Official Nexa 1720mm CE-172 Skyhawk ARF Thread

[Aros]

CE-172 Skyhawk 1720mm (67.8") Wingspan - ARF from Nexa - NXA1069-001

The Nexa CE 172 is a beautifully crafted, scale RC model designed for pilots who value performance, and scale realism. Built from precision laser-cut balsa and plywood, this ARF model comes highly pre-fabricated and offers the perfect blend of strength and lightweight performance. With factory-applied covering and a factory-painted fiberglass cowling and landing gear skirts, the CE 172 not only performs great but also looks stunning. The Nexa CE 172 is an exceptional choice for modelers who seek scale details and versatile power options in a high-quality ARF kit.

Whether you prefer electric efficiency or the realism of gas or glow power, this aircraft is ready to impress both in the air and on the ground.

Laser Cut Balsa and Light Ply Construction Precision, laser cut balsa and light ply construction ensures an accurate fit to each and every part, providing great strength with reduced weight for overall enhanced performance.

Factory Covered and Painted Professionally covered and painted, the Nexa CE-172 ensures a show-stopping finish from nose to tail, right out of the box.

Functioning Cockpit Doors Functioning cockpit door offers a unique, scale way to access the interior of the model.

Sturdy Landing Gear Aluminum landing gear provides added durability while keeping weight low.

Features:

• Model supports electric, gas, or glow engines, giving you flexibility to power it the way you prefer
• Functioning cockpit doors for easy interior access and added scale appeal
• Sturdy aluminum landing gear for reliable takeoffs and landings
• Factory-covered for a professional finish
• Factory-painted fiberglass cowling and landing gear skirts for enhanced appearance
• Precision laser-cut construction combining strength with reduced weight for enhanced performance

Includes:

• Nexa CE-172 Skyhawk 1720mm (67.8") Wingspan - ARF
• Complete hardware package including pushrods
• Wheels and Landing Gear
• Instruction Manual

Requires (Electric):

• 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
• Brushless outrunner motor - we recommend the Admiral GP7.5 5020-670Kv Brushless Motor
• 65 Amp brushless ESC - we recommend the ZTW Mantis G2 65A ESC with 8A SBEC
• 5x Mini Servos for ailerons, flaps and nose gear steering – we recommend FIVE of the Hitec HS-225BB Ball Bearing Mighty Mini Servo
• 2x Standard Servos for rudder and elevator – we recommend the Hitec HS-485HB Deluxe Ball Bearing Karbonite Gear Standard Servo
• 4 Cell 14.8V 4000-5000mAh LiPo battery – we recommend the Admiral 4000mAh 4S 14.8V 40C LiPo Battery with XT60 Connector
• 14x10 Electric Propeller – we recommend the APC 14x10 Thin Electric Propeller – Black
• 4 Cell compatible battery charger - select a minimum 4 cell (4S) charger from our Charger Collection

Requires (Gas or Glow):

• 10cc Gas Engine (or .60 cu. In. 2-Stroke / .90 cu. In. 4-Stroke glow engines) – we recommend the NGH GT9 Pro 9cc Two Stroke Engine
• 4.8V to 6.6V 2000mAh Receiver Battery – We recommend the Admiral 2100mAh 2S LiFe
• 4.8V to 8.4V Ignition Battery – we recommend the Admiral 2100mAh 2S LiFe (gas only)
• 2x Standard Servos for rudder and elevator – we recommend the Hitec HS-485HB Deluxe Ball Bearing Karbonite Gear Standard Servo
• 6x Mini Servos for ailerons, flaps, nose gear steering and throttle – we recommend SIX of the Hitec HS-225BB
• Propeller – we recommend the APC 11x7 Gas Propeller

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). Product Specifications:

AGE LEVEL :14 and up
SKILL LEVEL :Intermediate
BUILD TIME :6+ Hours

Model Scale	1/6.5
Wingspan	1730mm / 68in
Length	1190mm / 46.8in
Weight	.4-3.5kg (7.5-7.75lbs)
CG (Center of Gravity)	67-71mm (2.6-2.8in) aft from the leading edge of the wing at the wing root
Power System (Electric)	5020-670Kv Brushless Motor (required)
Power System (Gas)	10cc 2 Stroke (required)
Power System (Glow)	.60 size 2 stroke or .90 size 4 stroke (required)
Electronic Speed Control	65A Brushless with 8A SBEC (required)
Propeller (Electric)	APC 14x10 Electric Propeller (required)
Propeller (Gas)	APC 11x7 Gas Propeller (required)
Propeller (Glow)	See your engine manufacturer’s recommendation
Servos	2x standard size servos for rudder and elevator (required) 5x mini servos for ailerons, flaps and nose gear (required) 1x mini servo for throttle (gas/glow only, required)
Landing Gear	Aluminum main landing gear with steel wire nose gear strut (included)
Required Battery (Electric)	1x 4S 14.8V 4000mAh LiPo with XT60 Connector (required)
Required Battery (Gas)	1x 2S 2100mAh LiFe for Receiver (required)
Required Battery (Glow)	1x 2S 2100mAh LiFe for Ignition (required)
Required Radio	8+ Channel (required)
Ailerons	Yes
Elevator	Yes
Rudder	Yes
Flaps	Yes
Lights	No
Hinge Type	CA, fiber hinges
Material	Balsa and plywood construction
Skill Level	Intermediate
Build Time	6+ Hours
Recommended Environment	Outdoors

[Aros]

https://www.motionrc.com/products/nexa-ce-172-skyhawk-1720mm-arp-nxa1069-001

[Wingnutz]

Excited to see the most popular plane in history (a humble hero!) is finally being offered by a major supplier! Have been waiting for someone to offer a 172 since I bought a full size 172 which now resides at my dock. I’d like to use the NEXA ARF to create a model of my full size which will obviously involve a colour scheme modification. Anyone know what’s involved in changing the blue and red on the NEXA ARF to white?

[Aros]

Love that full scale you lucky dog! What a dream to have your own 172 on floats, living on the water. Good on ya!

[Wingnutz]

Thanks AROS. It is a privilege to have my 172 tied to my dock.
Motion RC’s NEXA CE 172 web presentation says the plane needs an 8 ch rx. Why?

[Wingnutz]

“Product Specifications” list says 4S 22.2V battery…errr, is that 4S 14.8 V or 6S 22.2V?

[Wingnutz]

“Product Specifications” list says 4S 22.2V battery…errr, is that 4S 14.8 V or 6S 22.2V? (This is what post#6 should say, but I couldn’t edit!)

[Aros]

“Product Specifications” list says 4S 22.2V battery…errr, is that 4S 14.8 V or 6S 22.2V? (This is what post#6 should say, but I couldn’t edit!)

Whoops, misprint. It's 4S 14.8V. I fixed it, thanks for the catch!

[EvilMerlin]

it's always good to see Civil Air Patrol represented. We do have the largest fleet of C172s and C182s in the world. I just wish shipping to HI wasn't so high. It's the cost of the battery to power this plane.

[TAPA]

As a former Civil Air Patrol search pilot and Squadron Commander I have been looking forward to seeing one in the CAP scheme although this paint pattern is newer version than the one I flew. The one we flew in Georgia Wing was the T-41A which was also known as the Mezcalero. It was the USAF version of the Cessna-172 with modifications on the nose gear which was a little longer for Air Force trainees if I remember correctly. I order this plane immediaely when I saw it so will get back when I get it. I can hardly wait.

[3D-Seth]

Thanks AROS. It is a privilege to have my 172 tied to my dock.
Motion RC’s NEXA CE 172 web presentation says the plane needs an 8 ch rx. Why?

It has 8 servos total, so separating each servo on its own channel would require 8 channels.

Throttle Servo (or ESC lead)
L Aileron
R Aileron
L Flap
R Flap
Elevator
Rudder
Nose Gear Steering

You could y-harness the two ailerons and y-harness the rudder/nose gear steering servos to get it down to 6 if you wanted to do it that way of course, but you do limit yourself a bit with sub-trim and end points doing it that way.

[Wingnutz]

It has 8 servos total, so separating each servo on its own channel would require 8 channels.

Throttle Servo (or ESC lead)
L Aileron
R Aileron
L Flap
R Flap
Elevator
Rudder
Nose Gear Steering

You could y-harness the two ailerons and y-harness the rudder/nose gear steering servos to get it down to 6 if you wanted to do it that way of course, but you do limit yourself a bit with sub-trim and end points doing it that way.

I’m probably missing something, but why wouldn’t you y-harness the flaps and get it down to five channels?
Also, with all due respect to the Civil Air Patrol, how would I go about changing the colour scheme to plain white?

[Doug Wagner]

I’m probably missing something, but why wouldn’t you y-harness the flaps and get it down to five channels?
Also, with all due respect to the Civil Air Patrol, how would I go about changing the colour scheme to plain white?

I have found that the details printed on their vinyl washes off with thinner. I can't remember if it wa xylene or acetone or maybe lacquer thinner, but one of those accidentally removed the rivets on my Twin Otter.

[3D-Seth]

I’m probably missing something, but why wouldn’t you y-harness the flaps and get it down to five channels?
Also, with all due respect to the Civil Air Patrol, how would I go about changing the colour scheme to plain white?

I believe the flap servos are mirrored on each side, not mounted in the same orientation. So you would need to use a reversing y-harness to y them together, or use two servos that rotate opposite directions to each other.

[Killerb747]

I'm fairly new to the hobby and purchased this cessna and have had a blast building it. Can someone tell me what the spot in the left wing is for? Camera, lights, satellite reciever?

[Doug Wagner]

Are you referring to a landing light in the leading edge?

[Killerb747]

Yes, its on the leading edge of the left wing.

[Doug Wagner]

I would stick an extra bright LED there.