EDIT - HK says the wingspan is 1600mm, not 1800mm as originally stated.
So HK just announced that they are coming out with an Avios C-130 very soon. No word on pricing or availability, but it will come in 2 schemes; Fat Albert and Grey. The Grey version is supposed to have decal sets for about 8 different air forces. Here are some details from the official Hobby King announcement yesterday:
AVIOS C-130 Specs
Ian from Hobbyking flew the C-130 at PEMAC shortly after the big reveal and its fair to say the model flew very well from a grass strip. Ian must have flown the model half a dozen times, with ease and authority and was happy to take the model around and answer questions. AVIOS clearly went all in on this model and they should be very proud of the outcome. I cannot wait for this model and short of giving the first born I’d like to know what It would cost to pry one out of their hands.
First Impressions
It is hard to believe this is a foam RC plane and not a Tamiya plastic model kit. This model clearly heralds in a new era for AVIOS and reaffirms their commitment unique offerings that wow the market. I must say, I’m fairly wowed (Not sure if wowed is a word but it is now).
Model Features:
A Facebook comment from Stephen, Brand Manager for the Avios line:
"There is some footage coming in the next few days!! They are currently in production. More news to come, definitely you will not be waiting a year for the C-130. We shall not be making that mistake again."
Official announcement from Hobby King:
Some pics:
So HK just announced that they are coming out with an Avios C-130 very soon. No word on pricing or availability, but it will come in 2 schemes; Fat Albert and Grey. The Grey version is supposed to have decal sets for about 8 different air forces. Here are some details from the official Hobby King announcement yesterday:
AVIOS C-130 Specs
Ian from Hobbyking flew the C-130 at PEMAC shortly after the big reveal and its fair to say the model flew very well from a grass strip. Ian must have flown the model half a dozen times, with ease and authority and was happy to take the model around and answer questions. AVIOS clearly went all in on this model and they should be very proud of the outcome. I cannot wait for this model and short of giving the first born I’d like to know what It would cost to pry one out of their hands.
First Impressions
It is hard to believe this is a foam RC plane and not a Tamiya plastic model kit. This model clearly heralds in a new era for AVIOS and reaffirms their commitment unique offerings that wow the market. I must say, I’m fairly wowed (Not sure if wowed is a word but it is now).
Model Features:
- Scale cockpit
- Fowler flaps
- Split flaps
- Ailerons
- Elevator
- Rudder
- Working tail door
- Scale retracts
- Scale props
- Interior lighting
A Facebook comment from Stephen, Brand Manager for the Avios line:
"There is some footage coming in the next few days!! They are currently in production. More news to come, definitely you will not be waiting a year for the C-130. We shall not be making that mistake again."
Official announcement from Hobby King:
Some pics:
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