SebArt Mini BAe Hawk T1 V2, Swiss Air-Force(ARF)
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SebArt Mini BAe Hawk T1 V2 ARF – Swiss Air Force
The SebArt Mini BAe Hawk T1 V2 in the striking Swiss Air Force scheme is one of the most distinctive sport jets in the giant-scale EDF and turbine world. With a 55.9" wingspan, painted fiberglass fuselage, and factory-installed retracts, this ARF is built for pilots who demand precision, performance, and showstopping looks on the flight line.
✈️ About SebArt & the Mini BAe Hawk
SebArt is an Italian manufacturer renowned for producing some of the finest composite RC jets and aerobatic aircraft in the world. The BAe Hawk T1 is operated by multiple air forces around the world as an advanced jet trainer — including the Swiss Air Force, which flew the Hawk as part of its training pipeline. SebArt's RC interpretation captures that same precision and authority in a dual-power platform that accepts both 90mm EDF and 30–45 turbine power. Gator-RC is the exclusive authorized SebArt dealer in North America.
Key Features
- Painted fiberglass fuselage in authentic Swiss Air Force livery — no covering to iron, no paint to apply
- Wings and stabilizers in balsa covered with Oracover
- Pre-installed wide-voltage electric retracts, gear doors, and 3 corresponding servos with sequencer
- Compatible with 90mm EDF or 30–45 turbine (with optional Turbine Conversion Kit)
- Scale cockpit detail and striking factory White/Red Swiss Air Force finish
- Upgraded wide-voltage servos and retracts throughout
- Estimated 16-hour build time
📐 Technical Specifications
| Wingspan | 55.9 in (1,420 mm) |
| Length | 57 in (1,400 mm) |
| Wing Surface | 496 sq in (32 dm²) |
| Weight (empty) | 6.6 lb (3.0 kg) |
| Flying Weight – EDF | ~8.5 lb (3.8 kg) with battery |
| Radio Channels | 6+ channels |
| Servos Required | 7 mini servos (2 aileron, 2 flap, 1 rudder, 2 elevator) |
📦 What's In The Box
- Painted fiberglass fuselage
- Balsa wings and stabilizers covered in Oracover
- Pre-installed wide-voltage electric retracts
- Pre-installed gear door servos and sequencer
- All necessary hardware and linkages
⚠️ Radio, power system, flight servos, and battery sold separately. See "Complete Your Build" below.
⚡ Complete Your Build – EDF Setup
| EDF Unit | JP Hobby 90mm 12-Blade EDF 12S Power System w/1080Kv Motor |
| ESC | JP Hobby 160A HV (6s–14s) ESC |
| Servos | 7x mini servos — 2 aileron, 2 flap, 1 rudder, 2 elevator — KingMax KM2612MDHV Coreless HV Mini Servo |
| Battery | 5000–5800 mAh 35–50C LiPo, 8S–10S |
| Radio | 6+ channel transmitter & receiver |
| Charger | LiPo battery charger |
🔥 Complete Your Build – Turbine Setup
| Turbine | 30–45 turbine (KingTech 45 or Zicoy 45 recommended) |
| Conversion Kit | Turbine Conversion Kit (sold separately) |
| Flight Servos | 7x mini servos — 2 aileron, 2 flap, 1 rudder, 2 elevator — KingMax KM2612MDHV Coreless HV Mini Servo |
| Radio | 6+ channel transmitter & receiver |
| Fuel System | Turbine fuel tank & lines (included in turbine conversion kit) |
Historical Context
The British Aerospace Hawk first took flight in 1974, designed originally by Hawker Siddeley as an advanced jet trainer to replace the aging Folland Gnat in RAF service. Sleek, agile, and forgiving enough for student pilots yet capable enough for display flying, the Hawk quickly earned a reputation as one of the finest jet trainers ever built. It entered RAF service in 1976 and has since been exported to over 18 air forces around the world — including the Swiss Air Force, which operated the Hawk as part of its advanced jet training program.
The Hawk's combination of docile handling, genuine jet performance, and low operating costs made it the trainer of choice for air forces that demanded real capability without the expense of front-line combat aircraft. In Swiss service, the Hawk carried on that tradition — preparing pilots for the demands of high-performance military aviation in the demanding terrain of the Alps. The aircraft's clean lines, responsive controls, and honest flight characteristics made it equally at home on the training circuit and the airshow circuit, and it remains one of the most respected jet trainers in aviation history.
✅ The Gator-RC Advantage
Gator-RC is the exclusive authorized SebArt dealer in North America — meaning you're buying direct from the source with full manufacturer support behind every order. Our team are experienced RC pilots who fly what we sell. We offer expert pre-sale advice, fast US shipping, and real post-sale support. When you buy SebArt from Gator-RC, you're backed by people who know these aircraft inside and out.
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