What Robbe Modellsport does

Robbe Modellsport is an Austrian-operated, German-heritage brand specializing in radio-controlled model aircraft, with a secondary line in RC boats and car/helicopter electronics. Founded circa 1928 and now operated under parent company Modellbau Lindinger GmbH (headquartered in Inzersdorf im Kremstal, Austria), the company maintains an integrated product portfolio spanning high-performance Voll-GfK/carbon electric gliders (EVOA 3.0, Scirocco XL, Monsun V3, Amplitude, Skypark PRO, ARGOS), classic wooden aircraft kits in the Retro-Line (Cobra, TONGA 2 EVO), proprietary RO-POWER LiPo batteries and brushless motors, RO-CONTROL electronic speed controllers, and the FS digital servo series. The technology base is classical RC hardware — 2.4GHz radio control with telemetry, brushless powertrains, and composite airframe construction — with no disclosed software or AI/ML layer.

The company monetizes through direct e-commerce on robbe.com (multi-language: German, English, French) complemented by a recommended specialist dealer network across Europe and service center operations in Germany and Austria following the June 2023 takeover of the Graupner Service Center. Hardware sales dominate revenue, with unit prices ranging from €6.99 (S-Bus hub extensions) to €2,899.99 (Scirocco XL 4.5m PNP+ Carbon), and supplementary distribution of Graupner HoTT radio systems and ISDT battery management products. Customer segments are horizontal and hobbyist-focused: RC aircraft enthusiasts (primary), RC boat enthusiasts, RC car/helicopter electronics buyers, and model builders; the value proposition rests on 96-year brand heritage, an integrated electronics ecosystem, and post-sale service infrastructure rather than software differentiation.

Recent strategic activity has emphasized international and product expansion: US market entry at the World RC Soaring Festival 2025 (June) with the Skypark PRO glider, premium product launches in 2023–2025, and the absorption of Graupner service operations in DACH. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, no PE/VC ownership signals, and revenue is not publicly reported; the stated 1–10 employee headcount almost certainly reflects the legal entity structure rather than the true operating scale of Modellbau Lindinger GmbH.

Name

Robbe Modellsport

Legal name

Modellbau Lindinger GmbH

Website

https://robbe.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1928

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Robbe Modellsport is an Austrian-operated, German-heritage brand (founded circa 1928) that designs, sources, and retails radio-controlled model aircraft, electronics, and accessories through its own e-commerce platform, a European specialist dealer network, and Graupner service centers in DACH.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

RC Model Aircraft & Hobby Electronics

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

SIC

Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Game Controllers, Joysticks & Flight/Driving Sim Controls (HDACAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Game Controllers & Input Devices (Gamepads, Wheels, Flight Sticks) (CRACAOAD), Racing & Flight Simulation Hardware (Wheels, Pedals, HOTAS) (HDACANAE)

Keywords

• RC model aircraft
• LiPo batteries
• Brushless motors ESCs
• Digital servos
• Model building kits

Headquarters

HQ city

Inzersdorf Im Kremstal

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. RC Model Products Retail: Sale of RC model aircraft, boats, electronics, batteries, motors, servos, and accessories through direct e-commerce and dealer network. One-time product purchases with various price points from budget to premium.
2. Own Brand Products: Sale of proprietary Robbe-branded products including RO-POWER batteries, RO-CONTROL ESCs, RO-POWER TORQUE motors, FS series servos, and model aircraft kits (EVOA, Scirocco, Tonga, Cobra, Monsun, Amplitude)
3. Third-Party Brand Distribution: Distribution and sale of Graupner RC systems and ISDT charger products through the Robbe e-commerce platform
4. Service Center Operations: Operation of Graupner Service Center for Germany and Austria providing repair services for RC equipment

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Robbe Modellsport designs, manufactures, and sells radio-controlled (RC) model aircraft — including electric gliders, hotliners, sport/trainer planes, and classic wooden kits — along with proprietary RC electronics such as RO-POWER LiPo batteries, RO-CONTROL brushless speed controllers, RO-POWER TORQUE motors, and FS/X-Series digital HV servos. The portfolio also includes distributed Graupner HoTT 2.4GHz radio control systems, ISDT battery management products, safety accessories, building materials and tools for RC hobbyists.

Product overview

Robbe Modellsport is a German/Austrian RC model aircraft company operating under parent company Modellbau Lindinger GmbH since approximately 1928, offering a comprehensive portfolio of radio-controlled flight models and electronics. The product range centers on high-performance gliders and electric aircraft (EVOA 3.0, Scirocco XL, Monsun V3, Amplitude, Skypark PRO, ARGOS) alongside classic wooden aircraft kits (Cobra series, Tonga 2 EVO) in the Retro-Line. Supporting the aircraft are RO-POWER branded power systems including LiPo batteries (3S-5S configurations) and RO-CONTROL brushless speed controllers (6-85 LITE series). The company also distributes Graupner HoTT 2.4GHz radio control systems (transmitters, receivers, servos, telemetry) and ISDT battery management products. Servo offerings include the Robbe X Series high-voltage digital servos with aluminum housings. Safety accessories encompass LiPo safes, bags, and warming systems. All products are distributed through the robbe.com e-commerce platform with operations based in Austria.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Robbe: Primary brand for RC model aircraft, ships, and accessories including gliders, electric planes, and related electronics.
• Graupner
• ISDT
• Retro-Line

Products and services

• Robbe EVOA 3.0 The Robbe EVOA 3.0 is a high-performance all-round RC glider with 4-flap wings and a 3.0 m wingspan, featuring Voll-GfK sandwich construction with carbon fiber reinforcements. It is offered in ARF/PNP configurations for both electric and pure glider versions, aimed at advanced hobbyist and competition-level RC pilots.
• Robbe Scirocco XL 4.5m The Robbe Scirocco XL 4.5m is a high-performance full-GfK RC glider with 4-flap wings and a 4.5 m wingspan, designed for thermal and slope soaring, available in PNP variants including a premium Carbon-fiber reinforced version.
• Robbe Monsun V3 The Robbe Monsun V3 is a Styro/GfK/Abachi RC trainer and sport aircraft, available in PNP+ (with motor, HV servos, and 85A ESC) and ARF versions, aimed at sport and intermediate hobby pilots.
• Robbe Amplitude The Robbe Amplitude is a Voll-Carbon, high-performance hotliner and electric glider with a 1.8 m wingspan, available in ARF (Carbon and GfK/CfK Hotliner variants) and PNP configurations, targeting advanced and competition-level RC pilots.
• Robbe Skypark PRO The Robbe Skypark PRO is a Voll-GfK/CfK high-performance allround electric glider with a 2.80 m wingspan and carbon fiber construction throughout, marketed as the US-market version of the Avalanche. Tested and endorsed by world champion Daryl Perkins at the World RC Soaring Festival 2025.
• Robbe ARGOS The Robbe ARGOS is a Voll-CFK (full carbon fiber) electric RC glider with a 2.75 m wingspan, finished in a white/blue/neon orange color scheme, sold in ARF configuration for advanced hobbyist pilots.
• Robbe COBRA Wood Kit Series The Robbe COBRA Wood Kit Series is a classic wooden RC aircraft kit from the Retro-Line, made in Austria with modern CNC manufacturing, featuring AG35 or JX-GT airfoil profiles and offered in 2-axis (COBRA 2-Achsversion, €149.99) and 3-axis with ailerons/winglets (COBRA 4K, €199.99) variants. Targeted at hobbyists who build their own models from kits.
• Robbe TONGA 2 EVO The Robbe TONGA 2 EVO is a Retro-Line wooden RC glider kit (€189.99) with an AG35 Strak airfoil and approximately 2.76 m wingspan, available in pure glider and electric versions for hobbyist builders who prefer constructing from kits.
• RO-POWER ULTRA MAXAMP LiPo Batteries The RO-POWER ULTRA MAXAMP is a proprietary Robbe-branded LiPo battery line for RC aircraft applications, available in capacities from 1000 mAh to 6300 mAh across 2S–5S cell configurations, with XT-90/XH connectors and 35(70)C discharge rates.
• RO-POWER Car LiPo Hardcase Batteries RO-POWER Car LiPo Hardcase Batteries are hardcase 50C LiPo packs designed for RC cars, truggies, buggies, and monster trucks, offered in multiple voltage/capacity configurations (e.g., 5000 mAh 11.1V at €36.99, 7000 mAh 7.4V at €37.99).
• RO-CONTROL 6-85 LITE Speed Controllers The RO-CONTROL 6-85 LITE is a proprietary Robbe brushless electronic speed controller for 3–6S LiPo operation, offering 85A continuous / 100A peak current, integrated BEC, programmable parameters, available in XT-60 (€59.99) and XT-90 (€59.99) versions.
• Graupner RC Systems (HoTT) The Graupner HoTT line is a distributed 2.4 GHz radio control system sold through Robbe, including MC-28 and MC-32ex transmitters (€899.00 for MC-28), GR-16 8K receivers with telemetry (€89.90), servos, and accessories, now serviced by Robbe's Graupner Service Centers in Germany and Austria.
• ISDT Battery Management Products ISDT battery management products distributed by Robbe, including the BG-8S Battery Checker supporting 1–8S LiPo cells via BattGo technology (€43.99) and associated chargers and accessories.
• Robbe X Series Servos The Robbe X Series is a proprietary line of precision high-voltage digital RC servos with CNC-machined aluminum housings, metal/steel gears, ball bearings, and softstart function, sold across the Robbe e-commerce platform as a sub-brand.
• Robbe FS 29 X HV SG Digital Servo The FS 29 X HV SG is a Robbe high-voltage digital RC servo with a CNC-machined aluminum housing, metal gearbox, ball bearings, IP56/67 protection, softstart function, and 3.5 kg/cm torque at 8.4 V (priced at €39.99), intended for RC model applications.
• Robbe LiPo Safety Products (RO-SAFETY, Lipoguard, Ro-Heat) Robbe's LiPo Safety Products line includes fireproof LiPo safes/boxes (RO-SAFETY and RO-SAFETY XL LIPO TRESOR), LiPo safety bags (Lipoguard L), and a battery warmer (Ro-Heat) for safe storage, charging and preparation of lithium polymer batteries.
• Robbe Ro-Spider Multitool The Ro-Spider is a Robbe center-of-gravity balance scale and fuselage holder multitool (€29.99) for setting up and programming RC sailplanes and electric flight models up to 4.5 m wingspan.
• Robbe S-Bus Hub Extensions Robbe S-Bus Hub Extensions are silicone-cabled hub extension accessories (6A, 0.5 mm² cross-section, €6.99) for connecting RC electronics components within the S-Bus system.
• RO-CONTROL LITE Programming Card The RO-CONTROL LITE Programming Card is a one-button programming interface (€12.99) for configuring RO-CONTROL LITE 85A ESCs, allowing adjustment of brake, cutoff type/voltage, BEC voltage, battery type, start mode, timing, and reset functions.
• Graupner Service Center (Germany & Austria) The Graupner Service Center operations in Germany and Austria provide paid repair and after-sales service for Graupner, D-Power and Robbe RC products, operated by Modellbau Lindinger GmbH since June 1, 2023.

Quantifiable outcome

• Robbe models have won recognition from world champions including Daryl Perkins testing and endorsing the Skypark PRO
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GraupnercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2023Robbe Modellsport (operated by Modellbau Lindinger) took over the Graupner Service Center for Germany and Austria as of June 1, 2023. This includes service pages at service-graupner.de and service-graupner.at. The service center provides repair services for Graupner RC equipment and integrates service for D-Power and Robbe brands.
• ISDTminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRobbe distributes ISDT branded products including battery checkers and chargers through their e-commerce platform. Products include ISDT BG-8S Battery Checker and ISDT charger accessories.
• World RC Soaring FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRobbe participated in the World RC Soaring Festival 2025 held at SkyPark at Santa's Village, California (June 27-29, 2025). Organized by Karlton Spindle, this prestigious international RC soaring event featured product demonstrations and the US premiere of the Robbe Skypark PRO.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Spektrum (Horizon Hobby): Leading 2.4GHz RC control protocol and broader RC hobby platform under Horizon Hobby. Competes with Graupner/Robbe at the radio system level while Horizon Hobby's E-flite and Blade brands compete in the airframe category.
• Align: Taiwanese RC helicopter and electronics brand. Comparable on the electronics side (batteries, servos, ESCs) and on high-end hobbyist customer profile, though with a stronger helicopter focus.
• Tamiya: Japanese hobby brand with a long heritage in RC cars, construction kits, and models. Comparable on heritage-driven hobby positioning and kit-based product line (e.g., Robbe's Retro-Line wood kits).
• E-flite (Horizon Hobby): RC model aircraft brand under Horizon Hobby, focused on electric planes, gliders, and helicopters. Competes in the same electric glider and sport airframe category as Robbe's Monsun, EVOA, and Skypark lines.

Emerging players

• HobbyKing: Online-first RC hobby retailer carrying airframes, electronics, batteries, and accessories. Competes on price and breadth, putting margin pressure on RC retailers and parts of Robbe's product portfolio.

Direct peers

• Hitec RCD: Servo and RC electronics manufacturer with overlapping product categories in digital servos, receivers, and battery management. Comparable in the components/accessories layer of the RC ecosystem.
• Multiplex Modellsport: German RC model aircraft and electronics brand with similar heritage and product focus on gliders, electric aircraft, and proportional RC systems. Comparable in product mix (airframes + radio systems) and in serving the German/European soaring community.
• FMS Modellbau: Chinese RC aircraft manufacturer with strong presence in foam and composite gliders, warbirds, and jets. Comparable in target market (hobbyist pilots) and competing on price-performance across the glider/electric category.
• Graupner: Historic German RC brand for radio control systems, receivers, servos, and telemetry. Direct overlap in transmitters/receivers, with Robbe now operating Graupner Service Center for Germany and Austria and distributing Graupner HoTT products.

Regional players

• JR Propo: Japanese RC transmitter and receiver manufacturer with deep heritage. Comparable in radio control systems, primarily serving Japan and Asia, with limited direct overlap in Robbe's core European markets.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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