P-51D Mustang RTF Electric

by ParkZone

Product Details

• Item Weight: 7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds
• ASIN: B0009RH3N6
• Item model number: PKZ1500
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #503,704 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Know What You're Buying, July 10, 2006

By 

David J. Baughman "Dave McDave" (Murfreesboro, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: P-51D Mustang RTF Electric (Toy)

The first reviewer down below obviously hasn't researched this product as fully as he should have. This is NOT a beginner's plane. It is a 3-channel, low-wing aileron flyer. For a beginner's type plane, check out the ParkZone J-3 Cub, Slo-V, or the new HobbyZone Cub coming out in July '06 - they are high wing planes, slower, and use rudders and elevators rather than ailerons.

However, if you've already garnered some experience not only in RC plane piloting, but also in an aileron aircraft, you should enjoy this plane immensely. While ParkZone has somewhat improved upon the P-51D's design with their new Focke Wulf 190 they recently released, who could resist flying this American classic?

With the stock motor, battery, and prop, it's rated for a top speed of 40 MPH straight from the factory. Again, much more speed and much different handling characteristics than what you'll want (and be able to handle) if you're new to the hobby. We all want to fly great looking planes, but you have to work your way up. Otherwise you'll end up just wasting money and getting turned off before you ever make it to the REALLY awesome planes.

In comparison, the ParkZone J-3 Cub flys at cruising speed of 20 MPH from the factory, is a high wing plane, and though it is 3-channel (throttle, rudder, and elevator controls), it is still MUCH more suited for a beginner pilot. I fly my Cub nearly ever day, actually ... it's peaceful and easy to manage.

The Slo-V is a slow enough flyer to actually launch and fly it in a large gym or meeting hall, and an incredibly popular flyer for both beginners and experts as well with lots of possibilties to upgrade and enhance it (though it's a purely "functional" aircraft and isn't scale by any means ... it looks more like a stick with wings than a plane).

So in conclusion, this is a fun and inexpensive Ready-to-Fly package for the intermediate to experienced pilot, but not suggested for people new to flying R/C planes. You'll most likely just end up frustrated and broke if you buy this before learning to fly with a more "trainer" type of craft.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent plane but not for beginners, June 25, 2006

By 

Snakecharmer1222 (USA) - See all my reviews

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: P-51D Mustang RTF Electric (Toy)

An experienced friend of mine, who has taught me a thing or two about this hobby, has flown this airplane dozens of times with little trouble. With that in mind, I've been hearing countless misconceptions about flying model airplanes. For one, "Ready to Fly" does not mean you can just take the plane out of the box and shoot it into the air. It simply means that the airplane comes with all its parts and requires roughly 1 hour of preparation. Other more expensive models (which are even more difficult to fly) require a VERY expensive universal radio which can be around $300-$400. Some of them don't even have motors or servos! Another problem people encounter is the weather. Do not fly in strong winds unless you're REALLY experienced! If you flew a plane on a larger scale, it would be like trying to fly in a twister. Model airplanes may be durable but they AREN'T indestructible! After having that cleared up, let's talk about this Mustang. Despite its small motor, it is powerful enough climb vertically to point and perform stunts. The range of the radio is okay, nothing new in model airplanes. My rule of thumb is that if you can see which direction the airplane's heading, you're okay. The only disadvantage this Mustang has is that it has no landing gears, so I suggest trying to land it somewhere grassy. However, I highly do not recommend this plane for begginners. I currently fly a J3 Cub and it's pretty fast. However, this Mustang is fastER. That's not surprising since this Mustang has a larger battery than the Cub. Aside from being extremely fast, this Mustang has ailerons that allow the plane to do barrel-rolls. With the horizontal tail rudder added in, the plane has the ability to change directions. Ailerons are definitely not recommended for beginners since they can sometimes spin out of control. Other planes, such as my J3 Cub, use a vertical tail rudder to turn, which allows better control. If you are a beginner, have an interest in flying model airplanes, and are not afraid to spend roughly 100-200 dollars, I suggest you start with a Slo-V, which is from the same company and is pretty much the slowest plane on the market. According to other reviews, the Slo-V is also durable. Sometimes it's better to start off easy than to spend more money buying spare parts. As long as you read the ENTIRE instruction manual, (especially the WARRANTY! In fact, the warranty should be the first thing you peruse as soon as you open the box), you could save a lot of money and have fun flying and teaching with friends and family!

4.0 out of 5 stars tough plane!, November 9, 2009

By 

Roger (NYC) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: P-51D Mustang RTF Electric (Toy)

This plane is build with EPP foam, which absorbs shock from unexpected encounters:

1) I planted the plane nose-first into the grass following a hand launch; the spinner broke off but the plane was otherwise good to go.

2) I flew into some tree branches at full speed; the canopy popped off, the plane got jostled around, then exited the tree and kept on flying! Other than a small dent in the wing, there was no damage.