Marchetti SF-260 BE Version 1620mm (63") Wingspan - ARF from Nexa - NXA1026-001

The SIAI-Marchetti SF.260 is an Italian light aircraft which has been commonly marketed as a military trainer and aerobatics aircraft. The SF.260 was designed by Italian aircraft designer Stelio Frati, while production work originally performed by Milan-based aviation manufacturer Aviamilano.

The Nexa Marchetti SF-260 is a electric or gas option .60-size aerobatic airplane with a 1620mm wingspan, constructed primarily from balsa wood and covered with a fuel-resistant covering. This ARF requires assembly and installation of your choice of servos and power system, and includes fully functional flaps, fiberglass cowl, wingtip tanks and other scale details. The large battery hatch affords ample room for either electric or gas setups. Impress at your flying field with this fun aerobatic!

Visit the Official Nexa Marchetti SF-260 1620mm ARF Discussion Thread on HobbySquawk.com for additional photos, videos, reviews, and customer Q&A.

Fully Covered and Detailed

The Nexa Marchetti SF-260 comes fully covered including simulated panel lines and rivets.

Scale Details Throughout

There is no shortage of scale details with this Marchetti SF-260 including functional flaps, wing tip tanks, painted canopy and plastic seat.

Fiberglass Cowling

The cowl is made of fiberglass for both looks and durability.

Aerobatic Performer

The Marchetti SF-260 performs aerobatics with ease and style.

Features:

Complete Balsa and lite-ply construction for rigidity and durability
Covered from tip to tail in scale details including functional flaps, plastic seat, antenna, printed simulated panel lines and rivets
Fiberglass cowling for strength and durability
All control surfaces come out of the box pre-hinged and installed for convenience
Large battery hatch allows for your chosen electric or gas setup

Includes:

Nexa Marchetti SF-260 BE Version 1620mm (63") Wingspan - ARF
Wheels and spinner
Fuel tank, hardware and decals

Requires:

7 Channel radio - select a minimum 7 channel radio from our Radio Collection
7 Channel receiver - select a minimum 7 channel receiver from our Receiver Collection
295Kv or equivalent brushless outrunner motor - we recommend the Admiral GP20 6320-295Kv Brushless Motor
120 Amp brushless ESC - we recommend the ZTW Skyhawk 130A ESC High Voltage with 10A SBEC
4x metal gear servos for ailerons, elevator, and rudder - we recommend Hitec D-645MW High Voltage High Torque Digital Metal Gear Servo Airplane Multi-Pack (4 Servos)
2x metal gear servos for flaps - we recommend Hitec HS-82MG Metal Gear Micro Servo Airplane Multi-Pack (2 Servos)
2x 4 Cell 14.8V 5000 - 6000mAh LiPo Batteries in series - we recommend Admiral Pro 5000mAh 4S 14.8V 60C LiPo Battery with EC5 Connector Multi-Pack (2 Batteries)
EC5 2 to 1 series adapter - we recommend BenchCraft EC5 2 to 1 Series Adapter
Standard 15x10 2-blade electric propeller - we recommend the APC 15x10 Thin Electric Propeller - Black
4 Cell compatible battery charger - select a minimum 4 cell (4S) charger from our Charger Collection
Electric retracts with upgraded struts - Nexa 1620mm Marchetti SF-260 BE Electronic Retract Set (3) with Upgraded Struts

Gas Requires:

.60-.65 (2 stroke) / .70-.90 (4 stroke) gas engine - we recommend the NGH GT17 17cc Two-Stroke Engine
14x8 2-blade propeller - we recommend the APC 14x8 Gas Propeller

Customer Note

Nexa 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).

Nexa Marchetti SF-260 BE Version 1620mm (63") Wingspan - ARF