E-FLITE/HORIZON HOBBY P-47 Razorback 1.2m BNF Basic

Scale details make this warbird come to life.

- Andrew Griffith

There’s something about heavy metal warbirds that gets most RC pilots’ flying juices flowing, and the P-47 had an unsung yet vital impact for the Allies in World War II. The Thunderbolt was nicknamed the “Juggernaut,” or “Jug,” by grateful pilots for its ability not only to inflict doom on the enemy but also to absorb heavy fire and still bring its aircrew home safely. E-flite has introduced a 1200mm version of the venerable P-47 Razorback that is constructed of high-density Z-Foam. The foam parts have many molded-in surface details, and plastic parts are used where required for scale details or where additional structural strength is warranted. It is available in a Plug-N-Fly version as well as Bind-N-Fly, which is the version we reviewed.

Everything needed, with the exception of a DSM2/DSMX transmitter and a LiPo battery, are included in the BNF Basic version. Retractable landing gear, flaps, all the servos, linkages, and servo extensions are included and, for the most part, come factory installed. The P-47 comes with a factory-installed AS3X receiver with optional SAFE Technology. The required flight battery is a 3S 2200mAh 30C battery, which is a common battery for pilots who favor aircraft of this size.

While a P-47 would normally be for an intermediate to advanced pilot, the light wing loading and built-in SAFE Technology should allow the Razorback to be successfully flown by nearly anyone who is comfortable flying a tail-dragger.

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