Popular RC Pusher Jets

RC pusher jets are very different than ducted fan or turbine powered RC jets. Pusher RC jets are driven by either one or two "pusher type" propellers located at the rear of the aircraft.

Whether powered by an electric motor or a glow engine, these birds can flat out move!

Below are just a few examples of some of the different types of pusher jets available. I just recently picked up the new F27Q Stryker and I can't get enough of it!

The Parkzone Stryker!

The infamous 'ParkZone Stryker' is a classic electric powered pusher jet that just keeps getting better and better! The addition of dual rudder control in the latest version, the Parkzone F-27Q Stryker, allows this flying wing to do some really amazing maneuvers that were simply not possible with previous versions. I'm talking flat spins, knife edges, unbelievable snaps, and absolute crazy maneuvering!

The Parkzone F-27Q Stryker also has a little brother, the Parkzone UM F-27Q Stryker, which is almost identical except for size. Yes, this little guy includes the upgraded dual rudder control! You almost have to see it to believe that this little guy can reach speeds in excess of 60 mph! And it is small enough to take with you and fly nearly anywhere...

The beauty of both the big and small Stryker is that the BNF version of both are practically ready to fly right out of the box with the perfectly sized motor, batteries and charger all included. All you have to due is charge the batteries, bind your transmitter and go tare up the sky!

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Multiplex FunJet

The Multiplex Funjet is another classic RC pusher jet that has been modded and pushed to the extreme by fellow speed addicts over the years.

The latest rendition is the FunJet Ultra which has a stiffer airframe that the original Funjet. It's constructed from high density elapor foam which supposedly can withstand speeds of up to 125mph.

Most of the speed fanatics that crave high-G maneuvers will beef up the airframe with a fiberglass coating of some sort.

Unlike the ParkZone Stryker, both the original Funjet and Funjet Ultra are only available as kits or ARF'S. So it's entirely up to you to determine just how much power she can handle. Push the airframe to the limit... and hopefully not beyond!

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E-Flite Carbon-Z Scimitar

What makes the E-Flite Carbon-Z Scimitar completely different than any other RC pusher jet is the fact that it incorporates thrust vectoring for yaw control. This means the propeller and motor actually turn with the rudder allowing this beast to perform some insane maneuvers. Don't take my word for it, just watch the video above!

As if it's not already cool enough, the optional landing gear adds icing to the cake. Do you have what it takes to handle this machine?

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Silverlit's Stunt King

Silverlit's Stunt King is a 3-channel electric RC pusher jet constructed with "Crash-Resistant" EPP foam. This is definitely a plus for a beginner!

This bird tops out at around 22 mph and can fly up to 15 minutes on a single charge. With a wingspan of 955mm (37inches), this relatively slow and sturdy RC pusher jet is well suited for the beginner RC jet pilot.

This ready to fly package comes with a 3-channel transmitter with 9.6v battery and charger. You won't have to spend an extra dime to get his bird in the air.

NitroModels Bobcat Pusher Jets

NitroModels Bobcat 50 ARF is specifically designed to be propelled by a 46 - 60 size glow engine!

This great-looking, high-quality, balsa wood RC pusher jet comes 90% built and is already covered!


With a wingspan of 51" powered by a .60 size engine, this nitro-powered RC pusher jet can flat out get it! If you are looking for a quality jet at a very affordable price, this bird will rock your world! As with any ARF, you must supply the 4-channel radio system and glow engine. Watch this animal tear up the sky in the video to the right!

With a wingspan of 51" powered by a .60 size engine, this nitro-powered RC pusher jet can flat out get it! If you are looking for a quality jet at a very affordable price, this bird will rock your world!

As with any ARF, you must supply the 4-channel radio system and glow engine. Watch this animal tear up the sky in the video to the right!

NitroModels Rutan Model 74 Defiant

NitroModels Rutan Model 74 Defiant has what is considered a push-pull configuration.

This aircraft is driven by two glow-powered engines. The engine on the front drives a conventional "tractor" propeller. The engine on the rear drives a "pusher" propeller.

If you're looking for a unique model to show off in front of your flying buddies, I guarantee you will be the only one at your flying field with this contraption.