Review: Durafly Tundra from HobbyKing. part 2

The Durafly Tundra RC plane can be flown like a regular high-wing trainer-type model but when you hit the flaps, it becomes a whole lot more fun. Be warned however, that adding flap can make the Tundra a bit harder to fly, especially in turbulent conditions such as those which were in effect during the flight test.

Pros:
easy to fly (with flaps up)
LOTS of power, unlimited vertical out of the box
distinctive looks with those big cartoony wheels
flaps can be very effective
benign stall with flaps up
basic aerobatics capabilities

Cons:
needs a decent (high C) battery for maximum performance
much more demanding to fly with flap on
will drop a wing if stalled with flaps down
aerodynamic counterbalances do catch grass stalks
a LOT of nose-up pitch with flap deployment
nicely coordinated turns require the use of some rudder input

Summary:
This is a great model if you feel the need to move beyond a basic 4-channel trainer but be warned that you will need to practise before those STOL takeoffs and landings become "easy".

Disclosure:
This model was supplied for review purposes by HobbyKing

Product link:
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/st...