Marchetti SF-260 US Version 1620mm (63″) Wingspan – ARF from Nexa – NXA1026-002
The SIAI-Marchetti SF.260 is an Italian light aircraft which has been commonly marketed as a military trainer and aerobatics aircraft. The SF.260 was designed by Italian aircraft designer Stelio Frati, while production work originally performed by Milan-based aviation manufacturer Aviamilano.
The Nexa Marchetti SF-260 is a electric or gas option .60-size aerobatic airplane with a 1620mm wingspan, constructed primarily from balsa wood and covered with a fuel-resistant covering. This ARF requires assembly and installation of your choice of servos and power system, and includes fully functional flaps, fiberglass cowl, wingtip tanks and other scale details. The large battery hatch affords ample room for either electric or gas setups. Impress at your flying field with this fun aerobatic!
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Fully Covered and Detailed The Nexa Marchetti SF-260 comes fully covered including simulated panel lines and rivets. |
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Scale Details Throughout There is no shortage of scale details with this Marchetti SF-260 including functional flaps, wing tip tanks, painted canopy and plastic seat. |
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Fiberglass Cowling The cowl is made of fiberglass for both looks and durability. |
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Aerobatic Performer The Marchetti SF-260 performs aerobatics with ease and style. |
Features:
- Complete Balsa and lite-ply construction for rigidity and durability
- Covered from tip to tail in scale details including functional flaps, plastic seat, antenna, printed simulated panel lines and rivets
- Fiberglass cowling for strength and durability
- All control surfaces come out of the box pre-hinged and installed for convenience
- Large battery hatch allows for your chosen electric or gas setup
Includes:
- Nexa Marchetti SF-260 US Version 1620mm (63″) Wingspan – ARF
- Wheels and spinner
- Fuel tank, hardware and decals
Requires:
- 7 Channel radio – select a minimum 7 channel radio from our Radio Collection
- 7 Channel receiver – select a minimum 7 channel receiver from our Receiver Collection
- 295Kv or equivalent brushless outrunner motor – we recommend the Admiral GP20 6320-295Kv Brushless Motor
- 120 Amp brushless ESC – we recommend the ZTW Skyhawk 130A ESC High Voltage with 10A SBEC
- 4x metal gear servos for ailerons, elevator, and rudder – we recommend Hitec D-645MW High Voltage High Torque Digital Metal Gear Servo Airplane Multi-Pack (4 Servos)
- 2x metal gear servos for flaps – we recommend Hitec HS-82MG Metal Gear Micro Servo Airplane Multi-Pack (2 Servos)
- 2x 4 Cell 14.8V 5000 – 6000mAh LiPo Batteries in series – we recommend Admiral Pro 5000mAh 4S 14.8V 60C LiPo Battery with EC5 Connector Multi-Pack (2 Batteries)
- EC5 2 to 1 series adapter – we recommend BenchCraft EC5 2 to 1 Series Adapter
- Standard 15×10 2-blade electric propeller – we recommend the APC 15×10 Thin Electric Propeller – Black
- 4 Cell compatible battery charger – select a minimum 4 cell (4S) charger from our Charger Collection
- Electric retracts with upgraded struts – Nexa 1620mm Marchetti SF-260 BE Electronic Retract Set (3) with Upgraded Struts
Gas Requires:
- .60-.65 (2 stroke) / .70-.90 (4 stroke) gas engine – we recommend the NGH GT17 17cc Two-Stroke Engine
- 14×8 2-blade propeller – we recommend the APC 14×8 Gas Propeller
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).
