Flightech | Optimus RC Glider - £1275 (inc free set of wing bags worth £45)

Optimus is brand new for 2015 and offers outstanding aerodynamic design combined with the very latest in carbon composite spread tow construction. At 3.8m wingspan it is ideally sized mid way between the popular 3.5m and 4m formats giving an ideal balance of performance and handling throughout its wide speed range.

Made exclusively from new unidirectional bi-axial carbon spread tow material, the Optimus structure is extremely stiff and light with electric versions and lightweight glider versions ready to fly from as little as 1700g. This very low starting weight combined with a highly efficient wing planform and airfoil profiles gives the Optimus an outstanding float and minimum sink performance as well as fast climbs in thermals.

Great care has also been taken to ensure optimum performance towards the high speed end of the flight envelope as well. Accurate computer modelling and simulation means the Optimus series of airfoil profiles give the best velocity distribution and boundary layer control throughout its entire span and speed range. This translates directly to faster higher launches for F3j glider versions and excellent search and return capabilities for both glider and electric versions. Performance in wind is also good where the Optimus demonstrates good forward penetration and the ability to return from downwind thermals with more height to spare.

F3j glider versions come in Light (1700g for up to 4m/s wind on tow), medium (1900g for up to 7m/s wind on tow) and Hard (2100g for up to FAI wind limit on tow)

Electric versions come in Superlight (1700-1750g ready to fly) as standard. Both versions feature full ballast capabilities.