RC Lockheed P-38 Lightning Plane

The P-38 Lightning RC plane is scaled upon the American designed fighter aircraft of WWII manufactured by the Lockheed Corporation.

RC P-38 Lightning availability: The P-38 is produced by many RC plane manufacturers and is commonly available in  ARF, BNF, RTF & Kit construction formats. Most retail outlets stock this model. There are more Electric powered model options than Nitro powered models.

Original aircraft reference: Good background information on the  P-38 Lightning  can been seen at this Wikipedia link.     

Building from a plan: Some sites offer free plans for the RC P-38 Lightning such as this example offered by Aerofred.com    


The Best YouTube Videos of the Lockheed P-38 Lightning RC Model


Nitro/Gasoline Engine

Electric Motor


Retailers offering the Lockheed P-38 Lightning RC Model

Kit - Optional engine

Electric Motor

Nitro and/or Gasoline

Electric Motor




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