Overview
The E-flite Timber 1.5m 10th Anniversary Special Edition PNP is a celebration of one of the most iconic and best-selling RC aircraft ever made. Since its original release in 2016, the Timber has earned its reputation as the ultimate all-around fun-to-fly model, and this special anniversary edition honours that legacy whilst incorporating all the modern conveniences and technologies that today's RC pilots expect. Whether you're looking for an everyday sport flyer, a STOL-capable aircraft for rough terrain, or a model that can handle impressive aerobatic manoeuvres, the Timber 1.5m remains the perfect choice for experienced pilots seeking a versatile, reliable brushless RC plane.
This Plug-N-Play version arrives with a factory-installed Spektrum brushless power system, metal-geared servos, and ESC already fitted and ready to connect to your compatible receiver. The iconic short-nosed look and trim scheme faithfully recreate the original design that made the Timber famous, but with significant upgrades including a top-mounted battery hatch for faster battery changes, a larger battery compartment, strengthened landing gear mounts with heavy-duty springs, and combined wing connectors for simplified assembly and transport. The PNP format makes it ideal for experienced RC enthusiasts who already own compatible Spektrum radio systems and want to get flying quickly without the complexity of a full build kit.
The Timber 1.5m 10th Anniversary Special Edition is engineered for versatility. Its shock-absorbing landing gear with oversized tundra-style wheels enables short take-offs and landings from rough strips, thick grass, gravel paths, and dirt trails that would defeat most RC aircraft of this size. The included float set with dual, steerable water rudders opens up lake and pond flying, whilst optional leading edge slats (included) dramatically improve slow-flight performance. With composite-reinforced EPO construction keeping weight low and strength high, this brushless RC aircraft is equally at home performing smooth sport flying or pulling inverted manoeuvres. For UK RC pilots seeking a dependable, multi-purpose aircraft that handles everything from gentle grass strips to demanding aerobatic routines, the Timber 1.5m represents outstanding value and proven capability.
Key Features
- 10th Anniversary Special Edition Design — This exclusive release celebrates the iconic Timber lineage with the classic short-nosed appearance and authentic trim scheme of the original, combined with all the modern upgrades and technologies that have made current Timber models so capable and user-friendly. It's a tribute to a legendary aircraft that remains one of the most popular RC planes available today.
- Factory-Installed Spektrum Brushless Power System — The model comes pre-fitted with a Spektrum brushless outrunner motor and Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite brushless ESC, eliminating the need to source and install power components yourself. This high-power system delivers abundant thrust on 3S batteries or unlimited vertical performance on 4S, with no modifications required.
- Top-Mounted Battery Hatch with Larger Compartment — The convenient top-mounted hatch allows rapid battery changes without removing the fuselage, whilst the enlarged battery bay accommodates 3S 2200mAh through to 4S 5000mAh LiPo packs, giving you flexibility in choosing flight duration and performance characteristics for different flying sessions.
- Six Metal-Geared Servos with Precise Control — All six control servos feature durable metal gears rather than plastic, providing greater reliability and longevity whilst delivering the precise, responsive control essential for STOL operations, aerobatic manoeuvres, and smooth sport flying across a range of conditions.
- Incredible Short Take-Off and Landing (STOL) Capability — The combination of drooped wingtips, functional slotted flaps, optional leading edge slats (included), lightweight design, and powerful brushless motor enables take-offs and landings in remarkably short distances, opening up flying opportunities from challenging terrain that most aircraft cannot handle.
- Strengthened Landing Gear with Heavy-Duty Springs — Reinforced main landing gear mounts combined with heavy-duty shock-absorbing springs dramatically improve durability when operating from rough surfaces, whilst shock absorption protects the airframe during less-than-perfect landings on grass, gravel, and dirt.
- Optional-Use Leading Edge Slats Included — These performance upgrades are supplied in the box and can be easily installed to improve slow-flight characteristics and extend your STOL envelope, allowing even shorter take-offs and landings whilst maintaining excellent control authority at low speeds.
- Included Float Set with Steerable Water Rudders — The complete float landing gear system enables water operations from lakes, ponds, and rivers, whilst dual steerable water rudders provide excellent directional control during water taxi, take-off, and landing operations, making aquatic flying both practical and enjoyable.
- LED Landing, Navigation and Strobe Lights — Factory-installed and powered from your flight battery, realistic LED lighting improves visibility during low-light flying sessions and adds authentic scale appearance to your aerobatic performances and relaxed evening flights.
- Combined Wing Connectors for Simplified Assembly — The latest generation combined servo and LED connectors make installing and removing the two-piece wing faster and more convenient than ever, dramatically reducing the time required for assembly and making transport and storage between flying sessions significantly easier.
- Stiffened Wing for Enhanced Aileron Authority — The reinforced wing structure provides improved aileron authority and roll rates, translating into more responsive and confidence-inspiring handling during sport and aerobatic manoeuvres, making the aircraft feel more locked-in and precise throughout its flight envelope.
- Composite-Reinforced EPO Construction — The hollow-core EPO fuselage and wings incorporate composite reinforcement strategically positioned to deliver exceptional strength-to-weight ratios, resulting in an airframe that is lightweight enough for impressive slow-flight and STOL performance whilst remaining robust enough for aerobatic abuse and rough-field operations.
- Fast Glue-Free Assembly with Bolt-On Design — All components use mechanical fasteners rather than adhesives, allowing you to have the aircraft ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge your flight battery, with no waiting for epoxy curing or specialised tools required for final assembly.
- Compatible with 3S or 4S LiPo Batteries — The flexible power system accepts both 3S 11.1V and 4S 14.8V battery packs from 2200mAh to 5000mAh capacity, allowing you to select battery chemistry based on whether you prioritise flight duration and gentler handling or maximum power and vertical performance for that particular flying session.
- Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite ESC with Telemetry — Beyond standard speed control, this intelligent ESC provides real-time flight data including battery voltage, current draw, and motor RPM to compatible Spektrum transmitters and receivers, allowing you to monitor your aircraft's status throughout every flight and make informed decisions about power management.
Technical Performance
The E-flite Timber 1.5m 10th Anniversary Special Edition delivers impressive performance through intelligent engineering and quality components. The brushless outrunner motor has been specially tuned to work seamlessly with a 2-blade propeller, optimised for the aircraft's weight and wing loading to deliver maximum efficiency across the entire speed range from near-hover slow-flight to spirited aerobatic manoeuvres. The Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite brushless ESC provides the current capacity to handle power demands whilst remaining lightweight, and its Smart Lite designation means it communicates with compatible Spektrum receiver systems to provide real-time telemetry including battery voltage, motor current draw, and RPM data, allowing pilots to monitor aircraft status throughout flight. Battery compatibility spans the practical range for this class of aircraft: 3S 11.1V configurations from 2200mAh to 5000mAh, or 4S 14.8V packs in the same capacity range. The 3S option delivers solid sport performance and extended flight times ideal for leisurely flying sessions, whilst 4S batteries unlock substantially more power and unlimited vertical capability for aerobatic flying, with the larger battery compartment accommodating any combination within these specifications. The airframe weighs just 1590 grams, a remarkably light figure for a 1500mm-wingspan aircraft that incorporates six servos, LED lighting, and a brushless power system, testament to the efficiency of composite-reinforced EPO construction. This low weight enables the famous Timber slow-flight characteristics and STOL performance that have made the Timber family legendary amongst RC pilots. The aircraft measures 1054mm in length and 1500mm across the wings, proportions that deliver excellent handling whilst remaining transportable in standard vehicles. Construction methods combine glue-free mechanical assembly for the airframe with pre-installed components including the motor, ESC, servos, and lighting system, minimising assembly time and reducing the likelihood of assembly-related failures. The stiffened wing structure and reinforced fuselage ensure that despite its lightweight nature, the aircraft can handle the stresses of aggressive aerobatics, rough-field landings, and the vibration loads inherent to STOL operations with shock-absorbing gear.
What's in the Box
- E-flite Timber 1.5m 10th Anniversary Special Edition airframe with fuselage and two-piece wing
- Six Spektrum metal-geared servos (factory-installed in control surfaces)
- Spektrum brushless outrunner motor (factory-installed in fuselage)
- Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite brushless ESC (factory-installed in fuselage)
- 2-blade propeller (factory-installed on motor shaft)
- Shock-absorbing landing gear with oversized tundra-style wheels and tyres
- Functional slotted flaps (installed and ready to operate)
- LED landing, navigation, and strobe lights (factory-installed and wired)
- Set of optional-use leading edge slats for improved slow-flight performance
- Set of optional-use floats with dual steerable water rudders for water flying
- Product manual with assembly, setup, and flight instructions
What You Need to Complete
- Full-range 5+ channel Spektrum transmitter and compatible receiver system (sold separately) — your existing radio can be used if compatible with Spektrum receivers
- 3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V LiPo battery pack with EC3 or IC3 connector, 2200–5000mAh capacity (sold separately)
- Compatible LiPo battery charger with appropriate charging connector (sold separately if not already owned)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the E-flite Timber 1.5m 10th Anniversary PNP suitable for RC aircraft beginners? — This model is rated as Skill Level 3 and is intended for experienced RC pilots, not beginners. You should have prior experience flying trainer aircraft like the HobbyZone AeroScout 1.1m or the E-flite Apprentice STS 1.5m before attempting to fly the Timber 1.5m. The PNP format adds complexity because you must install a compatible receiver yourself, set up radio channels correctly, and tune the aircraft for proper flight characteristics. However, if you have the necessary flying experience and radio setup knowledge, this aircraft will reward you with years of enjoyable, versatile flying.
- What battery does the Timber 1.5m 10th Anniversary need and how long does it fly? — The aircraft requires either a 3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V LiPo battery, with capacities ranging from 2200mAh to 5000mAh. The 3S option provides longer flight durations ideal for casual sport flying, whilst 4S delivers more power for aerobatics and more spirited performance. The larger 5000mAh 4S batteries offer extended endurance, whilst smaller 2200mAh packs reduce weight for crisper aerobatic response. The battery connector is EC3 or IC3 type. Your specific flight time depends on battery capacity, cell count selection, your flying style, and wind conditions, but the low 1590g weight means reasonable endurance across the full battery range.
- What radio system and receiver do I need for this aircraft? — The Timber 1.5m 10th Anniversary PNP is designed for Spektrum radio systems and receivers. You will need a full-range 5+ channel Spektrum transmitter and a compatible Spektrum receiver system. The PNP version does not include a receiver, allowing you to choose whether you want AS3X+ and SAFE Select stabilisation features or a more basic receiver, depending on your flying preferences and experience. If you already own a Spektrum radio system, this makes the aircraft very cost-effective. If you do not own compatible Spektrum equipment, you will need to budget for a transmitter and receiver in addition to the aircraft purchase.
- Can the Timber 1.5m perform aerobatics? — Yes, the Timber 1.5m 10th Anniversary Special Edition is fully aerobatics-capable. The stiffened wing provides excellent aileron authority, the brushless power system delivers ample thrust for vertical manoeuvres, and the composite-reinforced EPO construction is robust enough for inverted flight, loops, rolls, and other aerobatic manoeuvres. The low wing loading and lightweight design mean the aircraft will float through slow, controlled aerobatics beautifully, making it excellent for practicing and developing aerobatic skills. With 4S battery power, vertical performance is particularly impressive.
- What's the difference between this 10th Anniversary Special Edition and other Timber models? — This special edition honours the 10th anniversary of the original Timber's release with the authentic short-nosed appearance and classic trim scheme of that original aircraft, combined with all the modern upgrades from current Timber production. Key improvements include the top-mounted battery hatch for faster battery changes, the larger battery compartment accommodating bigger packs for extended flight times, stronger landing gear mounts with heavy-duty springs for improved durability on rough terrain, combined wing connectors for faster assembly and removal, and the latest generation Spektrum Avian 70-Amp Smart Lite ESC with telemetry capability. If you compare it to basic Timber models, you get more convenience, better durability, and modern connectivity features.
- Can I fly the Timber 1.5m from water? — Absolutely. The aircraft comes with a complete float landing gear system featuring dual steerable water rudders, allowing you to take off and land from lakes, ponds, rivers, and other water surfaces. The steerable water rudders provide directional control during water taxi and operations. The floats are optional-use, meaning you can swap them out for the standard wheeled gear in minutes, giving you complete flexibility to operate from grass strips, water, or rough terrain depending on your flying location.
- How long does the aircraft take to assemble? — Assembly is remarkably quick. The airframe uses glue-free, mechanical fastener assembly, and the motor, ESC, servos, and lighting system are all pre-installed. You will primarily need to install your receiver, assemble the two-piece wing using the combined connectors, attach your chosen landing gear (wheels or floats), install the propeller, and verify all control surfaces move correctly. Most pilots can complete final assembly in less time than it takes to charge their flight battery, typically 20-30 minutes for someone familiar with RC aircraft setup.
- Is the Timber 1.5m good for slow flying and STOL operations? — The Timber 1.5m was specifically designed to excel at STOL flying. The functional slotted flaps, optional leading edge slats (included), drooped wingtips, lightweight construction, and powerful brushless motor enable spectacular short take-offs and landings from minimal space. Many pilots successfully operate from rough terrain strips, small grass fields, and tight spaces that would be impossible for conventional aircraft. The low wing loading ensures gentle, controllable slow-flight characteristics, and the included floats extend STOL concepts to water surfaces, making this one of the most versatile STOL-capable aircraft available at this size.
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