Product Details
The E-flite Habu SS 50mm EDF is an affordable and convenient high-performance EDF sport jet that's perfect for low-time RC pilots making their "next step" into jet flying - and it's one of the best everyday EDF models for more experienced pilots, too!
Key Features
- A scaled down version of the popular Habu STS and SS 70mm EDFs that's more affordable and convenient for more pilots to fly in more places
- Unique airframe design delivers incredible low-speed handling and slow speed performance that makes it one of the easiest to fly jets EVER
- Popular and affordable 3S 1300-2200mAh batteries deliver excellent performance and flight times
- 4-channel control including a functional rudder and 4 factory-installed servos for full aerobatic capability
- Includes optional-use fixed landing gear with a steerable nosewheel for improved ground handling
In The Box - (1) E-flite Habu SS 50mm EDF with:
- (1) Spektrum Avian 30A Brushless Smart Lite ESC
- (1) Brushless Outrunner Motors
- (4) Servos
- (1) Product Manual
Needed to Complete - Full-range 4+ channel transmitter and receiver
- 3S 11.1V 1300-2200mAh LiPo with EC3 or IC3 Connector
- Compatible LiPo charger
The Jet For Just About Everyone
Based on one of the best first and high-performance EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) sport jet platforms ever designed — the legendary Habu — the E-flite® Habu SS 50mm EDF is the most affordable and convenient version yet, scaled down from the popular Habu STS (Smart Trainer with SAFE®) and SS (Super Sport) 70mm EDFs. It's the first-ever 50mm class model from E-flite, the perfect first-ever EDF for low-time RC pilots making the transition into jet flying, and one of the best-ever everyday sport jets for experienced pilots! The power system is compatible with extremely common and popular 3S 1300–2200mAh batteries and features a Spektrum™ Avian™ 30-amp Smart Lite ESC. The BNF® Basic version also includes an AR631 receiver that delivers real-time telemetry data along with the benefits of exclusive AS3X® and SAFE Select technologies — making it an ideal "next step" for anyone who has learned to fly successfully with a trainer.
Features
- A scaled down version of the popular Habu STS and SS 70mm EDFs that's more affordable and convenient for more pilots to fly in more places
- Based on one of the best first and high-performance EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) sport jet platforms ever designed — the legendary Habu
- Unique airframe design delivers incredible low-speed handling and slow speed performance that makes it one of the easiest to fly jets EVER
- Specially tuned brushless motor and 50mm 12-blade fan compatible with extremely common 3S batteries
- Popular and affordable 3S 1300–2200mAh batteries deliver excellent performance and flight times
- 30-amp Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart Lite ESC provides real-time battery voltage, current, RPM and other data via compatible receivers and transmitters
- 4-channel control including a functional rudder and 4 factory-installed servos for full aerobatic capability
- Includes optional-use fixed landing gear with a steerable nosewheel for improved ground handling
- Easy to hand launch and belly land without the landing gear installed
- Lightweight yet durable composite-reinforced EPO construction
- Factory-finished in a high-visibility trim scheme
- Fast and easy assembly – no glue required
Easy To Fly And Extremely Fun
The E-flite® Habu SS (Super Sport) 50mm EDF is perfect for low-time to experienced pilots looking for a hassle-free, fun to fly high-performance EDF sport jet. The unique and optimized design of its lightweight yet durable, composite-reinforced EPO airframe improves low-speed handling and slow speed performance to make it one of the easiest to fly jets EVER! Unlike other 50mm class models, it also has a functional rudder for added control and aerobatic capabilities. Inside, a Spektrum™ Avian™ 30-amp Smart Lite ESC and high-power brushless outrunner motor are ready to drive the 12-blade 50mm fan with a wide range of 3S batteries. Install a 1300mAh battery to keep the weight down, an 1800mAh battery for an excellent blend of performance, or a 2200mAh battery for maximum power delivery and long flight times. With Smart and non-Smart batteries, the ESC can also provide a variety of real-time power system telemetry data including motor RPM, current, battery voltage and more via compatible receivers (including the AR631) and Spektrum AirWare™ equipped transmitters. Wide-stance tricycle landing gear with a steerable nose wheel offers great ground handling for easier takeoffs and landings on surfaces ranging from paved runways to dirt and even short grass. It's also easy to hand launch and belly land without the landing gear installed. The Habu SS 50mm EDF arrives factory-finished in a high-visibility trim scheme with the power system, servos, and receiver (BNF® Basic version only) factory-installed. You'll be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery!
If you're completely new to flying RC (Radio Controlled) aircraft, we recommend learning to fly with one of our purpose-built trainer aircraft such as the E-flite® Habu STS (Smart Trainer with SAFE) 70mm EDF (www.horizonhobby.cc/HabuSTSRTF). It's equipped with exclusive and innovative SAFE® technology that makes it possible for almost anyone to learn to fly successfully! The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes everything needed to fly in one box and is the perfect choice if you're a new RC pilot.
- Completion Level: Plug-N-Play (PNP)
- Power Type: Electric
- Fan Size: 50mm EDF with 12 blades
- Motor Type: Brushless outrunner
- Motor Size: 2628-4900Kv 6-pole brushless outrunner
- ESC: Spektrum Avian 30A Brushless Smart Lite (installed)
- ESC Current Rating: 30 Amps
- ESC Features: Real-time telemetry including motor RPM, current, battery voltage and more via compatible receivers and transmitters; Smart and non-Smart battery compatible; optional-use thrust reversing
- Battery Required: 3S 11.1V 1300–2200mAh LiPo with EC3 or IC3 connector (sold separately)
- Battery Type: 3S LiPo
- Battery Options: 1300mAh, 1800mAh or 2200mAh
- Radio Required: Full-range 4+ channel transmitter and receiver (sold separately)
- Radio Protocol: Spektrum DSMX compatible; telemetry via AR631 or similar Smart receivers and AirWare-equipped transmitters
- Compatible Transmitters: DX6e, DX8e, DX6 G2/G3, DX8 G2, DX9, NX6, NX8, NX10, iX12, iX20
- Servos: 4 factory-installed servos (included)
- Control Channels: 4-channel with functional rudder
- Landing Gear: Optional-use fixed tricycle landing gear with steerable nose wheel
- Landing Gear Features: Wide-stance design for excellent ground handling; removable for hand launches and belly landings
- Wingspan: 27.56 inches (700mm)
- Length: 30.51 inches (775mm)
- Material: EPO foam with composite reinforcement
- Product Weight without Battery: 15 oz (424g)
- Product Weight with 3S 1300mAh Battery: 20 oz (577g)
- Flaps: No
- Aerobatic Capability: Yes, full 4-channel aerobatic control
- Trim Scheme Colours: White, Grey, Orange
- Thrust Reversing: Optional-use thrust reversing available for landing rollout and ground handling
- Skill Level: Level 2 (Intermediate)
- Assembly Time: Less than one hour
- Assembly Method: Glue-free, no special tools required
- Construction: Factory-finished composite-reinforced EPO airframe
- Launch Method: Hand launch capable or powered takeoff with landing gear
- Landing Method: Belly landing or conventional landing with gear
- In the Box: E-flite Habu SS 50mm EDF airframe; Spektrum Avian 30A Brushless Smart Lite ESC (installed); Brushless outrunner motor (installed); 4 servos (installed); Product manual
- Needed to Complete: Full-range 4+ channel transmitter and receiver; 3S 11.1V 1300–2200mAh LiPo battery with EC3 or IC3 connector; Compatible LiPo charger
Overview
The E-flite Habu SS 50mm EDF is an affordable and convenient high-performance electric ducted fan sport jet that's perfect for low-time RC pilots making their next step into jet flying, and it's one of the best everyday EDF models for more experienced pilots too. Based on one of the best first and high-performance EDF sport jet platforms ever designed — the legendary Habu — this is the most affordable and convenient version yet, scaled down from the popular Habu STS and SS 70mm EDFs. It's the first-ever 50mm class model from E-flite, making it the perfect introduction to jet flying for RC enthusiasts in the UK looking for a ready-to-fly brushless RC jet without the complexity or cost of larger models.
This Plug-N-Play model arrives mostly factory-assembled with the power system and servos already installed, requiring minimal final assembly before you're ready to take to the skies. The unique and optimised airframe design delivers incredible low-speed handling and slow-speed performance that makes it one of the easiest to fly jets available, even for those new to the world of electric RC aircraft. Whether you're stepping into EDFs for the first time or looking for an everyday jet to enjoy at more flying sites across the UK, the Habu SS 50mm PNP offers quick, glue-free assembly and the ability to hand launch and belly land for maximum versatility.
The power system is compatible with extremely common and popular 3S 1300–2200mAh LiPo batteries, making it incredibly convenient to operate with affordable, widely-available battery options. This combination of accessibility, performance and ease-of-use makes the Habu SS 50mm an excellent choice for anyone looking to experience jet flying without the steep learning curve typically associated with EDF models.
Key Features
- Scaled-down Habu platform — This model distils the legendary Habu STS and SS 70mm concepts into a compact, highly approachable sport jet that's more affordable and convenient for more pilots to fly in more places around the UK, without compromising on performance or capability.
- Exceptional low-speed handling — The unique airframe design delivers incredible low-speed and slow-speed performance that makes it one of the easiest to fly jets ever created, perfect for pilots transitioning from trainer aircraft to high-performance jets.
- Factory-installed 12-blade 50mm EDF — The professionally tuned 50mm electric ducted fan with 12 blades provides impressive thrust and efficiency, paired with a high-power brushless outrunner motor for exceptional performance across a wide range of battery capacities.
- Spektrum Avian 30A Smart Lite ESC with real-time telemetry — The advanced electronic speed controller delivers real-time power system data including motor RPM, current draw, battery voltage and more via compatible receivers and Spektrum AirWare-equipped transmitters, allowing you to monitor your jet's performance whilst flying.
- Optional-use thrust reversing — Help shorten rollout after landing and gain special ground handling capabilities, giving you greater control during touchdown and taxi operations on various surfaces.
- 4-channel control with functional rudder — Unlike other 50mm class models, the Habu SS includes a fully functional rudder and four factory-installed servos for complete aerobatic capability and responsive flight control.
- Optional-use fixed tricycle landing gear — Wide-stance landing gear with steerable nose wheel offers excellent ground handling for easier takeoffs and landings on surfaces ranging from paved runways to dirt and short grass, or you can remove it for hand launches and belly landings.
- Composite-reinforced EPO construction — Lightweight yet durable foam airframe with composite reinforcement provides excellent durability whilst keeping the overall weight low for superior performance and flight characteristics.
- Factory-finished high-visibility trim scheme — The aircraft arrives in an eye-catching white, grey and orange colour scheme that makes it easy to track in the sky and looks great at the flying field.
- Fast, glue-free assembly — The Habu SS arrives with the power system, ESC, motor and servos already installed, requiring less than one hour of straightforward final assembly with no glue or special tools needed.
- Compatible with popular 3S 1300–2200mAh LiPo batteries — Use 1300mAh for lightweight performance, 1800mAh for an excellent blend of speed and flight time, or 2200mAh for maximum power delivery and extended flight durations.
Technical Performance
The E-flite Habu SS 50mm EDF delivers impressive performance through its carefully engineered power system and aerodynamically optimised airframe. At its heart is a 2628-4900Kv brushless outrunner motor with six poles, providing smooth, efficient power delivery across the full throttle range. The Spektrum Avian 30A Smart Lite ESC is specifically tuned to work with this motor and the 12-blade 50mm fan, enabling compatibility with a wide range of extremely common 3S 11.1V LiPo batteries from 1300mAh up to 2200mAh capacity. The lightweight composite-reinforced EPO foam construction keeps the overall weight down to just 424 grams without battery or 577 grams with a 1300mAh pack, contributing to the exceptional flight characteristics and ease of handling that make this jet so approachable for pilots of all experience levels. The aircraft measures 775mm in length with a wingspan of 700mm, making it compact enough to transport and store easily whilst still providing the stability and control response expected from a modern high-performance jet. The airframe's unique design prioritises low-speed handling and stability, which combined with the responsive servo-actuated control surfaces and rudder control, delivers the kind of accessible yet capable performance that makes jet flying enjoyable and achievable for everyone, whether you're flying at a dedicated RC flying field in the UK or exploring new locations.
What's in the Box
- E-flite Habu SS 50mm EDF airframe
- Spektrum Avian 30A Brushless Smart Lite ESC (factory-installed)
- Brushless outrunner motor 2628-4900Kv 6-pole (factory-installed)
- Four factory-installed servos
- Product manual
What You Need to Complete
- Full-range 4+ channel radio transmitter and compatible receiver (sold separately)
- 3S 11.1V 1300–2200mAh LiPo battery with EC3 or IC3 connector (sold separately)
- Compatible LiPo battery charger (sold separately)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the E-flite Habu SS 50mm EDF suitable for beginners and first-time jet pilots? — Yes, absolutely. This model is specifically designed as the perfect first-ever EDF for low-time RC pilots making the transition into jet flying. The unique airframe design delivers exceptional low-speed handling and slow-speed performance that makes it one of the easiest to fly jets ever created. If you're completely new to flying RC aircraft, E-flite also recommends learning with a purpose-built trainer like the Habu STS 70mm EDF with SAFE technology, but the Habu SS 50mm is an excellent next step once you have basic piloting skills.
- What battery does the Habu SS 50mm EDF need and what are the flight time options? — The model is compatible with 3S 11.1V LiPo batteries ranging from 1300mAh to 2200mAh capacity with EC3 or IC3 connectors. You can install a 1300mAh battery to keep the weight down for responsive handling, an 1800mAh battery for an excellent blend of performance and flight time, or a 2200mAh battery for maximum power delivery and the longest flight durations.
- What is included in the Plug-N-Play version and what do I need to buy separately? — The PNP version comes with the complete airframe, power system including the Spektrum Avian 30A Smart Lite ESC and brushless motor, plus four factory-installed servos. You'll need to purchase separately a compatible full-range 4+ channel radio transmitter and receiver, a 3S LiPo battery (1300–2200mAh), and a compatible charger. This PNP approach lets you use your own radio system rather than bundling equipment you may already own.
- How does the Habu SS 50mm compare to other EDF models and what makes it different? — The Habu SS 50mm is the first-ever 50mm class model from E-flite, making it more affordable and convenient than larger 70mm EDFs whilst maintaining the legendary Habu platform's reputation for quality and performance. Unlike other 50mm class models, the Habu SS includes a fully functional rudder for added control and complete aerobatic capability. The unique optimised airframe design prioritises low-speed handling, making it easier to fly than most other jets whilst still delivering impressive performance with popular, affordable 3S batteries.
- Can I fly the Habu SS 50mm without landing gear? — Yes, the landing gear is optional-use. You can remove it for more speed and improved vertical performance, then hand launch the aircraft and perform belly landings on grass, which is particularly convenient if you're flying at locations without paved runways or prepared landing areas.
- What does the Smart Lite ESC do and what are the benefits of telemetry? — The Spektrum Avian 30A Smart Lite ESC can provide real-time telemetry data including motor RPM, current draw, battery voltage and other power system information. This data is transmitted via compatible receivers such as the AR631 and Spektrum AirWare-equipped transmitters like the DX6e, DX8e, DX6 G2/G3, DX8 G2, DX9, NX6, NX8, NX10, iX12, iX20 and others, allowing you to monitor your jet's performance and battery status whilst flying for greater awareness and safety.
- What radio system do I need for the Habu SS 50mm? — You'll need a full-range 4+ channel radio transmitter with a compatible receiver. Many Spektrum systems work well with this model, including the DX6e, DX8e, and various G2/G3 generation radios. The receiver is not included in the PNP version, so you choose the system that best suits your needs and budget.
- How long does assembly take and is special equipment needed? — Assembly takes approximately less than one hour of straightforward final assembly. No glue or special tools are required, making it ideal for pilots who want to get flying quickly without spending excessive time on preparation.
- What is the product weight and how does it affect performance? — The Habu SS 50mm weighs 424 grams without battery and approximately 577 grams with a 3S 1300mAh LiPo battery installed. The lightweight construction contributes to the exceptional flight characteristics, low-speed handling and ease of control that make this jet so accessible to pilots of all experience levels.
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