Black Horse L-39 Albatros 120N Turbine 1890mm (74.4″) Wingspan – ARF

Introduction

L-39 Albatros 120N Turbine 1890mm (74.4″) Wingspan from Black Horse – Balsa Wood ARF – BHM1022-001

The Aero L-39 Albatros, developed by Aero Vodochody, is a legendary jet trainer known for its versatility, precision, and enduring legacy. Designed in the 1960s as the worlds first turbofan-powered trainer, the L-39 quickly became a cornerstone of military pilot training worldwide, revered for its agility and light-attack capability.

The Black Horse L-39 Albatros Turbine ARF captures the scale detail and commanding presence of this iconic jet in a large 1:5.5 scale model with a wingspan of 1890mm (74.4). Designed for turbine power, this ARF accommodates jet engines producing 100140N of thrust for impressive speed and performance. Constructed with precision from all balsa and plywood, the model comes pre-covered in high-quality heat-shrink film with factory-printed scale details for added realism. Fully electric retract gear with durable oleo struts and a control box is included, ensuring smooth, reliable operation. This massive L-39 is perfect for pilots looking to take their turbine jet experience to the next level.

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Features:

• Massive 1:5.5 scale design with a commanding 1890mm wingspan
• High level of prefabrication right out of the box
• Lightweight, strong, precision laser cut balsa and plywood construction
• Heat-shrink film covering with factory-printed scale details for added realism
• Fully electric retractable gear with robust oleo struts and controller box (included)
• Optimized for turbine jet engines producing 100140N of thrust (not included)
• Spacious servo mounts (41x21mm) for HV high-torque servos (+ 1 size: 35 x 16mm)
• NACA airfoil design for smooth, stable, and precise flight characteristics
• Pre-hinged control surfaces for easy assembly
• Large, easy-access hatches for straightforward installation and maintenance
• Painted and detailed cockpit, pilot and interior included
• Fiberglass control horns
• Comprehensive control and fitting accessories included
• Two-piece, plug-in wings simplify transportation and assembly

Includes:

• Black Horse L-39 Albatros 120N Turbine 1890mm (74.4″) Wingspan – ARF
• Electric retract gear with oleo struts and controller box
• Detailed assembly and instruction manual

Requires:

• 8 Channel radio – select a minimum 8 channel radio from our Radio Collection
• 8 Channel receiver – select a minimum 8 channel receiver from our Receiver Collection
• Turbine Engine – 100140N thrust rating (recommended)
• 9x high torque servos – we recommend Hitec D-645MW High Voltage High Torque Digital Metal Gear Servo Airplane Multi-Pack (8 Servos) and 1 HS-7245MH High Voltage High Torque Digital Metal Gear Mini Servo
• Receiver Battery 2200-3200mAh 6.4v LiFe for standard voltage receiver or 7.2v Lipo battery for high voltage receiver
• 2 Cell compatible battery charger – select a minimum 2 cell (2S) charger from our Charger Collection

Customer Note

Black Horse 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).