Want to find the best RC plane for yourself or for your family and friends? Well, look no further! To cap the year off, here are HobbyKing's top 10 best-selling RC planes in 2020. From trainer planes to scale models and from warbirds to EDF jets, which one will you add to your hangar?
1. Durafly Tundra V2
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Durafly Tundra V2 (Plug & Fly) - Red/Blue - 1300mm (51") Sports Model w/Flaps
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Durafly Tundra V2 (Plug & Fly) - Orange/Grey - 1300mm (51") Sports Model w/Flaps
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Durafly Tundra V2 (Plug & Fly) - Green/Silver - 1300mm (51") Sports Model w/Flaps
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Durafly Tundra V2 (Plug & Fly) - Purple/Gold - 1300mm (51") Sports Model w/Flaps
The Tundra is an all-terrain, all-condition high-performance RC plane that has firmly established itself in the RC community and was RCGroup's Plane of the Year when it was released in 2016. Capturing the hearts of many, the Tundra has become the go-to electric RC plane for beginners, all the way up to the more experienced fliers.
Its high versatility allows it to be flown as an aerobatics plane, an FPV plane, a trainer plane, a leisure flyer, and even as a water plane -thanks to the complimentary floats. Its huge flaps, vortex generators, and extreme STOL (short takeoff and landing) capabilities enable you to fly it just about anywhere. Coupled with its rugged finish and dynamic color scheme, paint a picture-perfect afternoon with your Tundra and fall in love with the hobby all over again.
2. Avios C-130
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Avios C-130 Hercules (Plug & Fly) Military Grey EPO 1600mm (63")
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Avios C-130 Hercules Blue Angels 1600mm (63") (Plug & Fly)
The dictionary defines majestic as - "having or showing impressive beauty or scale". That is exactly what the Avios C-130 is. This PNF (Plug and Fly) electric RC foam plane is finished with the highest level of detail and features fully sequenced landing gears, operational cargo doors, navigation lights, scale props, removable wings, bolt-together pieces, and much more.
Originally designed as a military transport aircraft, its versatile airframe enabled this four-engine turboprop to be later deployed as a gunship, for airborne assault, search and rescue, maritime patrol, and much more. HobbyKing's Avios C-130 is the only true scale plane model of this historic aircraft on the market today.
3. H-King Bixler
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H-King Bixler 1.1 (Plug & Fly) Glider EPO 1400mm (55.1") w/30A ESC
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H-King Bixler 2 (Plug & Play) Glider EPO 1500mm (59")
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H-King Bixler 3 (Plug & Fly) Glider 1550mm (61")
First released in 2011, the H-King Bixler is a true OG when it comes to electric RC foam gliders. With multiple iterations throughout the years including the Bixler 1.1, the Bixler 2, and the Bixler 3, you can rest assured that purchasing the Bixler is something you won't regret.
Renowned for its stability, durability, ease of flying, and affordable price, the Bixler is truly a no brainer as a beginner RC plane or as a beginner FPV plane. Highly portable and easy to assemble, take this foamy to the beach, park, or your local flying club and have a blast minus all the hassle.
4. Avios Albatross HU-16
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Avios Albatross HU-16 (Plug & Fly) Flying Boat 1620mm (63.7")
The Avios Albatross is one of the best-looking large-scale RC seaplanes out there today. Its huge wingspan combined with the bold US Navy color scheme is striking, and really just flying this magnificent beast pure ecstasy. The addition of a water rudder makes navigating across the ocean, lake, pond, or stream really easy and graceful.
Quality built with strong EPO foam and featuring twin propellers, this amphibious RC plane not only provides an impressive presence in the air, but it also oozes authority and flies like a boss.
5. H-King Flycat
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H-King Flycat (Plug & Fly) 70mm 12-Blade EDF Jet 1042mm (41")
If speed is what you're looking for then this EDF RC jet will not disappoint. With minimal assembly required and detachable tail boom and wings, this RC plane can be easily transported and is a perfect grab and go flyer. The electric ducted fan (EDF) not only looks good, but it sounds even better.
Treat your ears to a euphoric concert as you pull-off high-speed passes again, and again - it just doesn't get old. Complete with metal-geared servos, this high-performance RC jet will complete all those extreme maneuvers with precision and finesse. If you are looking to get your first EDF RC jet, then the H-King Flycat is definitely something you would love to add to your hangar.
6. Durafly EFXtra Racer
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Durafly EFXtra Racer (Plug & Fly) Red Edition High Performance Sports Model 975mm
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Durafly EFXtra Racer (Plug & Fly) Green Edition High Performance Sports Model 975mm
Another speed devil on our top 10 list is the Durafly EFXtra Racer which boasts a top speed of 100 mph+ straight out-of-the-box. This high-performance RC sports plane also doubles up as a slope soarer with the complimentary slope soaring nose cone.
Quality built and finished with fiberglass and carbon fiber reinforcements, the EFXtra not only has incredible roll and climb rates but also provides unparalleled stability at all speeds making it a joy to fly under any condition. As an added bonus, an FPV mount is included for all the adrenaline junkies that love to live life right on the edge.
7. H-King A1 Skyraider
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H-King A-1 Skyraider (Plug & Fly) w/ORX Flight Stabilizer 800mm (31.5")
Most prominent during the Korea and Vietnam wars, the A-1 Skyraider was renowned for its ability to take hits and keep flying - what a beast! The H-King A1 Skyraider is truly a conversational piece with authentic scale details including the iconic precision missiles and bombs which earned this aircraft the nickname of "The Flying Dumptruck".
Fitted with an ORX Flight Stabilizer, this RC warbird has such great handling characteristics that even a beginner RC pilot can solo a low-flying strafing mission. Beautiful, iconic, high-performance, and at a very affordable price: what more can you ask for?
8. Durafly Micro Tundra
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Durafly Micro Tundra Graffiti (Plug & Fly) Sports Model w/Flaps EPO 635mm (25")
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Durafly Micro Tundra Classic Green (Plug & Fly) Sports Model w/Flaps EPO 635mm (25")
The Micro Tundra is truly the ultimate RC park flyer or backyard basher. Designed with five self-tapping screws to hold everything together, this mini electric RC plane only requires a few minutes to assemble. It even has flaps!
The large main wheels of the aircraft enable it to take-off and land on most surfaces, while the complimentary floats and water rudder can instantly transform it into an RC floatplane. Its small size also gives you the luxury to tuck it away in your suitcase and bring it along to your next travel adventures.
9. H-King Paramotor
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H-King High Performance Paramotor (Plug & Fly)
While RC planes and EDF jets are cool, sometimes you just need something different to spice up the hobby. That's where the H-King Paramotor comes into play - and we would also like to take this opportunity to thank all our supporters who made it such a great success! Its gentle and stable flight characteristics make it fairly easy to master and once you do get the hang of it, you could perform slow loops and rolls which are something quite novel even for the seasoned RC hobbyist.
The parafoil is made from 100% ripstop fabric and comes pre-rigged with tough polyethylene lines. In the air, the H-King Paramotor truly looks like something straight out of a James Bond movie minus all the hard crashes.
10. H-King Hawker Hurricane
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H-King Hawker Hurricane Mk IIB (Plug & Fly) 750mm (30") w/6 Axis ORX Flight Stabilizer
Want something small and stealthy but could still pack a punch? The H-King Hawker Hurricane is exactly what you need. This iconic WW2 beauty comes with a 6-axis digital gyro which can be switched from beginner mode to expert mode.
Quality built and finished with authentic scale details; this electric RC plane does not only look fantastic in the air but is equally impressive when stationed at home. Because of its size, the H-King Hawker Hurricane is highly portable and could be flown at the local park or even in large indoor areas.
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