Nexa Junker JU-52 1630mm (64″) Wingspan – ARF

Introduction

Junker JU-52 1630mm (64″) Wingspan – ARF from Nexa – NXA1022-001

Development of the Ju 52 commenced during 1930, headed by German aeronautical engineer Ernst Zindel. The aircraft’s design incorporated a corrugated duralumin metal skin as a strengthening measure, which was very unusual at the time. It was initially designed with a single engine, however, it was produced in quantity as a trimotor. The primary early production model, the Ju 52/3m, was principally operated as a 17-seat airliner or utility transport aircraft by various civil operators during the 1930s. Following the rise of Nazi Germany, thousands of Ju 52s were procured as a staple military transport of the nation. The Ju 52/3mg7e was the principal production model.

The Ju 52 was in production between 1931 and 1952. In a civilian role, it flew with over 12 airlines, including Swissair and Deutsche Luft Hansa, as both a passenger carrier and a freight hauler. In a military role, large numbers flew with the Luftwaffe, being deployed on virtually all fronts of the Second World War as a troop and cargo transport; it was also briefly used as a medium bomber.

The Nexa Junker JU-52 is an award-winning .20 size electric scale series transport aircraft with a 1630mm wingspan, constructed primarily from balsa wood and fully covered. This ARF requires assembly and installation of your choice of servos and power system, and includes a two piece wing design with aluminum wing joiner, plastic cowlings, dummy radial engines, flaps, a large battery hatch and pre-hinged and installed control surfaces. A rarity in the hobby, this model would be the talk of any RC airfield.

Visit the Official Nexa Junker JU-52 1630mm ARF Discussion Thread on HobbySquawk.com for additional photos, videos, reviews, and customer Q&A.

Features:

• The model won 1st place in Flug Model magazine 2016
• Fully covered in Lufthansa Berlin silver and black scheme
• Complete Balsa and lite-ply construction for rigidity and durability
• Two piece wing with aluminum wing joiners for easy transport
• Functional flaps for shorter takeoffs and slower landings
• Plastic cowlings and dummy radial engines for added appeal
• All control surfaces come out of the box pre-hinged and installed for convenience
• Large battery hatch allows for your chosen electric setup

Includes:

• Nexa Junker JU-52 1630mm (64″) Wingspan – ARF
• Wheels, spinner, plastic cowlings
• Dummy radial engines
• Hardware and decals

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
• 3x Brushless outrunner motors – we recommend THREE Admiral GP2 3520-950Kv Brushless Motors
• 3x 45 Amp brushless ESCs – we recommend THREEZTW Mantis G2 45A ESC with 4A SBEC
• 6x standard servos for ailerons, flaps, elevator and rudder – we recommend THREE of the Hitec HS-65HB Very High Torque 9g Micro Servo Airplane Multi-Pack (2 Servos)
• 3x 4 Cell 14.8V 1600 mAh LiPo Batteries – we recommend THREE Admiral 1600mAh 4S 14.8V 30C LiPo Battery with XT60 Connector
• 3x Electric propellers – we recommend THREE of the FlightLine 9×6 Electric Propeller
• 4 Cell compatible battery charger – select a minimum 4 cell (4S) charger from our Charger Collection

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).