D3A1 Aichi 1540mm (60.6") Wingspan - ARF from Nexa - NXA1059-001

The Imperial Japanese Navy's Aichi D3A Type 99 Carrier Bomber, commonly referred to as the "Val" by Allied forces, was an invaluable tool in World War II. Responsible for over a fifth of Allied vessel losses, it made its mark when it bombed Pearl Harbor and other U.S. bases in the Philippines such as Clark Air Force Base. Known for its superior dive-bombing accuracy, it remained a formidable force despite its obsolescence at the beginning of the war.

The Nexa D3A1 Aichi is a electric or gas option .46-size aerobatic airplane with a 1540mm wingspan, constructed primarily from balsa wood and covered with a fuel-resistant covering. This ARF requires assembly and installation of your choice of servos and power system. This model includes a fiberglass cowl, painted pilot, plastic machine gun and other scale details. The large battery hatch affords ample room for either electric or gas setups. Impress at your flying field with this iconic World War II axis warbird!

Visit the Official Nexa D3A1 Aichi 1540mm ARF Discussion Thread on HobbySquawk.com for additional photos, videos, reviews, and customer Q&A.

Fully Covered in Weathered Detail

The Nexa D3A1 Aichi comes fully covered with an attractive white livery with weathered detail for a more scale appearance.

Scale Details Throughout

Along with the fiberglass cowl, the "Val" has a painted cockpit and pilot, plastic machine gun and other scale details.

Pre-Hinged and Pre-Installed Hinges

The battery tray is easily-accessible with ample room to add the battery you desire including any extra periphreal electronics.

Balsa and Lite-Ply Construction

The Nexa D3A1 Aichi is manufactured with balsa and lite-ply construction for a durable yet lightweight airframe for better performance.

Features:

Complete Balsa and lite-ply construction for rigidity and durability
Covered from tip to tail in scale details including painted pilot, printed simulated panel lines and rivets
Fiberglass cowling for strength and durability
All control surfaces come out of the box pre-hinged and installed for convenience
Large battery hatch allows for your chosen electric or gas setup

Includes:

Nexa D3A1 Aichi 1540mm (60.6") Wingspan - ARF
- Assembly instructions with stage photos
Tail wheel assembly
Fiberglass cowling
Fiberglass painted pilot
Plastic machine gun
Fiberglass wheel cover
Wheels
Engine mounts
Fuel tank
Plywood wing joiner
Decals and all hardware

Requires:

7 Channel radio - select a minimum 7 channel radio from our Radio Collection
7 Channel receiver - select a minimum 7 channel receiver from our Receiver Collection
400Kv or equivalent brushless outrunner motor - we recommend the Admiral GP10 5030-400Kv Brushless Motor
70 Amp brushless ESC - we recommend the ZTW Mantis G2 65A ESC with 8A SBEC
4x metal gear servos for ailerons, elevator, and rudder - we recommend Hitec D-645MW High Voltage High Torque Digital Metal Gear Servo Airplane Multi-Pack (4 Servos)
2x micro metal gear servos for flaps - we recommend Hitec HS-82MG Metal Gear Micro Servo Airplane Multi-Pack (2 Servos)
6 Cell 22.2V 4000 - 5000mAh LiPo Battery - we recommend the Admiral 5000mAh 6S 22.2V 50C LiPo Battery with EC5 Connector
Standard 13x8 2-blade electric propeller - we recommend the APC 13x8 Thin Electric Propeller - Black
6 Cell compatible battery charger - select a minimum 6 cell (6S) charger from our Charger Collection

Gas Requires:

.46 - .70 (7.45cc - 11.5cc) gas engine - we recommend the NGH GT9 Pro 9cc Two-Stroke Engine
Standard 12x6 2-blade gas propeller - we recommend the APC 12x6 Gas Propeller

Customer Note

Nexa ARF models are constructed out of balsa wood and plywood. These are not foam models. The assembly of balsa wood ARF aircraft requires basic model building skills including the installation of servos, ESC, and motor (or gas engine).

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Nexa D3A1 Aichi 1540mm (60.6") Wingspan - ARF