Do you feel the need for speed? Then this great-looking, extremely fast Rare Bear Reno Racer from Durafly is for you. It is supplied as a Plug-N-Fly model with minimal parts count, so assembly is quick and simple. There is no gluing required, just one screw holds the tail components in place, and 1 screw for the wing. Battery and radio access is via the large magnetically held canopy hatch, so radio installation and battery changes are very easy and straightforward.

The full-size Rare Bear is a highly modified Grumman F8F Bearcat that saw major successes at the Reno Air Races over many decades. With a top recorded speed of 528mph, it is the fastest piston engine-powered plane ever. Durafly has captured this amazing turn of speed with their Rare Bear, on the stock 4S setup with the supplied 8x5 propeller, speeds of around 110mph are easily achievable. The motor and ESC are also capable of handling a 6S setup, which raises the thrill level of the Rare Bear up a notch. The sound it makes as it screams over the flying patch at even higher speeds is truly amazing and exhilarating. In tests with the Durafly RB 6x4.5 propeller (SKU: 1021790037), we recorded an extra speed of around 15mph, which is quick, and the verticals are incredible. However, with more speed and power comes even more responsibility on the pilot. Extra consideration must be made when balancing the prop and spinner, checking the tightness of the prop nut, inspecting the overall integrity and security of the model and control surfaces, etc. “Please note that all testing on 6S was performed with our Durafly RB 6x4.5 prop. Therefore, this is the only prop we can recommend when using 6S. Use of other similar sizes and brands can therefore not be recommended.”

But the Rare Bear is not all about speed; slow it down, and it handles beautifully. The controls work well, right down to the very predictable stall, the Rare Bear is just a joy to fly with no nasty tendencies. Back to when flying at speed, on the stock 4S setup, it flies like it is on rails, and gives that locked-in feel while performing aerobatics, huge loops, and long, smooth knife-edge flight are just a breeze to carry out.

The build quality and attention to detail are typical Durafly, it is just fantastic. The Rare Bear is a hand-launched model and belly lander, so underneath, the fuselage and the wingtips are reinforced with tough plastic to take the knocks and bangs. Additionally, glass fibre reinforcements are on all the control surfaces, which really stiffen them up to stop any flutter at high speeds, and the foam hinge line is reinforced with a clear flexible adhesive. The fuselage is also reinforced inside with glass fibre rods running along the length of each side for added strength. It has a solid plastic firewall, stiff pushrods with ball link connectors for positive control, and the scale moldings include a dummy exhaust and radiator intake. Both of the available color schemes of Rare Bear racing number 77 are actual schemes that it wore during its racing life. The main colors and decals are applied at the factory, and the sponsorship decals are supplied on a separate sheet for you to apply as you wish.

This Plug-N-Fly model is supplied with a pre-installed 3536-1700KV brushless motor, a 60A Aerostar LITE brushless ESC, 4 x metal-geared 9g servos, and an 8x5 propeller. Once it is assembled, all you require is a 4ch or more transmitter and receiver, and a 4S (14.8V) 1800~2200mAh 40C minimum LiPo battery.

The Durafly Rare Bear Reno Racer is a must-have for any RC pilot who loves speed and agility, and it will turn heads wherever it is flown. It looks great on the ground and in the air, and is a pure joy to fly. It would also be good to persuade some of your RC friends to purchase a Rare Bear, then you could do some real pylon racing for an even more exciting challenge.

Features:
• A fast, agile, and great-looking Reno Racer
• Supplied as Plug-N-Fly with pre-installed motor, ESC, and servos
• Low parts count for very quick assembly, and large, magnetically held canopy/battery hatch
• No gluing required, just 2 screws hold this compact model together
• Speeds of around 110mph are easily achievable on the stock 4S setup
• Motor and ESC will handle a 6S setup for even greater speeds and thrills (the optional Durafly RB 6x4.5 propeller must be fitted if flying with 6S)
• Glass-fibre reinforced control surfaces and reinforced foam hinges

Specs:
Type: Durafly (PNF) Rare Bear Reno Racer
Build: PNF (minimal assembly required)
Wingspan: 680mm (27")
Length: 660mm (26")
Motor: 3536-1700KV brushless outrunner
ESC: 60A Aerostar LITE brushless w/BEC & XT60 connector
Servo: 4 x 9g metal-geared
Propeller: 8x5
Material: EPO
Color: Gold/White
Flying Weight: 830g (1.8lb) with battery
Recommended battery: 4S (14.8V) 1800~2200mAh 40C or higher LiPo (not supplied)

Included:
1 x Durafly Rare Bear EPO airframe in Gold/White
1 x 3536-1700KV brushless outrunner motor
1 x 60A Aerostar LITE brushless ESC w/BEC & XT60 connector
4 x 9g metal-geared servo
1 x 8x5 propeller
1 x Accessory pack
1 x Quick setup guide

Required:
4-channel or more Transmitter and Receiver
4S (14.8V) 1800~2200mAh 40C or higher LiPo battery pack w/XT60 connector

Optional:
6S 1000~1200mAh 65C or higher LiPo battery pack
Durafly RB 6x4.5 propeller (We only recommend this optional prop, please do not use other makes, this prop should be available very soon) SKU: 1021790037. Also, note that the dummy radial engine will need to be removed when running a 6S battery to allow more cooling to the motor and ESC.

Please note: A copy of the assembly manual and the Quick Setup Guide are available under the "Manuals/Files" tab above.