as the Conscendo Evolution 1.5m, Sportix 1.1m, T-28 Trojan 1.1m, or comparable aircraft before attempting to fly the 2.0m PNP version. If you are new to RC flying, the BNF Basic version (which includes a pre-installed receiver with tuned flight control systems) would be more appropriate.
- What batteries does the Conscendo 2.0m PNP require and how do I choose between 4S, 5S, and 6S? — The aircraft is compatible with 4S (14.8V), 5S, and 6S (22.2V) LiPo batteries ranging from 3200mAh to 5000mAh. For thermal soaring and extended flight times, use 4S batteries which provide gentle, efficient power. For sport flying and moderate aerobatics, 5S batteries offer a balance between performance and flight time. For aggressive aerobatics, unlimited vertical performance, and high-speed flying, use 6S batteries. Important note: only Spektrum 6S 5000mAh 30C G1 and G2 batteries will physically fit in the battery compartment; the larger 50C and 100C variants are too large, so battery selection must consider both electrical requirements and physical fit.
- How does the Conscendo 2.0m compare to the smaller Evolution 1.5m and UMX versions? — The 2.0m scales up the proven design of both the Evolution 1.5m and UMX into a larger, more powerful aircraft whilst retaining the unique blend of soaring, sport, and aerobatic flight characteristics that made those models popular. The 2.0m offers additional features including separate flaps, increased power from the brushless system, compatibility with higher-capacity batteries, the telemetry-capable 70-amp ESC, optional landing gear for smooth-surface operations, and optional night-flying light compatibility. The larger size and increased power make it suitable for larger flying areas and more aggressive flying styles, whilst maintaining the exceptional versatility that defines the Conscendo family.
- What is the difference between the PNP version and the BNF Basic version? — Both versions include the same airframe, motor, ESC, and servos pre-installed. The key difference is that the BNF Basic version includes a factory-installed AR8360T+ receiver with full-range real-time telemetry, enhanced AS3X+ flight control, optional SAFE Select technology, Hand Launch Assist, and a convenient Smart Transmitter File (STF). The PNP version requires you to purchase and install a receiver of your choice, giving you more flexibility but requiring additional technical setup and configuration skills. The BNF Basic version is more beginner-friendly for those with compatible Spektrum transmitters.
- Can I use the Conscendo 2.0m for thermal soaring and high-altitude flights? — Absolutely. The aircraft is specifically designed to excel at thermal soaring thanks to its low wing loading, efficient aerodynamics, and lightweight construction. The separate flaps improve slow-flight performance, making it easier to stay in thermals and climb to significant altitudes. With a 4S battery, the aircraft delivers gentle power for climbing to soaring altitude before cutting power to utilise thermal lift. The optional telemetry-capable ESC will relay real-time power system data including battery voltage, helping you manage your battery during extended soaring flights.
- Does the Conscendo 2.0m require glue or tools for assembly? — No. The design features no-glue, tool-free assembly throughout. The horizontal stabiliser and wing halves snap into place without adhesives, the two-piece wing utilises hands-free servo connections that snap together, and even the optional landing gear snaps in and out without any fasteners or tools. This means you can have the aircraft fully assembled and ready to fly in just minutes.
- What happens if I want to fly the Conscendo 2.0m at night? — An optional LED night light set is available separately. This set includes a controller that allows you to change light colours and sequences directly from your transmitter, giving you complete control over the visual display during evening flights. This transforms your flying experience and opens up new flying opportunities beyond daylight hours.
- Is the Conscendo 2.0m waterproof and can I fly in rain or snow? — Whilst the aircraft features composite reinforcement and a durable EPO airframe, it is not specifically rated as waterproof. The brushless motor, ESC, and servos are not sealed against water ingress, so flying in rain or wet conditions is not recommended. Light moisture or damp conditions should be avoided to protect the electronics. The aircraft is designed for fair-weather flying from dry fields.
- What transmitter and receiver do I need for the PNP version? — You need a full-range transmitter and receiver system compatible with Spektrum protocols. For basic operation (separate aileron and flap control), a 5-channel system is sufficient. For full-span aileron functionality, a 6-channel system is required. For advanced configurations including full-span aileron/flaperon/spoileron and crow operation, a 7+ channel system is necessary. Popular options include Spektrum DX transmitters (DX6e, DX6 G2/G3, DX8 G2, DX9, NX series, iX series), all of which are compatible with the aircraft's telemetry-capable ESC.
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