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FT Sportster MKR2
RC Airplane Build Kit
The FT Sportster is ideal for both beginner & advanced RC aircraft pilots. This four-channel plane recreates classic barnstormer stunts. Powered by a 425 size motor, it ensures stability, agility, and thrilling flights.
FT Sportster MKR2
The FT Sportster is built for fun, whether you’re a beginner eager to dive into four-channel flight or an experienced pilot ready to perform classic barnstorming maneuvers. This isn’t a plane meant to fly alone—it’s a design made for friends to build, fly, and enjoy together.
Powered by our C motor and a 2200mAh 3-cell battery, the FT Sportster delivers strong performance with plenty of flight time. Thoughtful wing design keeps the outer tips under camber, providing stability and slow-speed control without sacrificing maneuverability.
This versatile aircraft can turn on a dime, handle advanced aerobatics, or simply enjoy relaxed flights. Remove the landing gear for effortless hand launches, or take off and land from smooth grass for casual touch-and-go fun.
Easy to fly, responsive, and endlessly enjoyable—the FT Sportster is perfect for pilots of all skill levels looking to share the skies with friends.
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FT Sportster MKR2 Specification
- Weight Without Battery: .95lb (430g)
- Center of Gravity: 2.5" (63mm) from leading edge of wing
- Control Surface Throws: 12-16 degree deflection - Expo 30%
- Wingspan: 39" (990mm)
Recommended Electronics
- Motor: FT 2218
- Prop: 10x4.5CCW
- ESC: FT 40amp
- Battery: 2200mAH 3s minimum
- Servos: (4) 9 gram servos
Package Includes
Note: Kit includes airframe only- 4) Lasercut Maker Foam Sheet
- 1) Hardware Pack which includes:
- (4) Control Horns
- (1) Firewall
- (2) Rubber Bands
- (1) Velcro
- (6) BBQ Skewers
- (4) Pushrods
- (1) Thick Landing Gear Wire
FT Sportster MKR2 Videos
*PLEASE WATCH RECENT BUILD VIDEOS BEFORE REMOVING ANY PAPER FROM THE FOAM!*-
Wonderful plane with a few caveats
Hi all! I’m a slow building person who takes his time and tries to get it right.
Just maidened my sportster yesterday, here are my comments:
- CG adjustment is very important - take your time and get it right.
- I installed a lemon rx Gen 2 gyro in my sportster which made it an absolute breeze to fly despite wind gusting up to 18 mph on the maiden flight day
- To get the COG right I placed the engine as far forward as possible and also added a 3000 mah battery to the flite pack c motor which I had. If I had t done that my COG would have been too far back, resulting in a very hard to fly aircraft.
- Overal a wonderful project that flew absolutely beautifully with the minor modifications as specified above.
- Million thanks to Josh Bixler and team for everything you do for the hobby Keep it up!!
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