this is an improved version of that model. There have been a number of changes that have resulted in the model having more power in flight + a custom designed canopy.
03-16-2008 06:50 PM
Long Nguyen Senior Heliman Location: Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam
Anyone know what the common total flying weight of this machine is?
hootowl Elite Veteran Location: Garnet Valley, Pa.
They unloaded the upfront engine mounting to fix the cooling issue and they unloaded the secondary belt drive system in lieu of a standard engine-pinion on main gear system like we are used to. They redesigned the frames around the redesigns and added a redesigned canopy. Other than that it's the same.
So since they have been demo'ing the razor for a couple years will they be demo'ing this new machine for some time before its actually for sale or is it ready to go...
I have been waiting on the razor since I saw it first back in 06...
nickmaxwell Senior Heliman Location: Fort Wayne, IN-USA
Mine came out at 7 pounds 2 ounces without canopy. 7 pounds 8 ounces with canopy! Its a light machine! You can feel that in flight too.
This weekend at B-Ham I flew 3 gallons of fuel through this heli. Not a single issue, it is truly a fuel and fly, no stress heli. It just plain keeps things fun!
The servos are direct linkage, really making it precise and responsive.
As for landing gear, its tough. I have had some pretty intersting autos so far and never broke any!
Nick
03-17-2008 02:24 PM
Nashville Elite Veteran Location: Music City USA
I loved watching Nick fly the heck out of the Bandet. It was impressive to say the least!
I was Spektrum when Spektrum wasn't cool
03-17-2008 02:30 PM
enahs Veteran Location: Valparaiso, IN
I wonder what price we'll be looking at here..
--------- Shane Eagan
03-17-2008 04:33 PM
3D Heli Ireland Veteran Location: Ireland
Hey Nick any vids from BHAM??
Miniature Aircraft USA Motors & Rotors CSM FlightPower SAB Cool Power SwitchGlo
I don't like the way the servos sit. Vibe 50 here I come.
03-18-2008 05:30 PM
Eyefly Veteran Location: Charlotte, NC
Check out youtube. There are a few more videos up.
03-18-2008 05:36 PM
hootowl Elite Veteran Location: Garnet Valley, Pa.
The way the servos sit allows them to have a direct, tight, consistent throw onto the swash. BETTER than the Vibe 50 or any heli that uses a secondary bellcrank.
Vibe 50 looks nice but JR is not known for parts availability and if you can get them you pay a hefty price.
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