joeylcfc Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 (edited) So this is now the thread you want if you are looking to buy a RC helicopter. So the first thing you want to decided on is which type of helicopter you want; Coaxial, Fixed-Pitch or Collective Pitch. Coaxial If it is your first RC helicopter, you want to start with a coaxial. This use 2 sets of counter rotating blades that cancel out the need of a tail rotor. Usually there are just 3ch with yaw, elevator and throttle control. The cheaper coaxial helicopters use just a small vertical oriented propeller that spins both ways to slightly tilt the heli back or forth. The more expensive use something called a swashplate. More on that later. You can also get 4ch coaxial heli that have yaw, elevator, aileron and throttle. These tend to be more expensive. Because of their design, coaxial helis are very stable and do not drift around. Their are great as first helicopters and are perfect for any beginner. However, they tend to be very slow and are no good for stunts. But even professionals still find them fun! http://netgadgets.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/r/h/rh24-y-1500.jpg This example is a Syma S107 which you can buy for about Edited February 21, 2014 by joeylcfc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty1103 Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 I didn't see your last heli post but have you flown a heli before? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitroholic Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 No problem flying a 120SR outside...as long as there isn't much wind. They will NOT do 3D stunts, as that requires a collective pitch heli...which the 120SR isn't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty1103 Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 Don't jump in and think 3d flying is easy, I've had my mcpx over a year still struggling with figure 8's into a steady hover, great fun but difficult. Get use to a coax then fixed pitch and master them, take your time it's not point and shoot unlike cars. In no way am I trying to put you off cp helis just giving you a heads up buddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skuzzy12 Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 http://www.align-trex.co.uk/t-rex-150-pre-order-dfc-combo-rh15e01xt.html Aligns new beautiful T Rex 150 Tiny little 3D copter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collective itch Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 Get yourSelf a msr. Easy to fly fixed pitch. Learned a lot on that flying it round the lounge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeylcfc Posted December 27, 2013 Author Share Posted December 27, 2013 (edited) Thanks for all the info, it has really helped. I would just like something that I can fly outdoors, even when it is slightly windy, (8mph?), and that is quite big(500mm length seems perfect.) I won't be trying 3D yet, I just thought it would be nice to have in the future, without having to buy another heli. I have flown over 20 coaxs in my time, and have got pretty good at them, I just want something with one rotor, and that I can fly outdoors. Thanks again for all the info Also forgot to say, I can't really spend over Edited December 27, 2013 by joeylcfc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitroholic Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 RTF 450 heli for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeylcfc Posted December 27, 2013 Author Share Posted December 27, 2013 (edited) After taking advice, I decided to not get a 450 anyway. I have heard about the bad reviews of the SR, but fir everything is seems perfect for me. Any suggestions for a RTF heli that is around the 500mm rotor diameter and is around Edited December 27, 2013 by joeylcfc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeylcfc Posted December 27, 2013 Author Share Posted December 27, 2013 (edited) What about this? http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__34238__Walkera_NEW_V120D02S_3D_Mini_Helicopter_w_DEVO_7E_Transmitter_RTF_Mode_2_.html The size is great, the price is right, the rear rotor is gear driven. I think this is the winner. Edited December 27, 2013 by joeylcfc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty1103 Posted December 28, 2013 Share Posted December 28, 2013 (edited) Wrong thread Edited December 28, 2013 by Rusty1103 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeylcfc Posted December 31, 2013 Author Share Posted December 31, 2013 Ended up going for a second hand blade 450 3D for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalle Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 I have also a copy 450 class. Look very nice ! In the beggining test I noticed a small drift to the back and left, so I did not take off. With all my work, I can not cope with this problem. Another problem will be 35 Mhz transmiter, with the 1 meter antenna. I wish to calibrate this heli, and to change the RC. Either by sending to somebody very passionate or a company who could convert the heli to the 2.4 Ghz. I wish to find somebody who made this conversion. The best around SouthYorkshire, but we could use the royal mail also! Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalle Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 No advice, nobody interested?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeylcfc Posted January 23, 2014 Author Share Posted January 23, 2014 Hi mate, sorry for no reply. To change to 2.4ghz, you need a 2.4ghz reciever and transmitter. You can buy radio systems from a massive range of places, just look around. I recommened the Spektrum DX6i and Ar6115 receiver. Just type it into google. On to the other question, if you have a local model shop, go there and let them set it up. If the heli isn't set up it won't fly right. Also, no collective pitch heli will hover. You always need to move the sticks. Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalle Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I have checked all the videos and I concluded I need a stady hand from somebody with experience. I am still looking for somebody willing to help me . I wish to invest in a very good remote control. I may be forced to give-up to my 450 clone and to try something more simple like a quadcopter. I will wait 2-3 months maximum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jocky Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 I'm planning to get my first RC helicopter this month or next. So I'm still looking around and reading as much as I can before I decide on buying one. Thank you for this informative thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeylcfc Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 Glad I could help. Maybe we could make this the main helicopter thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monjaro Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 If youve not got any heli flying experience then get a coaxial. Once youve mastered that move onto a fixed pitch heli and once youve mastered fixed pitch its time to start on collective pitch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalle Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 I just give up, it is for sale on e-bay.I did not receive any offer to make the proper adjustement and convert him to 2.4 Ghz., and I was ready to spent good money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hydro Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 if you still need help drop me a pm mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee_m Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 I went from a coaxial 3 channel Heli to a honey bee king2 6channel, hovered that for a few months, then bought an outrage fusion 50 12s and never looked back Love helis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nighstalker Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 I just give up, it is for sale on e-bay.I did not receive any offer to make the proper adjustement and convert him to 2.4 Ghz., and I was ready to spent good money. If you still have your heli dont give up yet mate, if your stuck drop me a message happy to help, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalle Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Anyway nobody try to buy-it untill, now. I will be happy to find somebody to be able to calibrate him at list. I have the filling, with a quad blade the satisfaction will be something like zero plus. I think the main problem are the blade alignement. I can not make proper observation, I even read about laser tool, some high speed photo camera, all you can imagine. I am just blocked there. Some helis already they have gps included, and blade self alignement-mechanical device As last resort I will try to find somebody who loves this kind of machine and make an adaptation on 2.4Ghz. I did not give up, but it is ..for sale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porl_hopkins Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Best way to learn is on a simulator. And spend as many hours as possible on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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