Top Flite B-25J Mitchell ARF Overview

I'll never admit to being lazy, so my reasoning for steering clear of most ARF models is due to taste. One look at the B-25J Mitchell ARF from Top Flite , however, makes me into a stressed riddled perfectionist. There are certain things in life that when you have them, you become the center of attention, the big shot. Like getting a 60 inch HD T.V. with over 3,000 worldwide channels.
















The B-25J is an ARF model that will make everyone in the field you're flying in look like amateurs. Top Flite never skips over detail, and the B-25J is painstakingly done to perfection. They somehow managed to make it as authentic as possible, without getting in the way of the RC spec expectations. The plane is huge at about 17 lbs. with a length of 70.5 inches, and is backed by a lengthy 50 hours of assembly. Depending on your level, this assembly can range from easy to hair pulling.

Great care went into this, and with all the problems that come with twin engine models, they addressed most of them without too much user interaction needed. Both nacelles are built from laser-cut plywood, which means you should be able to fly with confidence. I also love all the extras they provided like functioning doors, ability to switch out the engines (.40s or 4 stroke .70s), and easy disassembly for transportation or storage.






The manual reads like a Stephen King novel, and may frighten little kids. This project requires extra purchases, but that is a minor problem to what seems to be a great plane. This is definitely one of the most incredible replicas to look at. It won't be long before men buy B-25J to cope with their midlife crisis in place of a new car.