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TOP 10 RC WARBIRDS

When it comes to excitement and performance, nothing comes close to a warbird. Today, there are more military frontline classics available than ever before, and they all really get the adrenaline flowing. The Model Airplane News editors have tested a lot of warbirds, and we’ve compared our flight logs to select our top 10 favorites. If you want to feel like an ace at the flying field, then check out this article. We’re sure you’ll find something to add to your RC squadron.

HANGAR 9 P-51D 20CC $399.99

Joining its stable of great-looking WW II warbird ARFs, Hangar 9’s 20cc P-51D Mustang is a well-designed, lightweight model of this classic bubble canopyequipped fighter. Featuring all-wood construction with precisely fitting formers and ribs, the P-51 is designed using CAD, so the parts fit; pushrod routing and correct equipment placement is assured in the design process. The Mustang comes covered in pre-decorated, self-adhesive covering in a scheme that enables you to duplicate one of two different full-scale fighters. The wing panels are retract-ready, and E-flite retracts drop right into place. Optional scale struts are available. You simply plug in to replace the stock wire struts. A large molded fiberglass cowl and vacuum-formed exhaust stacks are supplied, along with a sizeable

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