STRIX McTwist Twin EPP Flat Foam KIT: Choose Your Electronics
by STRIX

STRIX McTwist Twin EPP Flat Foam KIT: Choose Your Electronics

Get ready to twist, turn, and flip through the skies with the all-new STRIX McTwist RC Airplane! Crafted from premium 8mm EPP flat foam, this cutting-edge twin motor airplane is designed to push the boundaries and deliver unparalleled excitement for hours. 

Key Features

• Twin Motor Design: The McTwist's dual motor configuration sets the stage for jaw-dropping spins and daring maneuvers. Show off your aerobatic skills and leave onlookers in awe with the models versatile flight capabilities. 
• Easy and Fun to Fly: Whether you're a seasoned pilot or just starting your RC journey, the McTwist offers a user-friendly flying experience. Its stable flight characteristics and responsive controls make every flight a joyous adventure.
• Durable Design: With a doubled leading edge and blunt nose, the STRIX McTwist is built to withstand the rigors of high-performance flying while providing exceptional durability and impact resistance. Whether you're pushing the limits in aerobatic stunts or landing in challenging terrains, the McTwist remains robust and resilient, while also increasing lift. 
• Mesmerizing Night Flights: Take to the skies even after the sun sets! The McTwist is an excellent night flyer when equipped with LED lights. Watch as it creates mesmerizing light trails that dance through the dark.
• Outstanding Stall Characteristics: Experience unrivaled stability during stalls and maneuvers. The McTwist's superb stall characteristics ensure a smooth and predictable recovery, adding an extra layer of confidence to your flights.
• Compact and Portable: Designed with convenience in mind, the McTwist is compact enough to fit comfortably on the seat of your car. Its size doesn't compromise visibility or flight performance, making it a perfect travel companion.
• Easy Assembly: The McTwist comes out of the box with the main body as one solid piece, featuring pre-cut and hinged elevons, as well as spar slots pre-cut from the factory. This speeds up your build time, reduces glue, and removed the headache of beveling foam elevons!
• Vertical Takeoff: The McTwist's winglets enable vertical takeoffs when sitting upright on a stable surface!

Specifications

• Material: 8mm EPP flat foam
• Wingspan: 26.75" (68cm) 
• Length: 20.5" (52cm)
• Weight: 225 grams (built with electronics, no battery)
• Flight Time: 7 to 15 minutes depending on your thumbs and chosen battery. 
• CG Recommendation - In front of the rearward canopy latch point (CF Strip)

Choose Your Electronics

• Motors: Each selection includes 6 pairs of 2mm bullet connectors and require soldering & heat shrink.
  • EMAX ECO II 2306 Brushless Motor 1900KV
  • EMAX ECO II 2207 Brushless Motor 1900KV
• ESCs: Each selection includes XT30 connectors if not installed from the factory. Also Includes XT60 Male to 2x XT30 Female Parallel Adapter.
  • SunnySky X 18A Airplane ESC 2-6S 4A BEC BLHeli_S (Note: These do not include JST plugs required for LED kit)
  • Flite Test FT 25A ESC w/ XT30 (2mm bullets)
• Propellers:
  • EMAX Avan Scimitar 5x3.0x3 5030-3 Propeller Red
  • HQ Prop Ethix S4 Lemon Lime 5X3.65X3
• Servos:
  • EMAX ES08A II Servo
  • EMAX ES08MA II 12g Metal Gear Servo
  • EMAX ES08MD II 12g Digital Metal Gear Servo

Recommended

• 1300-2200mAH 3s Battery (We have also found that 4s works great with stock electronics, but may reduce overall LED life)
• Foam-Tac and hot glue. 
• McTwist NoctuaGlow COB LED Package

Package Includes

• STRIX McTwist Twin EPP Flat Foam KIT
• 4mm x 1mm carbon fiber spars
• Motor Mounts
• Control horns and linkages

The STRIX McTwist arrives as an easy to build kit, requiring full assembly.

Note: LEDs Shown in this product listing photo are custom and not included

Information and Links

• RCGroups Thread about the McTwist by FlattyFlier! (Unsolicited by RMRC)
• McTwist Airframe Assembly Instructions
• LED Installation Instructions (LEDs get warm. Don't use hot glue!)
• Radio Setup for SPEKTRUM

IMPORTANT FOR SPEKTRUM USERS! If setting up differential thrust, you need at least a 6 channel receiver. The mixes are a little harder with Spektrum compared to other radios, but we found method number 2 in the link above worked for us. Let us know if you find a better or easier way!

LEDs shown in product photo are not included.