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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Redcat F/A-18C model R/C aircraft! Head uartered in Phoenix,
AZ; Redcat Racing is proud to have become the premier source for uality Gas, Nitro and
Electric powered RC products. We at Redcat Racing proudly stand behind our full range of
1/5, 1/8, 1/10 & 1/24 scale RC Cars, Buggies, Trucks, and Planes. Our website and customer
support hotline are conveniently located at the bottom of each page throughout your owners
handbook.
Your F/A-18C is a high performance R/C aircraft featuring a powerful ducted-fan brushless
motor and ESC combo. Combined with a 4-channel 2.4ghz transmitter and 11.1V LiPo
battery, the F/A-18C is capable of both high and low speed flights. The high performance and
simple flight controls makes this a perfect aircraft for the entry-level flyer.
The F/A-18C has been carefully engineered to provide reliable, uality flight while re uiring
only basic assembly skills. Please take time to familiarize yourself with this owners handbook
as it contains information critical to the proper assembly, set-up and operation of your airplane.
Pay specific attention to instructions marked with this information icon.
Following these instructions will ensure you get the best performance out of
your Redcat purchase.
This owners handbook is designed to be a total package that includes assembly, set-up and
operating procedures, warranty information, parts listings, replacement part order forms, and
general notes pages where you can record specific set-up notes about your aircraft for future
reference.
We at Redcat Racing again thank you for your purchase, and welcome you into the Redcat
family! We strive to provide you with some of the industry’s best products, aftermarket parts,
and service support.
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Safety Warnings
Redcat wishes to ensure you receive the most enjoyment from your purchase possible. This
aircraft is not a toy, and re uires proper training and inspection for safe operation. The
warnings listed below should be followed at all times while operating your aircraft!
Redcat Racing is not responsible for any injury or damage that may be
caused by the improper use or operation of this aircraft or charging system.
This aircraft is not a toy, and not intended to be operated by children under
the age of 14. hildren under to age of 14 should only operate this aircraft
under the close supervision of a responsible adult!
If this is your 1st aircraft, Redcat recommends that you have been properly
trained before attempting to fly this aircraft. Without training, crash damage
is likely to occur while trying to operate your aircraft!
- Do not operate your aircra t indoors. Do not operate outdoors i any o
the ollowing conditions exist: Strong Winds, Rain, or Thunderstorms.
- Do not ly near airports, power lines, industrial areas, or anywhere
where electronic inter erence may be present.
- Do not ly in crowded areas as injury to others may occur.
- Complete a pre- light check to ensure both the aircra t and
transmitter/receiver are unctioning properly. Failure to do so may
result in loss of control and damage to the aircraft.
- Do not attempt to catch the aircra t while it is in light.
- Use only genuine Redcat Racing parts to replace any damaged parts on
your aircra t. A parts list and order orm is included in the back o your
owners handbook.
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Aircraft Specifications
Your Redcat Racing F/A-18C comes packed with features typically found only on more
expensive competitor models! Below are the general specifications regarding your aircraft.
Parts Included
Your Redcat Racing F/A-18C comes complete with every pictured below. This consists of the
following: Fuselage, Main Wing Set, Vertical and Horizontal Stabilizers, Main Landing Gear,
Canopy, Radio System, Battery, Charger, Hardware, Assembly Glue and Owners Handbook
>450g
4300kV Brushless Motor
4-Channel 2.4ghz
Thrust
Motor
Radio S stem
Ducted Fan
Batter
EDF64x1
11.1V LiPo
Wingspan
Length
Fl ing Weight
686mm
1032mm
640g
Height 357mm
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Understanding & Charging the Battery
Your Redcat Racing F/A-18C comes with a powerful 3 cell, 11.1V LiPo battery pack and
balance charger. Special care should be taken when charging your battery to ensure safe and
optimal battery life.
Charger Specifications & Operation
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Charger & Battery Safety Precautions
Your Redcat Racing P-51 comes with a powerful 3 cell, 11.1V LiPo battery pack and balance
charger. Special care should be taken when charging your battery to ensure safe and optimal
battery life. Pay special attention to these safety precautions listed below. Failure to do so
could result to damage to the battery, charger, or personal property!
Precautions
- Do not insert a foreign object into the cooling hole of the charger while the power is on.
Damage to the charger may result.
-Keep charger and LiPo battery away from open flames or flammable materials.
-This charger is only designed to charge LiPo batteries!
-While in operation, keep battery and charger away from children.
-Do not leave battery or charger unattended while in operation.
-Do not charge battery if it is hot.
-Stop charging immediately if battery becomes hot, or charger power light turns off.
-Do not attempt to disassemble battery pack.
-Do not short-circuit battery pack.
-Inspect battery pack for swelling or damage after each use. Do not use battery if either exist.
-Do not charge battery in temperatures under 0c or when above 45c.
-If battery is punctured, special care should be taken not to get contents on skin or clothes.
-Do not charge battery using input voltage over 15V
-Do not leave battery or charger unattended while in use.
-Adults should supervise charging when in use by an operator under the age of 14.
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Aircraft Assembly
Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is re uired. Please pay close attention to the
following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying.
Step 1: Installation of the Main Wings. Add glue to the edges of each main wing where it will
attach to the plane fuselage.
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Aircraft Assembly
Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is re uired. Please pay close attention to the
following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying.
Step 2: Installation of servo connectors Note: When connecting servo connectors, ensure wire
colors match up. Refer to photo below for proper orientation.
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Aircraft Assembly
Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is re uired. Please pay close attention to the
following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying.
Step 3: Installation of Horizontal Stabilizers. Add glue to the edges of each horizontal stabilizer
where they will attach to the plane fuselage. Connect control lin ages to each servo. The lin age
clevis should connect with the middle mounting hole on each servo horn.
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Aircraft Assembly
Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is re uired. Please pay close attention to the
following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying.
Step 4: Installation of Vertical Stabilizers. Add glue to the edges of vertical stabilizer where they
will attach to the plane fuselage.
Step 5: Installation of Missile Sidepods. Add glue to the edges of each missile sidepod where they
will attach to the main wing tips.
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