Needed to Complete
  • Nothing! Everything you need is included in the box.
What's in the box?
  • (1) HobbyZone® Carbon Cub S+ 1.3m RTF
  • (1) Spektrum DXe 2.4GHz Transmitter
  • (1) Spektrum DSMX Receiver/Flight Controller
  • (1) Parkzone® 18A BL ESC
  • (1) Parkzone 480 BL Outrunner Motor, 960Kv
  • (4) Parkzone Servos
  • (1) E-flite® 1300mAh 3S 11.1V 20C LiPo Battery
  • (1) E-flite DC Charger and AC Adapter
  • (1) User Manual

Whether you've never flown RC before or you got your first taste of flying with a multirotor drone, the revolutionary Carbon Cub S+ is the most versatile, capable and easiest to fly RC airplane yet. Based on the Carbon Cub by Cub Crafters, an upgraded and thoroughly modern iteration of the classic Super Cub, and equipped with Horizon Hobby's exclusive and innovative SAFE Plus GPS-enabled drone technology, this scale reproduction makes it easier to learn to fly in less time than ever before. Advanced features including AutoLand, Holding Pattern and Virtual Fence make it easy for almost anyone to fly successfully from their very first flight, while additional features including oversized tundra tires and optional flaps and floats offer the capability and versatility to fly from almost any surface, anywhere.

RTF Spektrum™ DXe 2.4GHz Transmitter

The included RTF version DXe transmitter is bound to the aircraft at the factory. The DXe can also be used with other RC aircraft as a pilot's skills progress.

Spektrum™ DXe 2.4GHz Transmitter
Oversized Tundra Tires

Thick grass, gravel paths, dirt trails - Tundra wheels can tackle these and many other surfaces that would be impossible for most models of this size to handle.

Oversized tundra tires
Optional Flaps

The functional flaps are an option for impressive short-field takeoff and landing performance. This feature requires a 7+ channel computer transmitter, a flap servo, and a servo extension. (Sold Separately)

Optional Flaps
Optional Floats

Turn your model into a float plane with the optional Hobbyzone float set. Installation takes just a few minutes and all the necessary hardware is included with the aircraft and float set.

Optional Floats
AutoLand

When activated after holding down a button, the advanced AutoLand function puts the Carbon Cub S+ on a stabilized approach to autonomously land near the GPS initialization point. You can even provide some directional guidance to avoid obstacles or to adjust the approach while letting the system do the rest to execute a safe landing. As your skills progress and you gain more confidence you can take over more of the control inputs, eventually learning to land without any assistance from the automated system at all.

AutoLand
Holding Pattern

This handy SAFE Plus exclusive feature lets you essentially "pause" a flight by putting the airplane into a GPS-guided holding pattern. When activated after the quick press of a button, the airplane will automatically return to a position above the GPS initialization point and circle until the command is cancelled. It's a great way to safely hand the controls to a friend or to regain visual contact if you ever lose sight of the model.

Holding Pattern
Virtual Fence

It's easy to accidentally let an RC airplane fly too far away, but with Virtual Fence worry no more because it creates an invisible boundary the airplane won't fly past. When the airplane reaches this boundary it will automatically turn around and fly back toward the GPS initialization point, then it will wag the wings to let you know when you have control again.

Virtual Fence
Panic Recovery

If you ever lose control of the airplane in the more advanced control modes simply switch to Beginner Mode and release the control sticks. SAFE® Plus technology will automatically return the airplane to level flight.

Panic Recovery
Beginner Mode

Pitch and bank angle limits prevent over-control that can result in a loss of orientation and crashes. When the control sticks are released the airplane returns to level flight on its own. Best of all takeoffs are as simple as giving full throttle and letting the airplane fly off the ground or by giving it a quick hand launch.

Beginner Mode
Intermediate Mode

More freedom in pitch and bank, but still prevents over-control and does not return to level flight on its own. This mode allows you to make tighter turns and to climb and descend faster as your skills advance. Beginner mode automatically activates and returns the airplane to level flight when the airplane descends below approximately 30 feet above ground level and the sticks are released.

Intermediate Mode
Experienced Mode

No pitch or bank angle limits so you have complete control! You can even fly inverted (upside down) and perform aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls, stall turns and more. Panic Recovery Mode can be activated by switching to Beginner Mode and releasing the sticks.

Experienced Mode

Product Specs

Minimum Required Radio
4+ Channel, 6+ for SAFE features, 7+ for optional flaps
Outer Diameter
0.4 in (10mm)
Technology
SAFE Technology
Receiver
Included
Power Type
Electric
Wingspan
1300mm (51.0 inches)
Approximate Flight Time
5-7 min
Flaps
Optional
Material
Durable EPO
Motor Size
480 Brushless Motor 960kV
Product Length
865mm (34.0 inches)
Speed Control
Included
CG (Center of Gravity)
62-68mm back from leading edge of wing @ root
Completion Level
Ready-To-Fly
Propeller Size
9 x 6
Recommended Motor Battery
1300mAh 3 cell lipo (Included)

Video Overview

FAQ

Yes, the DXe is a DSMX transmitter.

This model is discontinued, but it did include GPS. Its replacement, the Carbon Cub S 2 (HBZ32000) does not include GPS, it is an optional item.

The replacement is the Carbon Cub S 2 RTF. https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/carbon-cub-s-2-1.3m-rtf/HBZ32000.html