OK, let's define RTF:
Plane is already built
All electroncis are installed by the factory
Final assembly is 1 hour or less
Includes motor/engine
Includes radio
If electric, includes a charger
If electric, includes 1 or more batteries
The most you have to add would be batteries for the transmitter, if it uses disposable batteries.
That's RTF.
The ONLY 4 channel RTF I have seen in the electric space is the Begin-Air
Begin-Air/Wing Dragon Sportster - RTF - $180
Have not seen one fly in person but it looks interesting
Both sites have video - Video at second links is MUCH Better!
http://www.parkflyers.com/html/begin-air.html
Photos and video (slow download)
http://art-tech.cn/english/ArticleShow.asp?ArticleID=88
I can not tell you if it is a good product as I have never flown one or seen one flown.
Now, why 4 channel? Most of the electic world RTFs are 3 channel. They fly well and you can have a wonderful time with them. Then you have a wide selection.
Below I list electric planes, parkflyers and e-gliders for beginners. Some
come ready to fly, some are almost ready to fly (add your own radio gear) and
some are kits. All of them are electric. Whether you are finding your first
plane or looking for that more advanced electric, you should find something
here to peak your interest.
I don't recommend two channel R/T electrics, so you won't find any on the
list. They can be very easy to fly and can be a lot of fun, but they can also
be very easy to lose. A three channel R/E/T is a better choice as a first
plane, in my opinion.
If you are totally new to RC Flying, these articles may be helpful in
understanding how these planes fly
RC Planes Are not like RC Cars
http://www.rcezine.com/cms/article.php?cat=&id=17
Stall
http://www.rcezine.com/cms/article.php?cat=&id=31
Launch into the wind
http://www.rcezine.com/cms/article.php?cat=&id=43
Parts of the plane and how they work
http://www.rcezine.com/cms/article.php?cat=&id=54
The RC Pilots Cockpit
http://www.rcezine.com/cms/article.php?cat=&id=59
Flying the Plane
http://www.rcezine.com/cms/article.php?cat=&id=64
READY TO FLY STARTER PLANES - Parkflyers
No building - they practically fly right out of the box
Aerobird Challenger - RTF Electric
I started on an Aerobird RTF. I love it and recommend it highly I have
almost 250 flights on mine. It is a ready to fly package which includes the
radio, charger, batteries, and all. $150
http://horizon.hobbyshopnow.com/prod...p?prod=HBZ3500
Review
http://www.hobbyzonesports.com/Disco...ID=1289#Page01
Discussion Thread
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147621
Slow-V from Parkzone
Best flown in still to under 5 mph breeze
Can also be flown indoors in a gym or similar space.
http://h1071118.hobbyshopnow.com/pro...p?prod=PKZ1300
Discussion Thread
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_20...tm.htm#2089493
T-Hawk - RTF
http://www.toytx.com/thawk3chrtf.html
T-Hawk - Without Radio - add your radio and receiver
http://www.readytoflyfun.com/wittran.html
T-Hawk Discussion Thread
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showt...ighlight=THawk
Easy Star - RTF
http://www.hobbypeople.net/gallery/240025.asp
Easy Star - ARF - Add you own radio gear
http://www.hobbypeople.net/gallery/240009.asp
Discussion Thread on Easy Star
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=258656
MORE ADVANCED PLANES
After you master a starter plane, you can move on to one of these more
aerobatic and 3D flying electrics. Here are a few planes that would be lots
of fun and would represent a real challenge. Most have videos associated with
their links.
3Channel Aerobatic Planes
F27-Stryker - RTF
http://horizon.hobbyshopnow.com/prod...p?prod=PKZ1200
Video
http://rc-galaxy.com/Video/F-27_Stry...ris_7-9-04.wmv
Review
http://www.rcuniverse.com/magazine/a...article_id=392
Sky Scooter RTF - Also available ARF - 3 Channel
http://www.parkflyers.com/html/sky_scooter_pro_2.html
Video
http://www.parkflyers.com/html/sky_s...o_2_vid_1.html
http://www.parkflyers.com/html/sky_s...o_2_vid_2.html
Multiplex Space Scooter - RTF
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXGZV5&P=7
ARF
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXGZV4&P=7
Multiplex Microjet - ARF
http://www.multiplexusa.com/product_fs.htm
Viper Twin - ARF
http://www.parkflyers.com/html/viper.html
Video
http://www.parkflyers.com/html/trailervid.html
http://www.parkflyers.com/html/smoothvid.html
Zagi XS - ARF
http://zagi.com/index.php?main_page=...&products_id=1
Zagi XT - ARF
http://zagi.com/index.php?main_page=...&products_id=5
Planes that can be 3 channel beginner planes or 4 channel aileron trainers.
Magpie - Easy to build Foam kit
http://www.mountainmodels.com/magpie.php
Video
http://www.mountainmodels.com/Magpie.wmv
SmoothE - Easy to build Balsa and foam
http://www.mountainmodels.com/smoothe.php
Funny video
http://www.mountainmodels.com/SmoothEsmall.WMV
IFO - Easy to build kit
Demo at the 2000 Tournament of Champions
http://www.wildrc.com/htmlpages/movies/toc2000.mpg
Flying Combat in a gym
http://www.wildrc.com/htmlpages/movies/mk3combat.mpg
4 Channel Aileron Trainers - ARF and Kits
GWS E-starter 400 - Simple Foam Kit
http://www.servohut.com/estarter.htm
GWS Tiger Moth 400 - Simple Foam Kit
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Shop/ByC...ProdID=GWS1020
http://www.rcuniverse.com/magazine/a...article_id=345
http://67.18.81.100/rcuvideos/magazi...345/TM400m.wmv
GWS Funny Park - Simple Foam Kit
http://www.hobbytron.net/Funny-Park-...81&PID=1396103
http://www.wildhobbies.com/news/?cmd...articleid=1151
Mountain Models Dandy Sport - Balsa kit
http://www.mountainmodels.com/dandysport.php
Video
http://www.mountainmodels.com/ds1.wmv