Description

UMX Gee Bee R-2 510mm BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select

The E-flite® UMX™ Gee Bee R-2 510mm is an ultra-micro replica of one of the most iconic and distinctive aircraft designs of all time! This updated and upgraded version features a quieter and more powerful 2S and 3S compatible motor, a stronger wing to handle the extra power and speed, plus telemetry capabilities.

E-flite UMX Gee Bee R-2 RC Airplane Introduction

During the “Golden Age of Aviation,” Gee Bee aircraft were among the pioneering pylon racing designs that captivated just about everyone. Their teardrop-shaped fuselages, coupled with small wings and control surfaces, required a skillful hand to fly well, but with the right pilot, they dominated the race course. Back by popular demand, the E-flite® UMX™ (Ultra Micro eXtreme) Gee Bee R-2 returns with a more powerful 2S and 3S compatible power system, a modified airframe to handle the extra power and speed, plus exclusive AS3X® and optional-use SAFE® Select technologies that make it easier and more enjoyable for a wider range of pilots to fly.

E-flite UMX Gee Bee R-2 RC Airplane Overview

The E-flite® UMX™ Gee Bee R-2 is ready to soar through the skies in more places and smaller spaces thanks to its handling that has more in common with a friendly sport model than a short-coupled golden age racer. Awe-inspiring with an authentic scale outline and abundant details such as flying wires plus a pilot, this replica offers handling so remarkably smooth, you’ll want to fly it every day. AS3X® technology works behind the scenes to help you enjoy the outstanding stability and control you always wanted but never thought possible in such a small airplane, let alone in a model of the Gee Bee. Optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope protection technology delivers automatic self-leveling plus pitch and bank angle limits that make it possible to successfully fly such a unique design even if you’re an intermediate RC pilot. It also features a quieter and more powerful 2S and 3S compatible motor, along with a modified fuselage and stronger wing, designed to handle the extra weight, power, and speed when using 3S 280–300mAh batteries. Best of all, it arrives 100% factory-assembled and ready to bind to your favorite Spektrum™ DSM2/DSMX®-equipped transmitter so you can be flying in almost no time! And it all adds up to deliver a model of the classic Gee Bee that’s a dream to fly while offering an exciting and incredibly unique flight experience from large yards and small parks to sports fields and beyond!

GEE BEE is a registered trademark of KW Intellectual Properties, Inc. and is used under license.

E-flite UMX Gee Bee R-2 RC Airplane Video

E-flite UMX Gee Bee R-2 RC Airplane Airplane Features

• An ultra-micro version of the iconic Gee Bee you can fly in more places and smaller spaces
• The most affordable, convenient, and easiest to fly Gee Bee R-2 model yet
• A quieter and more powerful 2S and 3S-compatible brushless motor
• Real-time battery voltage telemetry with compatible Spektrum transmitters
• Spektrum receiver with industry-leading 2.4GHz DSMX/DSM2 technology
• The unmatched stability and locked-in feel of exclusive AS3X technology

• Easier to fly with optional-use SAFE Select flight envelope protection
• Completely factory-assembled and ready to fly right out of the box
• Scale features, including an accurate outline, flying wires, and a pilot
• Convenient top-mounted hatch fully conceals the battery compartment
• 4-channel control for full aerobatic capability with a steerable tail wheel
• No FAA registration or Remote ID required (under the 250-gram weight limit)

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Skill Level 2 – Some Experience Required

Skill Level 2 aircraft, like this one, are suitable for RC pilots who already have some experience and the skills to assemble and/or set up and fly similar class models. Although this is the easiest-to-fly Gee Bee model yet, it’s not a suitable first RC aircraft for new pilots or a “next step after a trainer” model for low-time RC pilots. You should have the experience and skills necessary to successfully fly higher-performance ultra-micro models like the various UMX Timber models, or larger models like the E-flite T-28 Trojan 1.1m, the Commander mPd 1.4m, Timber 1.5m models, or other similar class models before attempting to fly the UMX Gee Bee R-2.

Are you new to flying RC (Radio Controlled) aircraft? If you are, we recommend learning to fly with one of our purpose-built trainer aircraft, such as the HobbyZone Apprentice STOL S 700mm (/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-horizon-master/default/PDPImages/EFLU61500-PP-SCALE-420×265.jpg” media=”(max-width: 768px)”>

Scale Detail

Beyond the true-to-scale outline, flying wires attached to the wing and landing gear, a clear canopy, a pilot figure, and more are scale details that enhance the looks and flying experience of this unique model.

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Durable Design

Construction with advanced EPS material delivers a lightweight yet durable airframe with more surface detail, which is lighter and stiffer than EPO or EPP. It’s also easily repairable with odorless/foam-safe CA, Foam 2 Foam, epoxy, and other foam-friendly adhesives. Or, if you damage any airframe parts or components and can’t repair them, a complete line of replacement/spare parts is readily available.

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Fully Assembled

The UMX Gee Bee arrives 100% factory-assembled and ready to fly right out of the box! It’s equipped with industry-leading Spektrum 2.4GHz technology that binds to your 5+ channel DSMX/DSM2-equipped transmitter, allowing you to fly within minutes of opening the box.

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Approximate Assembly Time

No assembly required

Battery

Sold Separately

Completion Level

Bind-N-Fly Basic

LiPo Compatibility

2S, 3S

Material

EPS

Minimum Required Radio

5+ channel full range

Minimum Speed Control

1208-1900Kv Outrunner Brushless Motor, 12-Pole (SPMXAM4000)

Motor Type

Brushless

Power Type

Electric

Product Length

13.85″ (352 mm)

Product Weight

Weight Without Battery: 3.5oz (110g) / Weight w/Rec Battery: 4.79oz (136g)

Propeller Size

5.25×3.5

Radio

Sold Separately

Receiver

Included

Recommended Motor Battery

3S 300mAh 30C LiPo Battery: JST-RCY (SPMX3003S30)

Servos

Included

Skill Level

Level 2

Technology 

AS3X, SAFE Select

Wingspan

20″ (510 mm)

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