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CNHL Bison XT STOL 1750mm PNP RC Airplane (Orange)

CNHL Bison XT STOL V2 is a large high-wing bush-style aircraft built for slow, confident flying, short-field takeoffs, and FPV-style cruising. This is the orange CNHL version for pilots who want a practical STOL platform with strong presence in the air and clear visibility up front.

PNP (Plug-N-Play) means the power system and servos are installed. Add your receiver, battery, and charger, then finish setup and CG.

What’s Improved on the CNHL Bison XT STOL

We paid attention to the real issues pilots repeatedly mention on similar versions of this airframe. From the factory, this CNHL version uses an upgraded wheel approach focused on:

• Better sealing to reduce slow air loss through the valve area
• More stable factory bonding to improve out-of-box consistency

The front cabin canopy on this CNHL version uses a clearer material, aimed at improving HD FPV viewing and forward visibility. If you fly low and slow and actually want to see what your camera sees, this detail matters.

STOL Wing + Flaps/Slats: Use It Your Way

This platform is all about controlled low-speed handling. It includes flaps and leading-edge slats for short takeoffs and slower approaches.

Important note from real pilot feedback on similar versions: some pilots prefer locking the slats closed or flying with slats disconnected, depending on their setup and style. That flexibility is a good thing. Treat slats as an option you tune, not a feature you must use on day one.

Landing Gear Built for Real Surfaces

A bush plane lives and dies by its gear. The Bison uses a metal undercarriage layout designed for rougher fields than a smooth runway. Pair that with the inflatable tires and you get a setup that’s meant to be used, not babied.

Power System (Installed) and What You Need to Finish

• Motor: 5055 420kV (installed)
• ESC: 80A (installed)
• Servos: 4x17g + 2x25g metal digital (installed)
• Propeller: 16x8 (included)

You will need:

• 5+ channel radio and receiver (more channels recommended if you want advanced functions)
• 6S LiPo battery (22.2V, 3300–5000mAh, EC5 connector) – View CNHL recommended batteries
• A suitable balance charger for 6S packs – Shop LiPo battery chargers

Before the Maiden: Quick Setup Checklist

Owners of similar airframes often mention a few common setup issues. Here’s what to check before the first flight:

• Control horns and linkages: verify horn screws are fully seated and secured (especially ailerons).
• Wing fit and strut screws: dry-fit, then tighten gradually; avoid over-torquing small screws.
• Flap servo test: cycle flaps repeatedly on the bench and listen for jitter or stutter before flying.
• Lighting controller: confirm wiring is clean and components stay cool during a few minutes of power-on testing.
• Tire pressure: inflate to your field conditions; re-check after the first few taxi tests.

This is a big, capable foam STOL platform. Like most large PNP aircraft, a careful setup is what turns it from “looks great” into “flies great.”

For setup, CG reference, and recommended control throws, please check the manual: CNHL Bison XT STOL V2 Manual (PDF)

Specifications

Spare Parts and Foam Replacement

A big STOL bush plane is meant to be flown off real surfaces—grass, dirt, and the occasional less-than-perfect landing. That’s part of the fun. It also means it’s smart to know where your common wear items live before you need them.

If you want to keep your Bison flying season after season, here’s the dedicated place for the parts most pilots care about:

Shop CNHL Bison XT spare parts and foam replacements

Explore More CNHL RC Planes

If the Bison XT is your kind of flying—slow, controlled, and built for the outdoors—you may also want to browse the rest of the CNHL airplane lineup. We keep everything organized in one place so you can compare sizes, styles, and setup requirements without digging through multiple pages.

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