What Should I buy?
#1
I'm looking for a small electric and not sure what I should get, I'm rather new to airplanes but, I spend a whole lot of time on the sim flying planes. Don't want a trainer. Somethign like this is what I had in mind:
1- New
2- About $150 price range. that pretty much mean an electric.
3- 4 Channel, don't want a 3 channel.
4- Something that would fly outdoors in mild wind.
5- Doesn't have to be RTF, but something I could just drop a RX and use my TX.
6- Not looking for 3D or anything, a roll from time to time would be nice.
Considered a Horizon Super Cub till I realized there was no Ailerons. Something like that with Ailerons would work I suppose....
Any Ideas?
Thanks
1- New
2- About $150 price range. that pretty much mean an electric.
3- 4 Channel, don't want a 3 channel.
4- Something that would fly outdoors in mild wind.
5- Doesn't have to be RTF, but something I could just drop a RX and use my TX.
6- Not looking for 3D or anything, a roll from time to time would be nice.
Considered a Horizon Super Cub till I realized there was no Ailerons. Something like that with Ailerons would work I suppose....
Any Ideas?
Thanks
#5
Great Planes has two electric Super Sportsters, one is alittle larger than the other. Both come pretty complete, just add a radio and some miscelaneous items and seem priced reasonably.
#6
Thanks guys...
Says:
Includes: complete power system, featuring a 550-size motor, 2:1 gear drive, prop, spinner, 30A ESC & 7-cell 2100mAh NiCd battery pack
Requires: 4-channel radio w/3 mini servos and charger
Doesnt say anything about RX? Anyone know if it comes with the RX and if so what shift? Can I use my JR?
Says:
Includes: complete power system, featuring a 550-size motor, 2:1 gear drive, prop, spinner, 30A ESC & 7-cell 2100mAh NiCd battery pack
Requires: 4-channel radio w/3 mini servos and charger
Doesnt say anything about RX? Anyone know if it comes with the RX and if so what shift? Can I use my JR?
#7
Thanks !! I like it !! Not bad for $109.00. Just read the manual... The video and descriptions are a bit misleading. Says only needs radio and charger. Not really true. Anyhow, looks like a nice plane. I figure $20 a servo x 3 and a RX and Im flying... I have my RX and charger... What servos do you guys recommend for it?
#9

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Based on what you are saying, a mini-ultrastick would be a good plane for you. However I do not recommend people skip the tough trainer phase. Work on a simulator is helpful, but REALLY flying an RC plane is different.
$89 - ARF
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products...ProdID=EFL2250
$199 - receiver ready
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products...ProdID=EFL2350
I think one of these would be a better choice, considering your inexperience.
Magister ARF - $109
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXGZV2&P=7
GWS E-starter kit - $35
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXHCL2&P=7
MiniMag RTF - $195
This comes R/E - YOu add the ailerons.
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...L=++&search=Go
Space Scooter RTF - $159
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXGZV5&P=7
$89 - ARF
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products...ProdID=EFL2250
$199 - receiver ready
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products...ProdID=EFL2350
I think one of these would be a better choice, considering your inexperience.
Magister ARF - $109
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXGZV2&P=7
GWS E-starter kit - $35
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXHCL2&P=7
MiniMag RTF - $195
This comes R/E - YOu add the ailerons.
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...L=++&search=Go
Space Scooter RTF - $159
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXGZV5&P=7
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I like these . . .
Goldberg Tiger 400 Park Flyer EP ARF 39"

See it here: http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXHCE8&P=0
Great Planes ElectriFly Super Sportster EP ARF 48"

See it here: http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXHMY7&P=0
Goldberg Tiger 400 Park Flyer EP ARF 39"

See it here: http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXHCE8&P=0
Great Planes ElectriFly Super Sportster EP ARF 48"

See it here: http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXHMY7&P=0



