T-34 Mentor 25e ARF

Assembly Manual

Specifications
Wingspan: 55.0 in (1575mm)
Length: 44.0 in (1110mm)
Wing Area: 545 sq in (34.9 sq dm)
Weight w/o Battery: 4.40–4.50 lb (1.90–2.00 kg)
Weight w/Battery: 5.00–5.25 lb (2.20–2.30 kg)
 Table of Contents Introduction Product Registration
Introduction............................................................ 2
Important Warranty Information............................... 2 Introduced during the Cold War as an economical Register your product online at:
primary trainer for U.S. armed forces, the T-34 Mentor www.e-fliterc.com/register/
Using the Manual.................................................... 2
continues to be one of the most sought-after warbirds
Product Registration................................................ 2
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout..................................... 2
to this day. Its aerobatic ability and good-natured Contents of Kit/Parts Layout
flying manners have endeared it to thousands of pilots,
Covering Colors...................................................... 2 both civilian and military. E-flite’s sport scale recreation EFL4801 Wing Set
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries............................ 2 of the Mentor perfectly replicates the easy-going flight EFL4802 Fuselage with Hatch
Recommended Radio Equipment.............................. 3 characteristics of the full-scale version by virtue of EFL4803 Tail Set
Optional Accessories............................................... 3 a blended Selig airfoil design that yields impressive EFL4804 Cowling
Brushless Outrunner Setup - Power 25...................... 3 aerobatic capability without any surprises. EFL4806 Pushrod Set
Brushless Outrunner Setup - Power 32...................... 3 EFL4807 Landing Gear
Assembly is simple and straightforward with plenty of
Required Tools and Adhesives.................................. 3 EFL4808 Spinner
details completed for you, right out of the box.
Warning................................................................. 3 EFL4809 Aft Tail Cone
Horizontal and Vertical Fin Installation...................... 4 If you’re an intermediate to advanced pilot wanting EFL4810 Hardware Pack
Radio Installation.................................................... 6 a good-looking, knock around plane for Sunday
Nose Gear Installation............................................. 9 afternoons, the T-34 Mentor 25e has what it takes.
Motor and Speed Controller Installation.................. 11
Cowling and Spinner Installation............................ 12 Important Warranty Information
Aileron Servo Installation....................................... 14
Fixed Flap Installation............................................ 16 Please read our Warranty and Liability Limitations
Flap Servo Installation........................................... 17 section on Page 24 before building this product. If you
Joining the Wing Panels........................................ 19 as the Purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the
Main Landing Gear Installation.............................. 20 liability associated with the use of this Product, you are
Final Assembly...................................................... 21 advised to return this Product immediately in new and
unused condition to the place of purchase.
Control Throws..................................................... 21
Center of Gravity.................................................. 22
Range Test Your Radio........................................... 22
Using the Manual
Flying Your T-34 Mentor........................................ 23
Age Requirements................................................. 23
This manual is divided into sections to help make Covering Colors
assembly easier to understand, and to provide breaks
Safety Do’s and Don’ts for Pilots............................. 23 between each major section. In addition, check boxes HANU870 White
Daily Flight Checks................................................ 23 have been placed next to each step to keep track HANU883 Flame Red
Glossary of Terms................................................. 24 of its completion. Steps with a single circle () are HANU874 Black
Warranty Information............................................ 24 performed once, while steps with two circles ( )
CE Compliance Information indicate that the step will require repeating, such as for Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries
for the European Union.................................... 26 a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc.
2009 Official Academy of
Remember to take your time and follow the directions. Lithium Polymer batteries are significantly
Model Aeronautics Safety Code........................ 26 more volatile than alkaline or Ni-Cd/
Ni-MH batteries used in RC applications.
All manufacturer’s instructions and warnings
must be followed closely. Mishandling of
Li-Po batteries can result in fire. Always
follow the manufacturer’s instructions when
disposing of Lithium Polymer batteries.

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 Recommended Radio Equipment Brushless Outrunner Setup - Power 25 Required Tools and Adhesives
EFLM4025A Power 25 Brushless Outrunner Tools & Equipment
You will need a minimum of a 4-channel transmitter, Motor, 870Kv
receiver and four servos. You can choose to purchase Ruler (EFLA264) Hobby knife (#11 blade)
APC11080E 11 x 8e Electric Propeller
a complete radio system. If you are using an Nut driver: 1/4-inch Pliers
existing transmitter, just purchase the other required EFLA1060 60-Amp Lite Switch-Mode
Pin vise String/dental floss
equipment separately. We recommend the crystal- BEC Brushless
Tapered reamer Phillips Screwdriver: #1
free, interference-free Spektrum™ DX6i 2.4GHz DSM® EFLB32004S 3200mAh 4S 14.8V 20C Li-Po,
Low-tack tape Flat blade screwdriver
6-channel system. If using your own transmitter, we 13AWG EC3
Hex Wrench or Ball Driver: 2.5mm
recommend the JR SPORT™ ST47 servos.
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 5/64-inch (2mm)
We have tested out T-34 25e ARF using the 4S Power
If you own a Spektrum radio, just add a DSM2™ 25 option listed above. Although this will push the Adhesives
receiver and four (or five) JR SPORT ST47 Standard motor out of the claimed parameters listed in the Thin CA
servos. We show the installation of the Spektrum
Power 25 instructions on the ground, our flight testing Medium CA
AR6200 receiver in the manual.
and Eagle Tree monitoring has shown this system Threadlock
Complete Radio System to fall well within the specifications of the Power 25 Optional Tools and Adhesives
SPM6600 DX6i 6-Channel Full Range and its limitations. This is the preferred power choice
Hex wrench or ball driver: 3/32-inch
w/o Servos for this model due to a lighter weight and extreme
Open end or box wrench: 12mm
power.
Or Purchase Separately
If you so choose, you can run the standard Power 25 Warning
SPMAR6200 AR6200 6-Channel Receiver setup with the following components.
And
An RC aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause
JSP20050 ST47 Standard Servo (4) EFLM4025A Power 25 Brushless Outrunner serious bodily harm and damage to property. Fly
(5 if using flaps) Motor, 870 Kv only in open areas, preferably at AMA (Academy of
JRPA215 HD Servo Horn (rudder) APC12080E 12x8e Electric Porpellor Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites, following all
EFLREX6L 6-inch Extension, EFLA1040 40-Amp Pro Switch-Mode BEC instructions included with your radio.
Lightweight (2) Brushless
EFLRYH3 3-inch Y-Harness, Lightweight EFLB32003S 3200mAh 3S 11.1V 20C Li-Po, Keep loose items that can get entangled in the
13AWG EC3 propeller away from the prop, including loose clothing,
Optional Accessories or other objects such as pencils and screwdrivers.
Brushless Outrunner Setup - Power 32 Especially keep your hands away from the propeller.
EFLA110 Power Meter
EFLC3005 Celectra™ 1- to 3-Cell EFLM4032A Power 32 Brushless Outrunner
Li-Po Charger Motor, 770Kv
EFLC505 Intelligent 1- to 5-Cell APC12080E 12 x 8e Electric Propeller
Balancing Charger EFLA1060 60-Amp Lite Pro Switch-Mode During the course of building your model, we suggest
EFLSP225 21/4-inch Aluminum Spinner BEC Brushless that you use a soft base for the building surface.
EFLB32004S 3200mAh 4S 14.8V 20C Li-Po, Such things as a foam stand, large piece of bedding
13AWG EC3 foam or a thick bath towel will work well and help
protect the model from damage during assembly.

The Spektrum trademark is used with permission

of Bachmann Industries, Inc.

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 Horizontal and Vertical Fin Installation  2. Break in the hinges for the stabilizer by flexing  3. Thread a nylon control horn on the threaded
it through its range of motion a few times. This will control horn screw of the elevator. The top edge of
Required Parts make it easier for the servo to operate for your first the horn will be flush with the end of the screw as
flights. shown. The control horn is located on the bottom-
Fuselage assembly Horizontal stabilizer
side of the elevator. You might need to use a #1
Vertical stabilizer Nylon control horn (2) Phillips screwdriver to hold the screw while you
4-40 locknut (2) #4 washer (2) thread the nylon control horn on.
#2 x 1/2-inch self-tapping screw (2)
Aft tail cone
Required Tools and Adhesives
Ruler Phillips screwdriver: #1
Threadlock Low-tack tape
Box wrench or nut driver: 1/4-inch

 1. Carefully remove the tape that holds the canopy

hatch to the fuselage. Lift the hatch at the rear
and slide it back to remove. Set it aside in a safe
location.

 4. Slide the stabilizer in the slot at the rear of the

fuselage. The control horn faces the bottom of the
fuselage when installed.

To save time, break in all the hinges at this time,

including the rudder, ailerons and flaps.

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 5. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the  7. Insert the threaded rods from the fin through the  9. The fin is secured using two 4-40 locknuts and
rudder control horn. holes in the fuselage and stabilizer. You may need two #4 washers. Use a 1/4-inch box wrench or nut
to position the stabilizer to accomplish this step. driver to tighten the nuts.

 6. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, remove the long

silver screw from the control horn collar. Thread a  8. While sliding the fin in position, you will need
nylon control horn on the screw until it is 1/4-inch to place the rudder control horn in position.
(6mm) from the head of the screw head as shown. Make sure the black screw faces to the rear of the
fuselage so it can be tightened later. Make sure not to over-tighten the
Thread the screw back in the collar. nuts, damaging the fuselage.

 10. Check that the rudder control horn is

positioned 90 degrees to the rudder. If not, you will
get unequal throw of the rudder from right to left.
You can use a piece of low tack tape to tape the
rudder in place.

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  11. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the  13. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to install the two Radio Installation
control horn screw. Reposition the nylon control #2 x 1/2-inch self-tapping screws that secure the
horn if necessary so it faces the front of the aft tail cone to the rear of the fuselage. Required Parts
fuselage so the rudder pushrod can be connected.
Fuselage assembly Servo with hardware (2)
Receiver Y-harness
HD servo horn Hook and loop tape
Elevator pushrod wire, 231/4-inch (590mm)
Rudder pushrod wire, 227/8-inch (581mm)
Pushrod keeper Nylon clevis (2)
Silicone keepers (2) Plywood servo plate (2)
Radio system
Brass pushrod connector
Nylon pushrod connector backplate
Required Tools and Adhesives
Pliers Phillips screwdriver: #1
Thin CA Pin vise
Medium CA
Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm)
Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners
to prevent them from vibrating loose.  1. Prepare the rudder and elevator servos by
installing the grommets and brass eyelets as shown.
 12. Tighten the black screw using a #1 Phillips
screwdriver.

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 2. Use medium CA to glue the plywood servo  4. Apply 2–3 drops of thin CA in each of the eight  6. Use hook and loop tape to mount the receiver in
plates in position for the rudder and elevator holes. Steps 2 and 3 prepare the holes so the the fuselage. Plug a Y-harness in the AIL port of the
servos. Make sure to align the plates with the screws fit securely and won’t vibrate loose in flight. receiver. Also plug the rudder and elevator servos
openings before the CA can cure. in the receiver as well.

 5. Install the elevator and rudder servos using the

screws provided with the servo. Use a #1 Phillips
screwdriver to tighten the screws. Note that the
The servo openings in the servo tray are designed output of both servos face the rear of the fuselage. Secure the excess from the servo leads so they do
to fit the E-flite servos that come with the RTF not interfere with the operation of the radio system.
version of the model. The plywood plates are
necessary for the installation of standard servos.  7. Mount the remote receiver to the side of the
fuselage using hook and loop tape.
 3. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a servo
mounting screw into each of the eight holes in the
servo tray.

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  8. Use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit to  9. Insert the brass pushrod connector in the  11. Use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit to
enlarge the holes in the servo arm that are 1/2- hole that is 1/2-inch (14mm) from the center of enlarge the hole on the elevator servo horn that is
inch (14mm) and 3/4-inch (20mm) from the center the servo horn. Use a nylon pushrod connector 1/2-inch (13mm) from the center of the horn.
of the HD servo horn. backplate to secure the connector.

 12. Slide the 231/4-inch (590mm) elevator pushrod

wire into the tube in the fuselage. Insert the bend in
the enlarged hole in the servo horn as shown.

 10. Center the rudder servo using the radio system.

Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to install the servo
horn prepared in the past few steps on the rudder
servo.

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 13. Slide a pushrod keeper on the wire from the  15. Slide a silicone keeper on the clevis and thread Nose Gear Installation
underside of the servo arm. Swing the connector the clevis on the elevator pushrod wire. With the
around and snap it on the pushrod wire to secure elevator servo centered, connect the clevis to the Required Parts
the wire and servo horn. You may need to use nylon control horn. The elevator must align with the
Fuselage assembly Nylon steering arm
pliers to snap the keeper on the wire. stabilizer. If not, adjust the clevis so it does.
Nose gear assembly 3mm x 8mm socket head screw
Nose gear pushrod wire, 111/2-inch (292mm)
3mm x 4mm machine screw
Radio system Battery
Required Tools and Adhesives
Hex wrench or ball driver: 2.5mm
Phillips screwdriver: #1
Threadlock

 1. Insert the 111/2-inch (292mm) nose gear

pushrod wire in the slot near the nose gear mount
in the firewall. Guide the wire through the fuselage
formers and through the brass pushrod connector
 16. Slide a silicone keeper on the clevis and thread as shown.
the clevis on the rudder pushrod wire. With the
rudder servo centered, connect the clevis to the
nylon control horn. The rudder must align with the
fin. If not, adjust the clevis so it does. You may find
you need to remove the pushrod from the rudder
servo to make adjustments on the clevis.

 14. Repeat Steps 12 and 13 to install the 227/8-

inch (581mm) rudder pushrod wire.

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  2. Attach the nylon steering arm to the nose gear  4. The nose gear assembly has a flat area where
wire. Insert the bend in the wire through the middle the screw in the steering arm will rest. Make sure
hole of the steering arm. this faces forward when the nose gear assembly is
installed. Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners
to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 6. With the rudder servo centered, align the nose

wheel parallel to the fuselage center line. Use
a 3mm x 4mm machine screw and #1 Phillips
screwdriver to tighten the screw to secure the
pushrod wire in the brass connector.

 3. Position the steering arm in the nose gear

mount. Make sure the hole for the screw in the arm
faces forward so the nose gear can be installed.
Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners
to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 5. Slide the nose gear assembly though the nose

gear mount and steering arm. Use a 3mm x
8mm socket head screw to secure the nose gear
assembly. The screw is tightened on the flat area
indicated in Step 4 using a 2.5mm hex wrench or If you find your model does not track straight on
ball driver. the runway, you may need to re-center the nose
wheel. Do not use the rudder trim to correct a
tracking problem with your aircraft. The rudder
trim is used to trim the model in flight.

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Motor and Speed Controller Installation  2. Attach the motor to the firewall using four 3mm  3. Insert the wires for the motor from the speed
x 15mm socket head screws. Use a 2.5mm hex control through the hole in the right-hand side of
Required Parts wrench or ball driver to tighten the screws. Note the fuselage as shown.
the different position of the mount in relationship to
Fuselage assembly Motor with hardware
the firewall for the Power 25 and Power 32.
Speed control Hook and loop tape
Radio system Battery
3mm x 15mm socket head screw (4)
Motor standoff, 3/8-inch (5mm)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Phillips screwdriver: #1 Threadlock
Hex wrench or ball driver: 2.5mm

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.  4. The motor wires will exit the hole near the motor
box. Connect the wires from the motor to the wires
 1. Attach the X-mount to the motor using the from the speed control.
screws provided with the motor and a #1 Phillips
screwdriver. When attaching the Power 32, you will need to
use the four 3/8-inch (5mm) standoffs between the
mount and firewall to set the correct motor spacing.

If you use all E-flite components in the

power system, you can connect the ESC and
motor wires by matching the colors and the
motor will spin in the correct direction.
Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners
to prevent them from vibrating loose.

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  5. Use hook and loop tape to secure the speed Cowling and Spinner Installation  2. Slide the propeller adapter on the motor shaft.
control to the side of the fuselage.
Required Parts
Fuselage assembly Cowling
3mm washer (4) Propeller adapter
Propeller Spinner cone
Spinner backplate Motor battery
Hook and loop tape
Hook and loop strap (2)
3mm x 12mm self-tapping screw (2)
3mm x 12mm socket head screw (4)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Hex wrench or ball driver: 2.5mm
Phillips screwdriver: #1  3. Slide the spinner backplate on the propeller
 6. Check the operation of your motor at this time Tapered reamer adapter. It may be necessary to enlarge the hole in
using the radio system. The motor should spin Optional Items the spinner backplate using a tapered reamer if it
counterclockwise when viewed from the front 12mm wrench does not fit on the propeller adapter.
of the fuselage. If not, follow the speed control Aluminum spinner assembly
manufacturer’s recommendations to reverse the Hex wrench or ball driver: 3/32-inch
direction if necessary.
 1. Use four 3mm x 12mm socket head screws
and four 3mm washers to attach the cowl to the
fuselage. Use a 2.5mm hex wrench or ball driver to
tighten the screws.

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 4. Slide the propeller on the adapter. It may be  8. Use two hook and loop straps to secure the
necessary to enlarge the hole in the propeller using battery in the fuselage. Use hook and look tape
a tapered reamer if it does not fit on the propeller between the battery and battery tray to keep it
adapter. Before tightening the spinner nut, make sure from sliding during flight.
there is a gap between the backplate and cowl
so they do not rub when the motor is running.

 6. Check the fit of the spinner cone on the

backplate. There should be an equal gap between
the propeller and the opening for the propeller in
the spinner backplate. If there is not, go back to
Step 5 and reposition the propeller in relationship
to the spinner backplate.

It is always a good idea to balance your propeller. Use the battery to correctly balance your model. It
An unbalanced propeller can cause vibrations can be moved forward or rearward as necessary
to be transmitted into the airframe which could to make changes to the balance of your model.
damage the airframe or other components as well
as produce unwanted flight characteristics. Optional Aluminum Spinner Installation

 5. Use a hex wrench or ball driver to tighten the  A. Slide the adapter and spinner backplate on the
 7. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver and two 3mm x
propeller adapter nut. The propeller should be motor shaft.
12mm self-tapping screws to secure the spinner
positioned so it almost touches the small bumps on
cone to the spinner backplate.
the spinner backplate.

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  B. Slide the propeller on the adapter. It may be Aileron Servo Installation
necessary to enlarge the hole in the propeller using
a tapered reamer if it does not fit on the propeller Required Parts
adapter. Before tightening the spinner nut, make sure
Wing panel (left and right) Pushrod keeper (2)
there is a gap between the backplate and cowl
Servo with hardware (2) Nylon control horn (2)
so they do not rub when the motor is running.
Nylon clevis (2) Silicone keeper (2)
Radio system Battery
 D. Use the screw provided with the spinner to 6-inch (228mm) servo extension (2)
secure the spinner cone. Use a 3/32-inch hex Aileron linkage wire, 31/2-inch (89mm) (2)
wrench or ball driver to tighten the screw.
Required Tools and Adhesives
String or dental floss Thin CA
Pin vise Phillips screwdriver: #1
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm)

 1. Prepare the aileron servo by installing the

grommets and brass eyelets as described in the
servo instructions.

It is always a good idea to balance your propeller.

An unbalanced propeller can cause vibrations
to be transmitted into the airframe which could
damage the airframe or other components as well
as produce unwanted flight characteristics.

 C. Use a 12mm wrench and the nut provided with

the spinner to secure the propeller.

 2. Use string or dental floss to secure a 6-inch

(152mm) servo extension to the aileron servo lead.

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 3. Tie the string located inside the wing to the end  5. Use 2–3 drops of thin CA to harden the holes  7. Thread the nylon control horn on the aileron
of the servo lead. Pull the servo lead through the drilled in the previous step. control screw. Thread the horn on so the top of the
wing and out the hole in the top sheeting. horn is flush with the end of the screw as shown.
You may need to use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to
hold the control horn screw while threading on the
nylon control horn.

 6. Use the screws provided with the servo and a #1

 4. Use a pin vise and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill Phillips screwdriver to secure the servo in the wing.
bit to drill the four holes for the servo mounting Make sure the output of the servo faces the aileron
screws. when installed.
 8. Use a pushrod keeper to secure the 31/2-inch
(89mm) aileron linkage wire to the nylon control
horn. The wire is inserted from the side of the horn
closest to the wing tip.

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  9. Slide a silicone keeper on the clevis, then thread Fixed Flap Installation  3. Slide on two silicone keepers and thread the
the clevis on the linkage wire. With the aileron two nylon clevises on the flap linkage. Thread each
servo centered, attach the clevis to a hole on the Required Parts clevis 10 turns as a start.
servo horn that is 1/2-inch (13mm) from the center
Wing panel (left) Nylon control horn
of the horn. Adjust the linkage so the aileron is
aligned with the wing tip when the aileron servo is Flap linkage Nylon clevis (2)
centered. Silicone keeper (2) Flap stay
Required Tools and Adhesives
Medium CA

Note: If you are installing the operational

flaps you can skip this section of the manual.

 1. Thread the control horn on the flap linkage.

The top of the horn will be flush with the top of the
threads as shown.
 4. Insert the flap linkage in the forward hole in the
flap stay as shown.

 10. Repeat Steps 1 through 9 to install the

remaining aileron servo and linkage.

 2. Use medium CA to attach the flap stay in the

notch in the root of the right wing panel.

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 5. Connect the linkage to the nylon control horn. Flap Servo Installation  3. Prepare the flap servo by installing the grommets
Adjust the clevis so the flap is aligned with the and brass eyelets. Pass the servo lead through the
trailing edge of the wing as shown. Required Parts hole inside the wing, then through the hole in the
top of the sheeting.
Wing panel (left) Nylon control horn
Flap linkage Nylon clevis (2)
Pushrod keeper Servo with hardware
Radio system Silicone keeper (2)
Battery
Required Tools and Adhesives
Pin vise Hobby knife with #11 blade
Thin CA Phillips screwdriver: #1
Ruler
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 5/64-inch (2mm)

 1. Use a hobby knife and #11 blade to remove the

covering from the opening from the wing for the
flap servo.

The wing is displayed joined to show

that both flaps will need to be aligned
when the wing is joined together.

 2. Thread the control horn on the flap linkage.

The top of the horn will be flush with the top of the
threads as shown. Place a piece of tape on the flap servo lead so it can
be easily differentiated from the aileron servo lead.

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  3. Place the servo in the opening. Use a pin vise  5. Use the screws provided with the servo and a #1  7. Use a pin vise and a 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit
and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill the four Phillips screwdriver to secure the flap servo in the to enlarge the hole in the servo horn that is 1/2-
holes for the servo mounting screws. wing. Make sure the output of the servo faces to inch (13mm) from the center of the servo.
the leading edge of the wing.

 4. Place 2–3 drops of thin CA into each of the  8. Use a pushrod keeper to connect the linkage
holes to harden the surrounding wood.  6. Slide a silicone keeper on and thread the two to the servo horn. Attach the clevis to the nylon
nylon clevises on the flap linkage. Thread each control horn. With the flap servo centered, check
clevis 10 turns as a start. that the amount of flap is set at 1/4-inch (6mm).
This is the HALF FLAP position. Adjust the linkage if
necessary to achieve this measurement.

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 9. Use the flap adjustment of your radio system to Joining the Wing Panels  3. Slide the 5/32 x 13/16-inch (4mm x 30mm)
set the FULL FLAP position. The measurement for aluminum pin in the wing panel in the socket near
full flap is 1/2-inch (13mm). Required Parts the trailing edge of the wing as shown.
Wing panel (right and left)
Nylon control horn Nylon strap
Aluminum wing tube
3mm x 12mm self-tapping screw (2)
Aluminum pin, 5/32 x 13/16-inch (4mm x 30mm)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Thin CA Phillips screwdriver: #1

 1. Thread the control horn on the flap linkage of

the right wing. The top of the horn will be flush with
the top of the threads as shown.

 10. Use the flap adjustment of your radio system to  4. Slide the wing panels together. They will fit
set the UP FLAP position. The flaps will align with tightly together as shown in the second photo.
the trailing edge of the wing when up.

 2. Slide the aluminum wing tube into the wing

panel. Slide the tube in only as far as it will easily
slide. Do not force the wing tube into the socket.

We have shown three positions for the flaps. If you

are using a transmitter with only a 2-position switch,
then the half flap position would not be used. Flap
throws are covered at the end of the manual.

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  5. Use two 3mm x 12mm self-tapping screws and Main Landing Gear Installation  2. Use two nylon straps and four 3mm x 12mm
a nylon strap to secure the panels together. Holes self-tapping screws to secure the landing gear to
have been pre-drilled for the screws. Make sure to Required Parts the wing. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten
place 2–3 drops of thin CA into the holes before the screws in the pre-drilled holes in the bottom of
Wing assembly Nylon strap (4)
starting the screws. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to the wing.
tighten the screws. Main landing gear (2)
3mm x 12mm self-tapping screw (8)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Phillips screwdriver: #1

 1. Insert the main landing gear in the wing panel.

It will fit flush to the bottom of the wing when
installed.

 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to attach the remaining

 6. Connect the remaining side of the flap linkage gear to the opposite wing panel.
to the flap control horn. Make sure both flaps are
aligned with the trailing edge of the wing when the
flap servo is in the UP position.

Make sure both flaps are UP if you are

flying your model with fixed flaps.

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 Final Assembly Control Throws
Required Parts
 1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your
Fuselage assembly Wing assembly
model. Check the movement of the rudder using
Canopy hatch Nylon wing bolt (2) the transmitter. When the stick is moved right,
Required Tools and Adhesives the rudder should also move right. Reverse the
Flat blade screwdriver direction of the servo at the transmitter if necessary.

 1. Position the wing on the bottom of the fuselage.  2. Check the movement of the elevator with the
Slide the wing forward so the tab on the front of radio system. Moving the elevator stick toward the
the wing goes into the slot at the front of the wing bottom of the transmitter will make the airplane
saddle. Check to make sure the wires from the elevator move up.
wing are inside the fuselage.  3. Connect the wires from the aileron servos to the
Y-harness plugged into the AIL port of the receiver.  3. Check the movement of the ailerons with the
If you installed operating flaps, plug the lead from radio system. Moving the aileron stick right will
the flap servo into the appropriate channel of your make the right aileron move up and the left aileron
receiver. move down.

 4. Use a ruler to adjust the throw of the elevator,

ailerons and rudder.

 2. Use two nylon wing bolts to secure the wing to

the fuselage. Use a flat blade screwdriver to tighten
the wing bolts.

 4. Place the canopy hatch back on the fuselage.

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 Aileron Low Rate Center of Gravity Range Test Your Radio
Up 1/4-inch (6mm)
Down 1/4-inch (6mm) An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is Before each flying session, and especially with a new
Aileron High Rate properly balancing the model. model, it is important to perform a range check. It
Up 1/2-inch (13mm) is helpful to have another person available to assist
Caution: Do not inadvertently skip this step! during the range check. If you are using a Spektrum
Down 1/2-inch (13mm)
transmitter, please refer to your transmitter’s manual for
Elevator Low Rate The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for detailed instructions on the range check process.
Up 3/8-inch (9.5mm) your model is 43/4- to 47/8-inches (120–127mm) back
Down 3/8-inch (9.5mm) from the leading edge of the wing at the center. Make  1. With the model resting on the ground, stand 30
Elevator High Rate sure to measure from the farthest point forward for paces (approximately 90 feet) away from the model.
accuracy. Mark the location for the Center of Gravity
Up 3/4-inch (20mm) on the top of the wing next to the fuselage as shown.
Down 3/4-inch (20mm)  2. Face the model with the transmitter in your
With the model inverted, adjust components as normal flying position. Be sure the throttle is in the
Rudder Low Rate
necessary so the model hangs level or slightly nose full down position and plug the flight battery into
Left 3/4-inch (20mm) down. This is the correct balance point for your model. the speed control.
Right 3/4-inch (20mm) You might find that you need to shift the battery slightly
Rudder High Rate to either the front or back of the fuselage to achieve  3. As you move the controls, watch to be sure the
Left 3/4-inch (20mm) the correct balance. airplane’s motor and controls operate smoothly.
Right 3/4-inch (20mm) You should have total control of the model at 30
Flap Throw paces (90 feet).
Up Align with wing trailing edge
Center 1/4-inch (6mm)  4. If control issues exist, call the Horizon Support
Down 1/2-inch (13mm) Team at 1 877 504 0233 or go to horizonhobby.
com to find a local Spektrum distributor in your
country for service if you are using a Spektrum
radio system.

Measurements are taken at the inner or

widest point on the control surface.

These are general guidelines measured from our own

flight tests. You can experiment with higher rates to
match your preferred style of flying.

Travel Adjust, Sub-Trim and Dual Rates are

not listed and should be adjusted according
to each individual model and preference.
After the first flights, the CG position can be adjusted
for your personal preference.
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 Flying Your T-34 Mentor Age Requirements Daily Flight Checks
Your T-34 Mentor 25e ARF has been designed with Age Recommendation: 14 years or over. This is not
performance in mind for spirited aerobatics while still a toy. This product is not intended for use by children  1. Check the battery voltage of the transmitter
maintaining gentle stall characteristics in slow flight. without direct adult supervision. battery. Do not fly below the manufacturer’s
After plugging in your battery taxi out onto the runway recommended voltage. To do so can crash
and line up on the center line. Apply power and Safety Do’s and Don’ts for Pilots your aircraft.
after a short takeoff roll, apply a small amount of up
elevator. Climb to altitude and trim the model for level • Check all control surfaces prior to each takeoff.
flight at approximately 3/4 throttle. Once trimmed
out you will find the model behaves very well to any • D o not fly your model near spectators, parking
areas or any other area that could result in injury to When you check these batteries, ensure that you have
command. Inverted flight requires only a small amount the polarities correct on your expanded scale voltmeter.
of down elevator to maintain level flight. Rolls, loops, people or damage of property.
and Split S maneuvers are easily accomplished with
• Do not fly during adverse weather conditions. Poor  2. Check all hardware (linkages, screws, nuts,
either power system. Landing the T-34 is about as easy
visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control and bolts) prior to each day’s flight. Be sure that
as a low wing plane can get. Reduce power and set
of your aircraft. Strong winds can cause similar binding does not occur and that all parts are
up on final approach. A small amount of up elevator
problems. properly secured.
will deliver the flare to touchdown just like the pro’s do
it. We hope you enjoy the T-34 as much as we have. • Do not take chances. If at any time during flight you
 3. Ensure that all surfaces are moving in the
observe any erratic or abnormal operation, land
Happy landings. proper manner.
immediately and do not resume flight until the cause
of the problem has been ascertained and corrected.
Safety can never be taken lightly.  4. Perform a ground range check before each
day’s flying session.
• Do not fly near power lines.
 5. Prior to starting your aircraft, turn off your
transmitter, then turn it back on. Do this each time
you start your aircraft. If any critical switches are
on without your knowledge, the transmitter alarm
will sound a warning at this time.

 6. Check that all trim levers are in the

proper location.

 7. All servo pigtails and switch harness plugs

should be secured in the receiver. Make sure that
the switch harness moves freely in both directions.

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 Glossary of Terms Nose Gear: The part of the landing gear that is Warranty Information
attached to the nose of the fuselage. The nose gear is
usually connected to the rudder servo to help you steer
Ailerons: Each side of this airplane has a hinged the airplane on the ground. Warranty Period
control surface (aileron), located on the trailing edge of
the wing. Move the aileron stick on the transmitter left, Pitch Axis: The horizontal plane on which the Exclusive Warranty- Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon)
the left aileron moves up and the right aileron moves airplane’s nose is raised or lowered. By moving the warranties that the Products purchased (the “Product”)
down. Moving the left aileron up causes more drag elevator, you can raise the airplane’s nose above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
and less lift, causing the left wing to drop down. When the pitch axis (climb) or lower it below the pitch axis at the date of purchase by the Purchaser.
the right aileron moves down, more lift is created, (dive).
causing the right wing to rise. This interaction causes Limited Warranty
the airplane to turn or roll to the left. Perform the Pushrod: The rigid mechanism that transfers movement
opposite actions, and the airplane will roll to the right. from the servo to the control surface. (a) This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser
(“Purchaser”) and is not transferable. REPAIR
Clevis: The clevis connects the wire end of the pushrod Roll Axis: The horizontal plane on which the airplane’s
OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
to the control horn of the control surface. Being a small wings are raised or lowered. By adjusting the ailerons,
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
clip, the clevis has fine threads so that you can adjust you can drop a wing tip below the roll axis and cause
PURCHASER. This warranty covers only those Products
the length of the pushrod. the airplane to bank or roll.
purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer. Third
Control Horn: This arm connects the control surface to Rudder: The hinged control surface on the vertical party transactions are not covered by this warranty.
the clevis and pushrod. stabilizer that controls the airplane’s yaw. Moving Proof of purchase is required for warranty claims.
the rudder to the left causes the airplane to yaw left; Further, Horizon reserves the right to change or modify
Dihedral: The degree of angle (V-shaped bend) moving the rudder to the right causes it to yaw right. this warranty without notice and disclaims all other
at which the wings intersect the fuselage is called warranties, express or implied.
dihedral. More dihedral gives an airplane more Servo: The servo transforms your ground commands
aerodynamic stability. Some sailplanes and trainer into physical adjustments of the airplane while it’s in (b) Limitations- HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTY
planes with large dihedral dispense with ailerons and the air. OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
use only the rudder to control the roll and yaw. ABOUT NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY
Servo Output Arm: A removable arm or wheel OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE
Elevator: The hinged control surface on the back of connecting the servo to the pushrod (also called PRODUCT. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES
the stabilizer that moves to control the airplane’s pitch servo horn). THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE
axis. Pulling the transmitter’s control stick toward the PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS
bottom of the transmitter moves the elevator upward, Spinner: Term describing the nose cone that covers the OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
and the airplane begins to climb. Push the control stick propeller hub.
forward, and the airplane begins to dive. (c) Purchaser Remedy- Horizon’s sole obligation
Threadlock: A liquid that solidifies; used to prevent hereunder shall be that Horizon will, at its option,
Fuselage: The main body of an airplane. screws from loosening due to vibration. (i) repair or (ii) replace, any Product determined
by Horizon to be defective. In the event of a defect,
Hinge: Flexible pieces used to connect the control Torque Rods: Inserted into the ailerons, these rigid these are the Purchaser’s exclusive remedies. Horizon
surface to the flying surface. All hinges must be glued wire rods run along the wing’s trailing edge, then bend reserves the right to inspect any and all equipment
properly and securely to prevent the airplane from downward and connect to the pushrod. involved in a warranty claim. Repair or replacement
crashing. (This has already been done for you on the decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.
Vertical Stabilizer: The vertical flying surface of the tail
Alpha Advanced trainer.) This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or
gives the airplane stability while in flight.
damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse,
Horizontal Stabilizer: The horizontal flying surface of negligence, commercial use, or modification of or
Wheel Collar: The round, metal retaining piece that
the tail gives the airplane stability while in flight. to any part of the Product. This warranty does not
anchors wheels in place on the wheel axle.
Leading Edge: The front of a flying surface. cover damage due to improper installation, operation,
Wing: The lifting surface of an airplane. maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other
Main Landing Gear: The wheel and gear assembly than Horizon. Return of any goods by Purchaser must
Yaw Axis: The vertical plane through which the be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment.
the airplane uses to land. It is attached to the bottom of
airplane’s nose rotates as it yaws to the left or to the
the fuselage.
right. The rudder controls the yaw axis.

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Damage Limits Questions, Assistance, and Repairs Non-Warranty Repairs

HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase Should your repair not be covered by warranty the
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS cannot provide warranty support or repair. Once repair will be completed and payment will be required
OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL assembly, setup or use of the Product has been without notification or estimate of the expense unless
LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE started, you must contact Horizon directly. This will the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost.
PRODUCT, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN enable Horizon to better answer your questions By submitting the item for repair you are agreeing
CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT and service you in the event that you may need any to payment of the repair without notification. Repair
LIABILITY. Further, in no event shall the liability of assistance. For questions or assistance, please direct estimates are available upon request. You must include
Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on your email to productsupport@horizonhobby.com, this request with your repair. Non-warranty repair
which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control or call 877.504.0233 toll free to speak to a service estimates will be billed a minimum of 1/2 hour of
over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, technician. labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight.
no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any Please advise us of your preferred method of payment.
resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or Inspection or Repairs Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks,
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immediately in new and unused condition to the place included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors disposed of accordingly. Please note: non-warranty
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discretion of Horizon Hobby. or concerns regarding this product or warranty.

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 United Kingdom: CE Compliance Information for the 2009 Official Academy of Model
Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair
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GENERAL
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in
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Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair equipment for recycling, please contact your local city 3. I will abide by this Safety Code and all rules
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Age Recommendation: 14 years or over. Not a toy. when within three (3) miles of an airport
concerns regarding this product or warranty.
Not intended for use by children without direct adult without notifying the airport operator. I will
supervision. yield the right-of-way and avoid flying in
the proximity of full-scale aircraft, utilizing a
spotter when appropriate.
6. I will not fly my model aircraft unless it is
identified with my name and address, or
AMA number, inside or affixed to the outside
of the model aircraft. This does not apply to
model aircraft flown indoors.
7. I will not operate model aircraft with
metal-blade propellers or with gaseous
boosts (other than air), nor will I operate
model aircraft with fuels containing
tetranitromethane or hydrazine.

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 8. I will not operate model aircraft carrying 3. I will not fly my model aircraft in the 8. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other
pyrotechnic devices which explode burn, or presence of spectators until I become a person touch a model aircraft in flight while
propel a projectile of any kind. Exceptions proficient flier, unless I am assisted by an it is still under power, except to divert it from
include Free Flight fuses or devices that experienced pilot. striking an individual.
burn producing smoke and are securely
attached to the model aircraft during flight. 4. At all flying sites a line must be established, 9. Radio-controlled night flying is limited to low-
Rocket motors up to a G-series size may be in front of which all flying takes place. Only performance model aircraft (less than 100
used, provided they remain firmly attached personnel associated with flying the model mph). The model aircraft must be equipped
to the model aircraft during flight. Model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the with a lighting system which clearly defines
rockets may be flown in accordance with line. In the case of airshows demonstrations the aircraft’s attitude and direction at all
the National Model Rocketry Safety Code; straight line must be established. An area times.
however, they may not be launched from away from the line must be maintained for
model aircraft. Officially designated AMA spectators. Intentional flying behind the line 10. The operator of a radio-controlled model
Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use is prohibited. aircraft shall control it during the entire
devices and practices as defined within the flight, maintaining visual contact without
Air Show Advisory Committee Document. 5. I will operate my model aircraft using only enhancement other than by corrective lenses
radio-control frequencies currently allowed that are prescribed for the pilot. No model
9. I will not operate my model aircraft while by the Federal Communications Commission aircraft shall be equipped with devices which
under the influence of alcohol or within eight (FCC). Only individuals properly licensed by allow it to be flown to a selected location
(8) hours of having consumed alcohol. the FCC are authorized to operate equipment which is beyond the visual range of the pilot.
on Amateur Band frequencies.
10. I will not operate my model aircraft while
using any drug which could adversely affect 6. I will not knowingly operate my model
my ability to safely control my model aircraft. aircraft within three (3) miles of any
preexisting flying site without a frequency-
11. Children under six (6) years old are only management agreement. A frequency
allowed on a flightline or in a flight area as management agreement may be an
a pilot or while under flight instruction. allocation of frequencies for each site, a
day-use agreement between sites, or testing
12. When and where required by rule, helmets which determines that no interference exists.
must be properly worn and fastened. A frequency-management agreement may
They must be OSHA, DOT, ANSI, SNELL exist between two or more AMA chartered
or NOCSAE approved or comply with clubs, AMA clubs and individual AMA
comparable standards. members, or individual AMA members.
RADIO CONTROL Frequency-management agreements,
including an interference test report if the
1. All model flying shall be conducted in a agreement indicates no interference exists,
manner to avoid over flight of unprotected will be signed by all parties and copies
people. provided to AMA Headquarters.

2. I will have completed a successful radio 7. With the exception of events flown under
equipment ground-range check before official AMA rules, no powered model may
the first flight of a new or repaired model be flown outdoors closer than 25 feet to any
aircraft. individual, except for the pilot and located at
the flightline.

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