Century Swift 3D 6-Channel 2.4Ghz RTF Overview

The complete package

Swift has produced an excellent 30 size electric ready to fly helicopter. This is a fine model and has been test flown and ready for the experienced 3D flyer or with training gear would be an excellent choice for the first single blade helicopter. Similar to other 30 size models on the market, but it also includes a 2.4Ghz 6-channel radio which will provide awesome Spread Spectrum technology so you don't need to worry about someone on the same frequency taking out your heli. With a length of 105 cm, this is a good size to get started and Century Helicopters produces some nice quality models so you are backed by a company with good access to parts for repair. This is critical for any helicopter flyer.

Century Swift 3D 6-Channel 2.4Ghz RTF

As far as the details and construction, this isn't an all graphite model; but being a ready-to-fly helicopter it has good quality. Also, for a beginner composite plastic parts are much more forgiving in a crash and many new pilots make the mistake by trying to learn on a fancy graphite model that is much more expensive to repair.

Features

• Powerful 550 sized outrunner motor
• High speed tail mounted servo
• heading lock gyro
• nicely integrated tail system
• eCCPM control geometry
• Thrust bearing supported blade grips
• 2.4 GHz control radio
• 1700-1800 rpm for blades - easy for beginners to control

Specifications

Century Swift 3D 6-Channel 2.4Ghz RTF

• Main Rotor Blades: 520mm
• Tail Rotor Diameter: 21cm
• Length: 105cm
• Height: 34.4cm
• Weight: 1.56kg
• Speed Control: 75/95 Amp
• Motor: 1440kV
• Battery: 4S Li-Po 20C/30C
• Pinion: 10 tooth
• Head Speed: 1600 - 2100 RPM
• Radio System: Elite 2.4GHz 6 Channel
• Flight Time: 12-15mins
• Charger: Standard AC Wall Charger

For more information, check out the Century website.