Black Horse Viper Jet Turbine 2000mm (78.7") Wingspan - ARF
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Viper Jet MKII Turbine from Black Horse - Balsa Wood ARF - BHM1008-001
This Black Horse Viper Jet Mk.II [Turbine Version] ARF delivers an ideal balance between size, weight, speed, flight envelope, transportability, cost, and pure fun factor. With modern construction methods, high quality materials, and your provided high performance power system and electronics, this balsa wood aircraft is one of the best performers any RC jet pilot could own. Within a few evenings of installing your provided turbine power system and other required electronics, you'll have a premier turbine-powered balsa jet in your RC hangar that's ready to dominate the skies in style!
Visit the Official Black Horse Viper Jet 2000mm Turbine Discussion Thread on HobbySquawk.com for additional photos, videos, reviews, and customer Q&A.
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High Quality ARF Constructed from laser-cut balsa, plywood, carbon fiber, and other high quality materials, the Black Horse Viper Jet Mk.II arrives with a high level of pre-assembly. Every surface is fully sheeted with balsa to provide maximum strength and a professional finish. |
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Turbine-Ready The model aircraft's fuselage and internal compartments were carefully designed to accommodate your provided turbine, fuel tank, ECU, and other electronics. A steel exhaust pipe is also provided, along with mounting points for modern turbines. |
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Included Suspension Struts CNC machined aluminum and steel suspension struts feature a robust 5mm diameter axle, 65mm nose wheel, and 75mm main wheels for operating on both paved and grass RC runways. This axle size is readily compatible with modern electric-based and air-based braking systems. |
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High Visibility Livery Fly a real showstopper with the Viper Jet's striking Carbon/Green livery. Neon green offsets the sleek carbon and black aircraft, enhancing the aircraft's visibility in the sky. LED lighting, clear light bezels, silver accents at the intakes and exhaust nozzle, and muted "Viper Jet" badging elevate this model's livery to something truly unique. |
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Molded Canopy and Cockpit Peer into the detailed plastic cockpit bay through the molded clear plastic canopy. The plastic parts resist both heat and UV damage, retaining their color and sharpness through many flying seasons. |
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High Performance Aerobatic Trainer The Viper Jet Mk.II is well regarded for both its nimble and stable flight characteristics. Carefully selected airfoils and construction methods provide a wing that does not stall easily and can sustain high speed flight loads while remaining lightweight. Fly this aircraft as a docile large turbine trainer, or move directly into flying an excitingly wide spectrum of aerobatic maneuvers! |
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High Quality Hardware Reinforced nylon, steel, and brass hardware provide the best material performance for different jobs. Trusted construction methods and control hardware geometries ensure each servo drives its control surface precisely with minimal efficiency loss. |
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All-Around "Daily Driver" The Black Horse Viper Jet Mk.II delivers an ideal balance between size, weight, speed, flight envelope, transportability, cost, and pure fun factor. With modern construction methods, high quality materials, and your provided high performance power system and electronics, this aircraft is one of the best performers any RC jet pilot could own. |
Features:
- Striking "Carbon/Green" livery
- Fully sheeted with balsa
- High level of prefabrication right out of the box
- "Turbine-Ready" compartments aid in easy installation process
- Steel dual wall exhaust pipe
- Lightweight, strong, laser-cut balsa and plywood construction
- High quality control hardware
- Fiberglass and carbon fiber reinforced areas
- All-Metal suspension struts
- Wheels with 5mm axle diameter
- Clear canopy and plastic cockpit bay
- Straightforward assembly and installation for advanced turbine jet builders
Includes:
- Black Horse Viper Jet MKII Turbine-Ready - ARF
- CNC metal suspension struts
Requires:
- Turbine Engine, ECU, Fuel Tank, and All Required Turbine-centric Components
- 8 Channel radio - select a minimum 8 channel radio from our Radio Collection
- 8 Channel receiver - select a minimum 8 channel receiver from our Receiver Collection
- 8x high torque servos - we recommend Hitec HS-7245MH High Voltage High Torque Digital Metal Gear Mini Servo Multi-Pack (8 Servos)
Black Horse 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).
Product Specifications:
Model Scale |
1:4 Scale |
Wingspan |
2000mm / 78.7in |
Length |
1820mm / 71.6in |
Weight |
9800 - 10500g / 21.6 - 23.1lbs |
CG (Center of Gravity) |
184mm from the leading edge of the wing at the root |
Power System |
Turbine of sufficient power (see manual) (required) |
Electronic Speed Control |
Electronic Control Unit (ECU) (required) |
Propeller / EDF |
N/A |
Servos |
Electric - 8x 45g standard (required) - we recommend 8x HRC6005-033 |
Landing Gear |
Electric retract with controller box (included) |
Required Battery |
Receiver battery: 2S 7.4V 3200mAh LiPo battery or equivalent (required) |
Required Radio |
8+ Channel (required) |
Ailerons |
Yes |
Elevator |
Yes |
Rudder |
Yes |
Flaps |
Yes |
Lights |
No |
Hinge Type |
Nylon Heavy Duty pin hinges |
Material |
Balsa and plywood |
Skill Level |
Expert |
Build Time |
20+ Hours |
Recommended Environment |
Outdoors |
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Black Horse Viper Jet Turbine 2000mm (78.7") Wingspan - ARF
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The CNC machine must have been *****
Nothing in this kit fits right. I had to make small modifications in order to get this built. I'm not blaming Motion for this, I have bought many of their...read moreNothing in this kit fits right. I had to make small modifications in order to get this built. I'm not blaming Motion for this, I have bought many of their foamy products and they have been great. But this Black Horse jet was horrible, plus with the matte finish covering, which was put on poorly, just makes the jet look cheap. Hopefully it will fly better than it looks.
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- Value for the Money Very LowLowOkayGoodVery Good
- Ease of Use / Assembly Very DifficultDifficultAverageEasyVery Easy
- Performance Very WeakWeakOkayGoodVery Good

Canopy fit.
Still in the build process with this jet. Generally it is a good plane, but I have some issues with parts fit. First, the canopy is terrible. It was formed...read moreStill in the build process with this jet. Generally it is a good plane, but I have some issues with parts fit. First, the canopy is terrible. It was formed with the lower edges of the sides bent out of shape so it didn't fit the cockpit at all. I ended up cutting the bent parts off and making some rails to attach to the cockpit that allowed me to glue the canopy to the sides. Also, the main gear doesn't align with the wheel wells with the enclosed liners installed. I enlarged the mounting holes in the gear slightly, and that allowed enough of a shift to allow the gear to retract without binding in the wells. I'd be curious to hear of anyone else who had similar experiences.
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- Value for the Money Very LowLowOkayGoodVery Good
- Ease of Use / Assembly Very DifficultDifficultAverageEasyVery Easy
- Performance Very WeakWeakOkayGoodVery Good

Excellent value jet
The jet flys exceptionally well and it’s faster than I expected with just a Swiwin 80. It’s a viper and it flys exactly as you would expect from the viper...read moreThe jet flys exceptionally well and it’s faster than I expected with just a Swiwin 80. It’s a viper and it flys exactly as you would expect from the viper design there are no weird characteristics and it slows down nicely for a jet. I added smoke and unilights to mine and painted the inside of the canopy black and love it
- Quality Very WeakWeakOkayGoodVery Good
- Value for the Money Very LowLowOkayGoodVery Good
- Ease of Use / Assembly Very DifficultDifficultAverageEasyVery Easy
- Performance Very WeakWeakOkayGoodVery Good


Sweet model with a few small issues.
The model overall is great, I hope to maiden it this weekend. The covering is horrible, it is flat (not glossy) and every time you touch it, it leaves a...read moreThe model overall is great, I hope to maiden it this weekend. The covering is horrible, it is flat (not glossy) and every time you touch it, it leaves a mark. It applied gloss coat to fix that. There are also several small fit issues, but it’s an ARF, these are expected. One of the main landing gear cutouts was slightly misaligned, the gear would hit it and get stuck,, I ended up enlarging the opening a little and solved that. There are also a few errors in the manual. But, overall, I’m happy with it.
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- Value for the Money Very LowLowOkayGoodVery Good
- Ease of Use / Assembly Very DifficultDifficultAverageEasyVery Easy
- Performance Very WeakWeakOkayGoodVery Good

Nice jet
The covering could be better it has a tendency to need ironed down on the seems about every time you take it to the feild some ca helps with this...read moreThe covering could be better it has a tendency to need ironed down on the seems about every time you take it to the feild some ca helps with this but other than that the build quality is good and it’s very light weight for its size I don’t care for the method of friction hold on the tail and wings a more positive attachment method would definitely be preferred but I does seem to work and the look and setup is excellent for the price point
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- Ease of Use / Assembly Very DifficultDifficultAverageEasyVery Easy
- Performance Very WeakWeakOkayGoodVery Good

Black horse viper
overall good quality is good, one thig I dont like that main landing gears too short and there is no way to install the wheel wells. Also please remove your...read moreoverall good quality is good, one thig I dont like that main landing gears too short and there is no way to install the wheel wells. Also please remove your recommendation of regular size servos, No, its only mini servos
- Performance Very WeakWeakOkayGoodVery Good
- Ease of Use / Assembly Very DifficultDifficultAverageEasyVery Easy
- Value for the Money Very LowLowOkayGoodVery Good
- Quality Very WeakWeakOkayGoodVery Good
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Black Horse Viper Jet Turbine 2000mm (78.7") Wingspan - ARF
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