Please click "Read more" for links and more information. Yes, that is the sound of the actual model in the video! Please visit (www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+F-16+80mm&search-button=&lang=default) for more information on the E-flite F-16 Falcon 80mm EDF. The E-flite® F-16 Falcon 80mm EDF jet is the Smartest, most detailed and best handling high-performance replica of the world-renowned fighter yet! Extra Scale details, including molded-in panel lines, simulated antennas, indicators, sensors, optional-use ordnance, and more take realism to the next level. Functional Extra Scale features include LED navigation and landing lights, full-flying stabs, sequenced gear doors plus the most scale-like retractable landing gear installed on an F-16 EDF model yet. Both versions include nine factory-installed digital, metal-geared servos, and with the ARF Plus version you can install the compatible receiver and an 80mm EDF power system of your choice - from another similar class model or using other compatible components. The BNF® Basic version comes factory-equipped with a Spektrum™ AR637TA receiver that includes exclusive AS3X® and optional-use SAFE® Select technologies, along with a V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-power 2100Kv brushless inrunner motor and a 100-amp Avian™ Smart ESC to deliver fantastic performance with popular 6S 4000-7000mAh LiPo batteries. This efficient power system provides better performance and longer flight times than the 6S-compatible power systems used in similar sized models powered by 90mm EDFs. The ESC and receiver supply real-time battery voltage, motor RPM and other telemetry data via compatible transmitters. Constructed of durable, fully-molded EPO, this F-16 assembles without glue and can be ready to fly in less time than other similar class models! ARF Plus Completion Level (ARF Plus version only) This Almost-Ready-To-Fly (ARF) Plus version comes out of the box with factory-installed servos that are ready to connect to the compatible receiver of your choice (sold separately), plus the transmitter and battery you provide (also sold separately). You can also install the power system of your choice, either from another similar class model, or using other compatible components (all sold separately). Bind-N-Fly® Completion Level Advantage (BNF® Basic version only) Already own a Spektrum™ transmitter? Bind-N-Fly (BNF) aircraft make getting into the air quickly and with the best control experience possible easier than ever. They come out of the box with the power system, servos and a Spektrum 2.4GHz receiver installed so all you need to do is bind the receiver to a compatible transmitter, finish any final assembly, and fly! Exclusive Technologies (BNF® Basic version only) This high-performance F-16 Falcon model is equipped with exclusive Spektrum™ AS3X® and SAFE® Select technologies. AS3X works behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of wind and turbulence to deliver a locked-in feel that makes it seem like you're flying a much larger airplane. Optional-use SAFE Select offers pitch and bank angle limits along with automatic self-leveling that can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch to make this an easier to fly Falcon! And if you don't want to enable the SAFE Select features, simply bind the receiver normally and only AS3X will be active. High-Performance EDF (BNF® Basic version only) The V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-power 2100Kv brushless inrunner motor and 100-amp ESC combine with your 6S 4000-7000mAh 30+C LiPo battery to deliver great vertical performance and a fantastic speed range with virtually instantaneous throttle response. This efficient power system also delivers better performance and longer flight times than the 6S-compatible power systems used in 90mm class models. But what makes the experience truly rewarding is the fantastic sound it produces - it's almost like a real turbine. Extra Scale Details The F-16 Falcon 80mm EDF features an accurate outline and an abundance of Extra Scale details including molded-in panel lines and hatches, simulated antennas, indicators, sensors and much more. And, unlike other similar class models that require you to spend more to buy them separately, it includes a full complement of optional-use and easy to install/remove ordnance including six missiles plus three drop tanks. Functional Extra Scale Features Factory-installed LED navigation and landing lights, full-flying stabs, control surfaces with pocket hinges - even sequenced main gear and nose gear doors - are functional Extra Scale features that take your experience to another level. An optional simulated afterburner LED ring is also available separately to further enhance your experience. Horizon Hobby is on Facebook! Visit us facebook.com/HorizonHobby Follow HorizonHobby.com on Twitter: twitter.com/Horizon_Hobby Share your RC passion with Horizon Hobby on Instagram @Horizon_Hobby
I love the look and its proven solid reputation of this F-16 model. But I've held back buying it only because E-flite/HorizonHobby tends to drop models very quickly. It's been 3 years since this review and the model is still available! It must be a record for Horizon Hobby.
We've sold numerous models for upwards of 5-10+ years now. And if a model doesn't sell well, we typically discontinue it after 2 years or so to make room for something new!
Yes the smaller E-flite F16 is one of the best EDF Jets ever made so now a big one with all the toys like doors and lights I’m sold take my money please 🤩🤩🤩
Absolutely KILLER. All the scale detail, position lights, landing lights, all the Smart features, comes with ordnance, optional afterburner, abundant power, high alpha capability... and $100 less than I expected. Homerun, guys!!
@@HorizonHobbyProducts When you guys do the flying video can you demonstrate it's high alpha ability? Is it as good as the UMX F-16 with the full flying stabilators? Also, are they mixed in for some roll as well?
Looks and sounds like real one. Dis is amazing. What is better then to see what will bring HorizonHobby out next. I love it. Big salute to all at HH and all RC lovers here from Pilot Robert Slovenia. Happy landings.
Looks great and sounds amazing... Great job HH... Love the extra afterburner.... Only have a grass runway sadly so no chance getting off the ground at our club.
EFlite, you guys REALLY brought your A Game (again) with this one. Y’all even included SCANG Swamp Fox insignia! INCREDIBLE!!! The size, the details, full ordinance and fuel tanks! Plus Spektrum servos and electronics! Definitely a CLICK BUY!!
@@PetrincicBrosRC ROBERT IM TOTALLY SURPRISED THAT HORIZON HOBBY DOESN'T USE YOUR GREAT RUclips CHANNEL TO REACH YOUR DEDICATED SUBSCRIBERS. THERE LOSS MY FRIEND.🇬🇧🇸🇮♥️💯😁👍
Horizon! Just got into 6s jets with the 70mm Thunderbird. Now you come out with an 80mm F-16 (F-16s are my favorite jets) What a beautiful plane. I’m torn between the 80mm Blue Angel and this!
You guys are killing me! Just dropped $600 on Draco (worth every penny)!!! Well, no fly season is about here in Phoenix so this one will have to wait until October! That's gonna be a hard wait! First time hearing this I thought it had a turbine in it! Sounds amazing! Guess I won't need to paint my 70mm Tbird this summer after all. Get Calley to make me some Luke field 56th FW for the tail. 56th is a F35 FW now but...old time respect to the F16 days growing up in the valley!
Wow, impressive EDF, lots of scale features including that optional afterburner! I wish I had a freakin area where I could land that thing, really want a jet.
Its got the same awesome sound of the F18,with upgraded 2100kv upgrade(which is a powerhouse) ,scale landing gears, Avian ESC and AR637T for 20 bucks more than F18! Horizon Hobby its a HOME RUN!
Should be live on the site later today or by tomorrow at the latest! In the meantime: The optional simulated afterburner LED ring is sold separately (EFL87897; $24.99 in the US/North America) and can be Y-harnessed (Y-harness sold separately) to the throttle channel so it comes on/gets brighter as you raise the throttle. It can be installed any time after the model is assembled, and these should be available around the same time or soon after the airplanes begin shipping (currently expected around early to mid June).
Should be live on the site later today or by tomorrow at the latest! In the meantime: The optional simulated afterburner LED ring is sold separately (EFL87897; $24.99 in the US/North America) and can be Y-harnessed (Y-harness sold separately) to the throttle channel so it comes on/gets brighter as you raise the throttle. It can be installed any time after the model is assembled, and these should be available around the same time or soon after the airplanes begin shipping (currently expected around early to mid June).
The sound is defiantly enhanced on the promotional vid.....but these 80mm 12blade V2 do sound amazing better then anything else out there !! But another great job eflite!. Ill be having this f16 sitting next to my f18
Incorrect. The sound was most definitely NOT enhanced in this video! Go watch the videos from TheRcSaylors, Pilot Ryan, Brian Phillips, The RC Geek and RCINFORMER showing this model in action to hear their also box-stock models and how they perform. Not to mention your F-18 sounds just like the F-18s shown in our promotional videos for that one too :)
It’s awesome to have an indian rc jet like tejas with functionaling tail hook for carriers super scale and big as su 30 with 100mm edf super fast with real lights real looking hud and instruments with stock airspeed indicater and indian paint job and to have functional smoke with Indian tricolour with parachute for landing with cockpit door opning with 2 Rc version like airforce and naval make rc aircraft to ship to India
Possibly! But it would be better to move to the E-flite F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm model first. The 80mm model flies very similar to the 70mm model all around. It does take a bit more distance for takeoff and (especially!) landing, but other than that they handle almost the same (especially when you fly without the ordnance and drop tanks on the 80mm version...with those installed it's a bit "draggier" and takes more power/control than the 70mm model).
Great looking jet! Even though the plane has cheater holes, can I setup reverse thrust on this? Trying to find out if it has been tested. Even if only somewhat effective might be better than having nothing. I am planning to fly at our club which has about 640 ft runway
You can! It doesn't work quite as well as it would without cheater holes, but it will shorten the rollout by about 20-30% (versus the 50-60+% it does for the Viper 90mm that does not have cheater holes).
Holy Viper on fire!!!! Man alive that is an absolute beauty. Sound is tremendous and the undercarriage detail is phenomenal. I will be keeping this one on my shopping list when I get to jets. Amazing job Horizon Hobbies, by the way which trainer jet would be the one to go for gearing up for something like the Falcon?
The E-flite Habu STS 70mm EDF is a perfect first jet for experienced RC pilots...and is even a great first-ever RC airplane for new RC pilots: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+Habu+STS+70mm+EDF&search-button=&lang=default The E-flite Viper 70mm EDF is a perfect "full-house" (because unlike the Habu STS it also has retracts and flaps!) first jet for experienced RC pilots: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+Viper+70mm+EDF&search-button=&lang=default Then, after mastering the Habu STS and/or Viper, you should move into the E-flite F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF before you fly the F-16 Falcon 80mm: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+F-16+Thunderbirds+70mm&search-button=&lang=default The E-flite F-15 Eagle 64mm EDF is also a great simple and lower cost first jet for experienced RC pilots: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=F-15+Eagle+64mm+EDF&search-button=&lang=default
We have MANY more new models coming this year and beyond (we usually release about two dozen new models each year)...from ultra micro to giant scale, trainers to high performance, sport to scale. And yes, including a few exactly along the lines of what you're asking about ;)
I was thinking to buy the Draco and now comes out another masterpiece! Stop with compliments and let's go deeper.., what's her taking off distance on grass and on runway, as well as for landing? Our runway is 80meters, and my E-flite Viper without flaps needs all runway to take off and for landing even more. BTW, something else is planned also for teh next month?
Takeoffs can be very short (less than 20 meters...see the 0:43 mark in this video), but many will need more than 80 meters for landing with little to no headwind. Also, it is not well suited for most grass surfaces (unless the grass is quite short, not too thick, and the ground under the grass is not very rough...it's best suited for paved and other smooth surfaces). We have MANY more new models coming this year and beyond (we usually release about two dozen new models each year)...from ultra micro to giant scale, trainers to high performance, sport to scale!
@@HorizonHobbyProducts Thanks for your fast reply and the infos which many others i am sure want to know. What about to install wheel brakes, do you think is possible and are available at HHP?About "We have MANY more new models coming this year and beyond (we usually release about two dozen new models each year)" my problem is that you always make planes i like! ;)
The PNP version of the original F-18 80mm is still available, as are the BNF Basic and ARF Plus versions with the Blue Angels scheme: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+F-18+80mm&search-button=&lang=default
The first shipments are currently on schedule to arrive at our warehouses in the US and EU by early to mid June and will begin shipping ASAP after that!
When these are in stock in our CA warehouse (in Ontario, CA), transit time to most locations in CA will be 1-2 days. This model has outsold expectations so we currently only have a limited supply available in our IL warehouse. Transit time to most locations in CA will be 3-5 days from that warehouse, and if you want one ASAP, you should order it right away (otherwise we won't have more stock available until January or February of next year!): www.horizonhobby.com/product/f-16-falcon-80mm-edf-jet-smart-bnf-basic-with-safe-select/EFL87850.html
Uh oh! We still have MANY more new models coming this year and beyond (we usually release about two dozen new models each year)...from ultra micro to giant scale, trainers to high performance, sport to scale :)
@@HorizonHobbyProducts oh I’m aware and really excited for what you have in store this year and beyond. I’m waiting for my local hobby shop to open at their new place so I can order them both.
The landing gear is very scale-like, pretty much all metal, and is painted white right from the factory! It works great on paved and smooth surfaces of course, and might work on some grass surfaces. Grass surfaces vary greatly though (length of the grass, thickness of the grass, how rough the ground is under the grass, etc.), so YMMV when it comes to that.
Hi horizon hobby but this sound of the f16 in the video it's real sound of the kit? Hope it's real but I think the video it's edited with real turbine sound. Can you explain this?
Top speed can often vary greatly depending on conditions, the performance of your battery, whether or not you have the ordnance/tanks installed, etc. But as Jason noted in the official thread over on RCGroups (seen here: www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?3883163-The-ALL-NEW-E-flite-F-16-80mm-EDF-Most-Detailed-Best-Handling-Fighting-Falcon-Yet%21): "Top level flight speed is around 120 MPH (using a 6S 5000mAh 30C Spektrum Smart LiPo battery and without the ordnance/drop tanks installed...those do add quite a bit of drag and reduce the top speed by ~10-15 MPH)."
Nice looking bird, but I really wish.... just ONCE.... someone offered an F-16 ARF that had the proper droop to the wingtips and missile rails. Sticks out like a sore thumb that they're parallel to the ground.
Please click "Read more" for links and more information. Yes, that is the sound of the actual model in the video! Please visit (www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+F-16+80mm&search-button=&lang=default) for more information on the E-flite F-16 Falcon 80mm EDF.
The E-flite® F-16 Falcon 80mm EDF jet is the Smartest, most detailed and best handling high-performance replica of the world-renowned fighter yet! Extra Scale details, including molded-in panel lines, simulated antennas, indicators, sensors, optional-use ordnance, and more take realism to the next level. Functional Extra Scale features include LED navigation and landing lights, full-flying stabs, sequenced gear doors plus the most scale-like retractable landing gear installed on an F-16 EDF model yet. Both versions include nine factory-installed digital, metal-geared servos, and with the ARF Plus version you can install the compatible receiver and an 80mm EDF power system of your choice - from another similar class model or using other compatible components. The BNF® Basic version comes factory-equipped with a Spektrum™ AR637TA receiver that includes exclusive AS3X® and optional-use SAFE® Select technologies, along with a V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-power 2100Kv brushless inrunner motor and a 100-amp Avian™ Smart ESC to deliver fantastic performance with popular 6S 4000-7000mAh LiPo batteries. This efficient power system provides better performance and longer flight times than the 6S-compatible power systems used in similar sized models powered by 90mm EDFs. The ESC and receiver supply real-time battery voltage, motor RPM and other telemetry data via compatible transmitters. Constructed of durable, fully-molded EPO, this F-16 assembles without glue and can be ready to fly in less time than other similar class models!
ARF Plus Completion Level (ARF Plus version only)
This Almost-Ready-To-Fly (ARF) Plus version comes out of the box with factory-installed servos that are ready to connect to the compatible receiver of your choice (sold separately), plus the transmitter and battery you provide (also sold separately). You can also install the power system of your choice, either from another similar class model, or using other compatible components (all sold separately).
Bind-N-Fly® Completion Level Advantage (BNF® Basic version only)
Already own a Spektrum™ transmitter? Bind-N-Fly (BNF) aircraft make getting into the air quickly and with the best control experience possible easier than ever. They come out of the box with the power system, servos and a Spektrum 2.4GHz receiver installed so all you need to do is bind the receiver to a compatible transmitter, finish any final assembly, and fly!
Exclusive Technologies (BNF® Basic version only)
This high-performance F-16 Falcon model is equipped with exclusive Spektrum™ AS3X® and SAFE® Select technologies. AS3X works behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of wind and turbulence to deliver a locked-in feel that makes it seem like you're flying a much larger airplane. Optional-use SAFE Select offers pitch and bank angle limits along with automatic self-leveling that can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch to make this an easier to fly Falcon! And if you don't want to enable the SAFE Select features, simply bind the receiver normally and only AS3X will be active.
High-Performance EDF (BNF® Basic version only)
The V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-power 2100Kv brushless inrunner motor and 100-amp ESC combine with your 6S 4000-7000mAh 30+C LiPo battery to deliver great vertical performance and a fantastic speed range with virtually instantaneous throttle response. This efficient power system also delivers better performance and longer flight times than the 6S-compatible power systems used in 90mm class models. But what makes the experience truly rewarding is the fantastic sound it produces - it's almost like a real turbine.
Extra Scale Details
The F-16 Falcon 80mm EDF features an accurate outline and an abundance of Extra Scale details including molded-in panel lines and hatches, simulated antennas, indicators, sensors and much more. And, unlike other similar class models that require you to spend more to buy them separately, it includes a full complement of optional-use and easy to install/remove ordnance including six missiles plus three drop tanks.
Functional Extra Scale Features
Factory-installed LED navigation and landing lights, full-flying stabs, control surfaces with pocket hinges - even sequenced main gear and nose gear doors - are functional Extra Scale features that take your experience to another level. An optional simulated afterburner LED ring is also available separately to further enhance your experience.
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It’s awesome seeing the quality of your scale models get better and better
This has to be the best sounding EDF jet out there!
Its crazy good sounding. Im suspecting sound was mixed in but if so, a darn good job. Otherwise id buy just for the sound.
Same with the F-18 80mm (although that had a 100kv less motor installed)
@@glenhar1225 Definitely a ruse. They mixed in jet noise for sure.
I love the look and its proven solid reputation of this F-16 model. But I've held back buying it only because E-flite/HorizonHobby tends to drop models very quickly. It's been 3 years since this review and the model is still available! It must be a record for Horizon Hobby.
We've sold numerous models for upwards of 5-10+ years now. And if a model doesn't sell well, we typically discontinue it after 2 years or so to make room for something new!
Yes the smaller E-flite F16 is one of the best EDF Jets ever made so now a big one with all the toys like doors and lights I’m sold take my money please 🤩🤩🤩
When you say smaller are you talking about the old 64mm one or the 70mm one? Never had the chance to fly the 64, but I love my Thunderbird!
@@aerospacematt both lol but the 70 is the best EDF I’ve had to date although that might change soon 🤣
Absolutely KILLER. All the scale detail, position lights, landing lights, all the Smart features, comes with ordnance, optional afterburner, abundant power, high alpha capability... and $100 less than I expected. Homerun, guys!!
It looks fantastic, definitely stepping it up with this model and I hope that's the actual sound I'm hearing because it sounds incredible.
As noted in the description and the first pinned comment: “Yes, that is the sound of the actual model in the video!”
@@HorizonHobbyProducts This is a buy no doubt. I really love the Eflite F-18 Blue Angels for its sound.
@@HorizonHobbyProducts When you guys do the flying video can you demonstrate it's high alpha ability? Is it as good as the UMX F-16 with the full flying stabilators?
Also, are they mixed in for some roll as well?
The sound of this thing is on point! Wish I had a paved runway for all these badass edf's!
Take a look at the Freewing F-16, it has metal retracts and can handle grass runways.
@@rFlightFPV awesome, I will. Thanks!
That falcon sounds outstanding!
VIPER!
Looks and sounds like real one. Dis is amazing. What is better then to see what will bring HorizonHobby out next. I love it. Big salute to all at HH and all RC lovers here from Pilot Robert Slovenia. Happy landings.
This looks so much better than the 70mm! Full flying stab for better high alpha, truly amazing turbine like sound, short take off ability, wow!
The pilot flying this one must be having a good time. This one rocks. Ordering now!
Looks great and sounds amazing... Great job HH... Love the extra afterburner.... Only have a grass runway sadly so no chance getting off the ground at our club.
Another amazing aircraft from Horizon Hobby.!!
Love the sound of the engine flies on the video!
Thank you! And as noted in the description and the first pinned comment: “Yes, that is the sound of the actual model in the video!”
EFlite, you guys REALLY brought your A Game (again) with this one. Y’all even included SCANG Swamp Fox insignia! INCREDIBLE!!! The size, the details, full ordinance and fuel tanks! Plus Spektrum servos and electronics! Definitely a CLICK BUY!!
the same way f1 fans love the v10s, the same way i love how this engine sounds, so realistic even though its electric.
So nice! Y’all are going next level with the realistic fixed wings! Lovely ☺️
SO GLAD I SAVED MY MONEY And waited I knew something else was in the WINGS. Always is. EDF JETS I LOVE 🇬🇧🛫✈️🚁🛩️🛬🇺🇸♥️💯👍🤩
This one looks amazing MIke.
@@PetrincicBrosRC it sure does ROBERT SOUNDS GREAT MY FRIEND 🇬🇧🇸🇮♥️💯👍🤩
@@PetrincicBrosRC LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING THIS PLANE ON YOUR CHANEL MY FRIEND 🇬🇧🇸🇮👍
@@mikebird8290 I hope in the future but for now Iam short on money.
@@PetrincicBrosRC ROBERT IM TOTALLY SURPRISED THAT HORIZON HOBBY DOESN'T USE YOUR GREAT RUclips CHANNEL TO REACH YOUR DEDICATED SUBSCRIBERS. THERE LOSS MY FRIEND.🇬🇧🇸🇮♥️💯😁👍
Very Sharp looking plane . MAN that thing sounds GOOD !!! Will put a smile on your face lol lol
Horizon! Just got into 6s jets with the 70mm Thunderbird. Now you come out with an 80mm F-16 (F-16s are my favorite jets) What a beautiful plane. I’m torn between the 80mm Blue Angel and this!
You guys are killing me! Just dropped $600 on Draco (worth every penny)!!! Well, no fly season is about here in Phoenix so this one will have to wait until October! That's gonna be a hard wait!
First time hearing this I thought it had a turbine in it! Sounds amazing!
Guess I won't need to paint my 70mm Tbird this summer after all. Get Calley to make me some Luke field 56th FW for the tail. 56th is a F35 FW now but...old time respect to the F16 days growing up in the valley!
Awesome work Eflite!!
Wow, impressive EDF, lots of scale features including that optional afterburner! I wish I had a freakin area where I could land that thing, really want a jet.
I can't wait to fly it and post it on here!
I have a 2100kv that needs a home. The ARF Plus will be perfect. Very nice 👍🏽🤩
Beautiful, love the speed and sound it makes.
That little maneuver at 56 seconds in was beautiful. 😆
Would have loved a Black Widow option. 😀
Awesome!! I did not see this coming!!!
This EDF is absolutely amazing! Flies great off cut grass. it is the closest thing in awesome to the HobbyZone Mig-29!
Its got the same awesome sound of the F18,with upgraded 2100kv upgrade(which is a powerhouse) ,scale landing gears, Avian ESC and AR637T for 20 bucks more than F18! Horizon Hobby its a HOME RUN!
Wow! You guys did an amazing job with this one. Little too expensive for me at present but it's on my bucket list 😜
Preordering now. You guys need to figure out the flaperon setting with SAFE&AS3X all together.
Awesome. We want the f-14 tomcat as well.
Hmmm...we might be able to help with that ;)
God i hope they release an F-15 or F-14 like this!!
Very nice addition, great job guys ❤️
Looking good! Getting closer to 90mm.
You have no idea just how close ;)
@@HorizonHobbyProducts Nice! Fingers crossed for a cold war bird!
Sweet, sweet!! SWEET!!!!! I cant wait to get my hands on this, now your talking!Lol WAY TO GO EFLITE AND WAY TO STEP UP THE A GAME
Great job ,great 👏🏻 keep up the amazing performance & Quality!
God bless take care stay safe
I already preordered. It’s 80mm, it’s a no brainer!! I wanted the afterburner ring but it’s not available on HH site.
Should be live on the site later today or by tomorrow at the latest! In the meantime: The optional simulated afterburner LED ring is sold separately (EFL87897; $24.99 in the US/North America) and can be Y-harnessed (Y-harness sold separately) to the throttle channel so it comes on/gets brighter as you raise the throttle. It can be installed any time after the model is assembled, and these should be available around the same time or soon after the airplanes begin shipping (currently expected around early to mid June).
Sounds just like a real jet hot damn!
That sounds wicked! Awesome!
Extremely beautiful video 😍👍
Looks great and sounds great. Where do you get the optional afterburner LED ring at? I do not see them listed under optional parts.
Should be live on the site later today or by tomorrow at the latest! In the meantime: The optional simulated afterburner LED ring is sold separately (EFL87897; $24.99 in the US/North America) and can be Y-harnessed (Y-harness sold separately) to the throttle channel so it comes on/gets brighter as you raise the throttle. It can be installed any time after the model is assembled, and these should be available around the same time or soon after the airplanes begin shipping (currently expected around early to mid June).
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Well.... Now I know what I’m getting
Looking very scale for the size and sounds wonderful! The wife will kill Me!
This one is amazing
See my other comments
Would love to see the umx f16 with the 30mm edf in it!
Sweet!! Comes with South Carolina livery. Well Done Horizon Hobby! WHEN YOU THINK THESE WILL BE COMING IN? Thanks... :)
Thank you!! Also, they're available for pre-order now and will start shipping in the US and in the EU in early to mid June!
TOP!!!! And when will the MIG-29 and SU-33 finally come on the same scale and scale quality???? Or do you have to buy this model from the competition?
Definitely need one asap
flying very good
Right in time for my bday
The sound is defiantly enhanced on the promotional vid.....but these 80mm 12blade V2 do sound amazing better then anything else out there !! But another great job eflite!. Ill be having this f16 sitting next to my f18
Incorrect. The sound was most definitely NOT enhanced in this video! Go watch the videos from TheRcSaylors, Pilot Ryan, Brian Phillips, The RC Geek and RCINFORMER showing this model in action to hear their also box-stock models and how they perform. Not to mention your F-18 sounds just like the F-18s shown in our promotional videos for that one too :)
i would like to buy the e-flite f-16 but i fly in the UK with mainly grey skys, does anyone know if any other colour schemes are going to be released
how does it handle grass runways ?
Nice that the Draco started the coming of better quality planes from Eflite/HH. Build it and people will pay :)
It’s awesome to have an indian rc jet like tejas with functionaling tail hook for carriers super scale and big as su 30 with 100mm edf super fast with real lights real looking hud and instruments with stock airspeed indicater and indian paint job and to have functional smoke with Indian tricolour with parachute for landing with cockpit door opning with 2 Rc version like airforce and naval make rc aircraft to ship to India
Indian jet?
@@dariusrucker7854 yes
What is the top speed of that aircraft? Can it fly faster than 185 km/h (115 mph)?
which cheap fpv camera works on this airplane?
What a video!!!
Quel est la durée de vol du jets ?
Ini sangat bagus dan keren brother 👍🏼👍🏼
So awesome! Looks and sounds just fantastic! If I’ve flown the Viper 70mm, could I fly this as a second jet? Thanks
Possibly! But it would be better to move to the E-flite F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm model first. The 80mm model flies very similar to the 70mm model all around. It does take a bit more distance for takeoff and (especially!) landing, but other than that they handle almost the same (especially when you fly without the ordnance and drop tanks on the 80mm version...with those installed it's a bit "draggier" and takes more power/control than the 70mm model).
@@HorizonHobbyProductsGreat, thanks so much! I love F-16 models, would be amazing to have both in the hangar!
Great looking jet! Even though the plane has cheater holes, can I setup reverse thrust on this? Trying to find out if it has been tested. Even if only somewhat effective might be better than having nothing. I am planning to fly at our club which has about 640 ft runway
You can! It doesn't work quite as well as it would without cheater holes, but it will shorten the rollout by about 20-30% (versus the 50-60+% it does for the Viper 90mm that does not have cheater holes).
Does anyone know what's the name of background music? Thanks
i think the turbine whoosh sound from this airplane comes from the double propellors in the edf fan
SOUNDS AMAZING 💯♥️🇬🇧🇺🇸👍😁
Holy Viper on fire!!!! Man alive that is an absolute beauty. Sound is tremendous and the undercarriage detail is phenomenal. I will be keeping this one on my shopping list when I get to jets. Amazing job Horizon Hobbies, by the way which trainer jet would be the one to go for gearing up for something like the Falcon?
The E-flite Habu STS 70mm EDF is a perfect first jet for experienced RC pilots...and is even a great first-ever RC airplane for new RC pilots: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+Habu+STS+70mm+EDF&search-button=&lang=default
The E-flite Viper 70mm EDF is a perfect "full-house" (because unlike the Habu STS it also has retracts and flaps!) first jet for experienced RC pilots: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+Viper+70mm+EDF&search-button=&lang=default
Then, after mastering the Habu STS and/or Viper, you should move into the E-flite F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF before you fly the F-16 Falcon 80mm: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+F-16+Thunderbirds+70mm&search-button=&lang=default
The E-flite F-15 Eagle 64mm EDF is also a great simple and lower cost first jet for experienced RC pilots: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=F-15+Eagle+64mm+EDF&search-button=&lang=default
From everything I’ve heard try the viper 70mm that’s a good one if u wanna start into 6s jets
@@HorizonHobbyProducts Thanks chaps.
Is it possible to take off from grass with it?
Is it June yet, ready for this. I’d also like to pre order my F-22 hint hint 🤣
It's June now and F-16s are currently scheduled to begin shipping next week :)
@HorizonHobbyProducts Love that sound! Best sound Ive seen and good price! Is it sound generator or the motor that is making the turbine whoosh sound?
That's simply the sound of the stock power system...it's a combination of the ducting and the fan resulting in the turbine-like whoosh!
@@HorizonHobbyProducts Wow thats so cool! can you send me a diagram please? I wanna see how it works, thanks
Hopefully more general aviation planes in the works the 6s jets are too pricey to battery need more 3s-4s planes
We have MANY more new models coming this year and beyond (we usually release about two dozen new models each year)...from ultra micro to giant scale, trainers to high performance, sport to scale. And yes, including a few exactly along the lines of what you're asking about ;)
Well,so should I buy the freewing 90mm version or this one?
When you see them side-by-side, there's no doubt which to buy ;)
this is awesome . What's the flight time ?
I was thinking to buy the Draco and now comes out another masterpiece! Stop with compliments and let's go deeper.., what's her taking off distance on grass and on runway, as well as for landing? Our runway is 80meters, and my E-flite Viper without flaps needs all runway to take off and for landing even more. BTW, something else is planned also for teh next month?
Takeoffs can be very short (less than 20 meters...see the 0:43 mark in this video), but many will need more than 80 meters for landing with little to no headwind. Also, it is not well suited for most grass surfaces (unless the grass is quite short, not too thick, and the ground under the grass is not very rough...it's best suited for paved and other smooth surfaces). We have MANY more new models coming this year and beyond (we usually release about two dozen new models each year)...from ultra micro to giant scale, trainers to high performance, sport to scale!
@@HorizonHobbyProducts Thanks for your fast reply and the infos which many others i am sure want to know. What about to install wheel brakes, do you think is possible and are available at HHP?About "We have MANY more new models coming this year and beyond (we usually release about two dozen new models each year)" my problem is that you always make planes i like! ;)
please Horizon, we need a 90mm to 120mm composite ARF jet kit. Please we need another choice other than foam !!!!!
You discontinued the f 18 for this
...dang it
The PNP version of the original F-18 80mm is still available, as are the BNF Basic and ARF Plus versions with the Blue Angels scheme: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=E-flite+F-18+80mm&search-button=&lang=default
My wife told me "No more rc planes" after I bought a V1200 a few weeks ago... hehehehehehehe!!!!!! 😃😃😃
I really wish there were a bigger, 105mm version of this F16!
I pre ordered this beauty. When can I expect it to arrive?
The first shipments are currently on schedule to arrive at our warehouses in the US and EU by early to mid June and will begin shipping ASAP after that!
Can’t wait! This is my dream plane. Been waiting for this for a while. Now all that’s left is a twin 70mm f15 or 80mm f15. I’d be cool with either.
@@HorizonHobbyProducts What is the status now?
In average how long does it take for this to ship to california?
When these are in stock in our CA warehouse (in Ontario, CA), transit time to most locations in CA will be 1-2 days. This model has outsold expectations so we currently only have a limited supply available in our IL warehouse. Transit time to most locations in CA will be 3-5 days from that warehouse, and if you want one ASAP, you should order it right away (otherwise we won't have more stock available until January or February of next year!): www.horizonhobby.com/product/f-16-falcon-80mm-edf-jet-smart-bnf-basic-with-safe-select/EFL87850.html
@@HorizonHobbyProducts Thanks! How long does it usually take to arrive after i order? I live around 30 miles from Ontario CA
Which sound is much louder E-flite F-16 or F-18 ?
Their sound and volume levels are very similar!
@@HorizonHobbyProducts which one do you prefer E-flite F-16(80mm) or F-18(80mm) ?
Can it land on grass?
Stoooop I haven’t bought the Draco yet!!!
Uh oh! We still have MANY more new models coming this year and beyond (we usually release about two dozen new models each year)...from ultra micro to giant scale, trainers to high performance, sport to scale :)
@@HorizonHobbyProducts oh I’m aware and really excited for what you have in store this year and beyond. I’m waiting for my local hobby shop to open at their new place so I can order them both.
Next Level👊
Will this also work on a Grass runway?
The landing gear is very scale-like, pretty much all metal, and is painted white right from the factory! It works great on paved and smooth surfaces of course, and might work on some grass surfaces. Grass surfaces vary greatly though (length of the grass, thickness of the grass, how rough the ground is under the grass, etc.), so YMMV when it comes to that.
Does this thing sound better than the f18?
They sound very similar...but we think the F-16 sounds even better overall :)
I love it!
this is like the f1 v10 of rc jets.
That is awsome.
My neighbours are going to hate me !!!!!!
Hi horizon hobby but this sound of the f16 in the video it's real sound of the kit? Hope it's real but I think the video it's edited with real turbine sound. Can you explain this?
As noted in the first sentence of the video description and the first/pinned comment: "Yes, that is the sound of the actual model in the video!" :)
@@HorizonHobbyProducts what's the max thrust?
What is the max Speed?
Top speed can often vary greatly depending on conditions, the performance of your battery, whether or not you have the ordnance/tanks installed, etc. But as Jason noted in the official thread over on RCGroups (seen here: www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?3883163-The-ALL-NEW-E-flite-F-16-80mm-EDF-Most-Detailed-Best-Handling-Fighting-Falcon-Yet%21): "Top level flight speed is around 120 MPH (using a 6S 5000mAh 30C Spektrum Smart LiPo battery and without the ordnance/drop tanks installed...those do add quite a bit of drag and reduce the top speed by ~10-15 MPH)."
what is the top speed?
Over 100 MPH in level flight (close to 100 with the ordnance/drop tanks installed and closer to 120 without them installed)!
In the words of my father " that is skookum"!
F-16‼︎（≧∇≦）
very nice‼︎Can you do the knife edge, too?
Yes! We just didn't show it because that's not a very common maneuver for the F-16 to perform :)
@@HorizonHobbyProducts OK‼︎thank you!
Awesome!!
Umx draco & Umx F16 v2 plz🤔
😱 I want my Mtv.... errrr F-16😁🤣😉🇺🇲
Are they hittin' the delivery trucks soon?
Soon! Currently expected to begin shipping next week :)
Nice looking bird, but I really wish.... just ONCE.... someone offered an F-16 ARF that had the proper droop to the wingtips and missile rails. Sticks out like a sore thumb that they're parallel to the ground.