Any of you guys using a radio fhat does multiple tanks? Im getting one of Bob's radios soon for my sherman but I'd imagine ill get lots more tanks in the future, having a radio to manage a couple seems more logical in the long run to keep my costs down. Thoughts?

I use a Futaba 9ZAP that have enough memory ( with memory pack) for everything I have.

I use a DX6i for a few different tanks as well as other stuff, so yes a multiple model Tx is a plus, especially if you can get inexpensive Rxs (tank Rxs don't need to have a quarter of a mile range).

Just keep in mind, you'll need both sticks self-centering.

All that said, the Futaba Attack is my absolute favorite for Tamiyas and given the choice, I'd probably pick an Attack for each over the Spektrum for multiples. Going with conversions, etc, I'd choose Spektrum for the ability to fine tune.

As of now, on Attacks, I have 3 Tamiyas (JS-2, Ersatz Panther, Pz IV). On the one DX6i, I run 3 Tamiya conversions (Initial Tiger, T-34 76, Su-100) and the Xion Kettenkrad.

Futaba Attack self centers?

I run a DX6i and a DX9. Depending on what all I have working in the tank or boat.

Herman

I have a DX6i, but honestly don't use it that much. All of my tanks are set up control wise exactly the same, and I find I didn't really need to customize the set up for each tank. So I just use one radio.


Also I am a proponent of building a movable electronics tray, and moving the electronics around between tanks. I feel it make little sense to have $200 of electronics sitting in each and every tank. Ideally about 4 complete electronics setups will satisfy the needs of most. Typically when you have multiple tanks you will find that only a few at a time are on your "Hot list" the rest are shelf queens until your interest turns to them again. So why have all that money tied up in them sitting on the shelf.

Yep, it's one of the few dual stick surface Txs. Most these days are pistol grip.

Futaba offers kits to convert to self-center the throttle, Specktrum will do it for you if you buy from them (but not sell a kit).

Not sure about Mato, Orange or any of the other ones out there.

That's where the Benedini shines. I was planning on doing the same, but I only have Tamiya now. I keep 4 Tx on hand so I can have a battle in the backyard. I switch the tops of the T-34 and SU-100 since the hull and engine are the same.

If I was running HLs, I'd absolutely just decide which tank I was to run for the day, load the appropriate sound file and be off to battle.

FlySky is a good cheap radio and there are self centering mods for around $10 if you want to go that route. I like not using the centering mod and use the left stick (mode 2 for me) for elevation on a servo. This way I can still fly with the same TX later. They have 6 and even 9 channel radios for a fraction of the big name costs. The range is great on them as well. I should have a few of their newest models in soon hopefully to play with

Seems reasonable for simple models but as I use my transmitters for all my models, and my larger ones are very unique amongst
themselves the shared electronics idea won't work. The 1/10 models are very reliant on the programmable servo throw settings
that the advanced radios offer and are different between each model. I like to be able to select " Panther Nr4 " fire up the model and see all
the servos assume their initial positions and snap to attention like little digital soldiers!

I can see how it could work on purely electronic models though. Can't say I'd like the idea of yanking electronics in and out but I'm sure
it works.

Jerry

Why can't you use one of these? http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...r_Mode_1_.html

Then open the radio and soldier the ch5 to the topout of ch3.

This way you can have friends over.

I use a Turnigy 9x that has the left stick self-centering mod and flashed with Er9x firmware. My 3 tanks are set up to be 99% the same so I can basically just use 1 model config. But I still made 3 model configs and load them based on the what tank I'm going to use. These Tx are cheap and highly configurable.

If Bob is setting you up with a futaba skysport 2.4 you can just buy new recievers to put into as many tanks as you end up with. You'll just have to bind the transmitter
to each said tank being used.

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXXMV6&P=ML

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXYVD4&P=M

Confirmed, bossman just ordered me some FS-I6 and FS9X transmitters I will get some videos up when my stuff from RCTA gets here as well. I personally say go with the FS-I6 if you only need 5-6 channels. If tanks are all you are running and have no models needing more than 6ch it will be plenty. Plus it offers telemetry built in, which would be nice for some things. The 9X doesn't offer telemetry stock, but has plenty of channels and other mods to make up for it. They really are worth the money and will last a long time. The receivers are cheap as well, less than $10.

Yes these true 2.4 ghz radios are so cheap I am not sure why people stay with the proprietary factory radios, when you can buy a full featured radio for less.

Tell you the truth I like the plain and simple futaba skysport. I've seen too many people on the sidelines of a battle trying to remember what endpoints, throw %, rate, etc they need to get up and going.
I do have a DX8 for all my aerial toys so not scared of programmable radio's, just don't see the need on a tank.

Futaba and Spektrum hold a loyal following from years of quality and the fact of expensive gear was always part of the hobby. The cheaper prices for Txs are a relatively new thing, but few are going to trust a $6000 1/4 Fieseler Storch to a knock-off clone.

It makes little difference for our purposes since we're rarely far from the tank and if it lost control, there's not much trouble it can get into, so $8 Orange Rxs are fine. But there's no way I'm going to use a HK Tx with AC or boats where loss of signal means loss of model or possible damage to property.

I've been a fan of Futaba's systems since I started in RC in the mid 1970s. I do get PO'd at them for not lending much support for anyone but flyboys
but I can't fault their systems. I've used or owned Futaba, Airtronics, Graupner/ JR, Circus, Hitec, Spektrum, Orbit ( yes that Orbit!) and Hobby King's Orange system and they've all worked well for their respective times .Since I use servos a lot the selection that Futaba themselves offer, Hitec's range and now even Savox that are compatible with Futaba just can't be beat; there's something for just about any application.

Jerry

Oh yes, do not get me wrong, if I had to pick a choice (and not pay for it) I would get a Futaba every time. We even have a few upstairs, but I decided to go with the radios the majority of customers will get or have. TBH, I have been using FS for years and never had a range issue, but I rarely go more than 300ft on the ground and 500ft or so in the air. I know when I go FPV though it is Futaba every time, I cant risk something that big and expensive dropping out of the air. I got an old Futaba FlySport 4 72mHZ that still flies as good as the day I got it.... 5+ years ago lol. It is a very old TX and mode 1 at that!

I think the IS 6 is almost the same radio as the HK T6A. Great simple radios. I have dropped my HK several times , and it still works<grin> The HK T6A has proportional control on channels 5 and 6, and that is the selling feature for me. Channel 5 I hook up an elevation servo and have nice independent control of the cannon elevation.

I will get some info about them when they come in. I am anxious to test the telemetry options. I am always using lipo batteries and this would be great not to have to use my LVA at the shows. It really freaks people out when it goes off, they think something is breaking. I would also like to run a separate battery in there as well and monitor that one. I actually want to get one for my newest quad but I need more than 6ch for all the flight modes.

Thats my radio of choice. At first i would buy a new radio for each tank but once the 2.4 came out i just buy a new receiver for that radio. It does take a certain receiver made just for the Skyport 2.4 but they are easy enough to find and are not expensive. The only reason i used to buy multiple radios was again to have a complete system for every tank but it is just not needed any more with the 2.4's.