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Freewing Stinger Red 64mm EDF Jet - PNP Reviews

4.6 Rating 81 Reviews
I've just completed 23 flights on the Stinger 64, and it is now my solid favorite in my hanger. I cannot get enough of this plane. It does everything you want it to do with no bad tendencies at all.Assembly was straightforward, just as the manual described. Be careful not to over-tighten the screws when putting the wing and tail on! I almost did. Went together in under an hour. Make sure when you glue on the turtle 12k on the spine that you don't glue it to the tail, so you can remove it later if needed.Hand launches are straightforward, but it does go much easier if someone launches for you so you can concentrate on flying it out. Once in the air and trimmed, it flies arrow-straight hands-off. Only took a couple of clicks of right aileron and up elevator and it flew perfectly level at half-throttle. Landings are simple, it can almost glide in. Hold the nose up and it'll settle in for a very pleasing slide-out on grass.Default control throws on my Spektrum DX6i / AR400x receiver were a mixed bag. Too much aileron, not enough elevator. These were both easily adjusted out after the first flight. I recommend a fair amount of expo to dampen any twitchiness.Most aerobatics are available that do not require vectored thrust. I was particularly pleased at how well it'll do a hammerhead turn, considering there's no propwash going over the tail. Inverted flight is good, but constant down elevator is needed to keep it level.Well pleased with this purchase! Highly recommend both the Stinger 64 and MotionRC. They stand behind their product and their customers.
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Posted 12 years ago
Got this plane today, its my second stinger! Take off is a breeze, landing is fast, but skids on the ground like a dream. Also I put tape on the skid plates so no damage occurs!! I have landed in grass and on concrete with no damage, not even a scratch! Motion RC has impressed me yet again with their customer support, low, low prices and super cheap and fast shipping! Two days from your store to my door in good ole North Carolina. Keep up the great work Mark, you guys are miles ahead of your competition!! Thanks again!
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Posted 12 years ago
Was actually looking for the FreeWing M-15 which was out of stock at Hobby Lobby when I found some emails talking about Motion RC. I checked the website, and bought not only the MIG-15 I wanted, but this neat little Stinger. Have not flown either yet, still flying my F9F Panther and loving it, but Motion RC is the BEST! Friendly and helpful staff, great shipping rates, and really fast service too. Both jets arrived at my home in great shape, and I am looking for to assembling them and flying them once I get a bit more experience with the Panther-which BTW is a fantastic first EDF. Glides well, fast, looks great in the air, very happy with it too. I will be buying from Motion RC again soon!
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Posted 12 years ago
This is a great jet for the money.Flew it 2 times its fantastic. I flew mine with the recommended 1600 battery that Mark (co-owner of motionRC suggested) I hand launched it twice and 2 great flights. Other guys use an 1800 or 2200 but I thought the Cog was perfect at 1600.
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Posted 12 years ago
This a great first time jet. Goes together fast, and stock config. flies great. Also can easily be turned into a little speedster with 4-cell conversion.
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Posted 12 years ago
I just picked up mine today and is is great. It only took 2 days to get to my door and the shipping was free... hk cant compare. It looks great and you have endless options for the battery's. thanks for the fast free service. this jet is amazing in the air fast or slow. 11.1 or 14.8 you choose...
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Posted 12 years ago
Like the other reviewers.don't let the size fool you.this little bird is a rocketship!!!goes were you point it.I added the landing gear for ground handling my club has a 400 FT asphalt runway so the gear is a must.I use the 2200 2 cell it calls for 30 to 40C all the way forward puts the CG spot on.anoher great bird from the Motion Guys!just ordered the Critical Mass Bear Cat on sunday and will be here Thursday,cant wait .keep up the great work Motion(I'LL Be Back)
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Posted 13 years ago
Don't let the 700mm size fool you. This jet is fast and can do just about any tricks the pilot is capable of. Make sure to have plenty of open space to fly. It is a fun jet and would recommend it highly. I have been flying slow flyers and this jet is quite a challenge to keep up with. I am 65 years old and am having a great time with these planes! Just received a Heli yesterday, that's a completely different experience. HAPPY FLYING!!
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Posted 13 years ago