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FMS FUTURA 64MM PNP

The 80mm FMS Futura I reviewed in the January 2023 issue turned out to be one of my favorite foam jets in a long time, so I was excited to find out I would be reviewing its little brother. The latest offering in the EDF Jet line from FMS is the 64mm Futura PNP (Plug and Play) EDF. Not every model scales down well, but the 80mm model flew a lot like the larger composite Futura models so I was excited to see how this little hotrod performed.

The Futura is constructed of injection molded EPO foam and reinforced with hard plastic in critical areas where extra strength is called for. Each of the screw holes have machined inserts so you’re not screwing anything

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