Review

Futaba 7C Radio Review

Daniel Switkin — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 19:59:29 -0500

Radio control transmitters have gotten extremely powerful, affordable, and ubiquitous. Even entry level radios come with small LCD screens, a few model memories, and functions like exponential. Feeling that it was time to upgrade, I decided to jump in somewhere in the middle of the price and feature spectrum.

The Futaba 7CAF is the airplane version of their seven channel computer transmitter. It comes bundled with an 8 channel R168DF FM receiver and four S3151 digital standard servos. Other packages are available for helicopter flyers, those who prefer PCM receivers, and a slightly less expensive version with analog servos.

Mile High Wings USB Interface Review

Daniel Switkin — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 12:59:32 -0500

Flight simulators and driving simulators have at least one thing in common - they're totally unsatisfactory to use with the wrong controller. After an hour with just a keyboard or a generic gamepad on either, you'll be itching for the real thing.

That's where the Mile High Wings USB Interface comes in. It's a very compact dongle (2 3/8" x 3/4" x 1/4") which connects your existing radio transmitter to a PC or Mac, using the radio's trainer jack. Cleverly, the interface is not soldered to a particular plug or cord, instead using a mini connector. This lets you use a wide variety of radios with the same interface by switching cables.

ElectriFly Yak 55 3D EP ARF Review

Daniel Switkin — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 16:30:33 -0500

Specifications

Wingspan	34.5 in (875 mm)
Wing Area	52 sq in (22.7 dm2)
Weight	14-16 oz (4397-454 g)
Wing Loading	5.7-6.5 oz sq/ft (17-20 g/dm2)
Length	38 in (965 mm)
Electric Motor Requirements	370-size brushed motor w/5:1 gearbox(included); 25A brushed ESC; 11.1V 640-1250 mAh LiPo battery
Radio Required	4-channel radio w/4 micro servos
Street Price	$70 USD

The Great Planes Yak 55 3D is a unique foam plane which offers a fun alternative to balsa models. The Yak is made from FlightFlex, a flexible EPP (expanded polypropylene) material which makes the plane quite resilient. However, this does not make it a beginner model - you should already have mastered a trainer with ailerons.

Tamiya TXT-1 Review

Zero — Sat, 07 Apr 2007 07:59:38 -0500

Everything RC Cars have a review of the Tamiya TXT-1 monster truck and say:

The Tamiya TXT-1 is a mean and ruthless truck from Tamiya USA. TXT stands for Tamiya extreme truck. The power, the body, the heavy duty chassis all are pure 'extremes' when compared to ordinary puny monster trucks. Straight from stock, the Tamiya TXT-1 looks as if it's been modified by a pro - Tamiya has definitely pulled out all the stops on this 4x4. Here we'll outline some of the pros and cons, and you can also see pictures and videos of the TXT-1 in action!

They have also got a couple of videos of the Tamiya TXT-1 on YouTube.

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Tamiya TNX 5.2R - Supreme Commander - Review

Zero — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 22:22:04 -0500

Everything RC Cars have reviewed the Tamiya TNX 5.2R - Supreme Commander and write:

The Tamiya TNX 5.2R has come to new heights since Tamiya first launched the TNX series in mid 2004. The older TNX 3.0 was heavier, had air leaks in the fuel tank, and generally was a lot weaker. Now, the new and improved TNX 5.2R is loaded, at 1/8th scale and from 2-speed transmission to super tough steel drive shafts, this thing will blow your mind. It's contenting for top spot for 2007's best gas powered monster truck, with good reason. But what makes this RC monster truck so great? Lets take a look at some of the pros and cons of the TNX 5.2R, although, there's not very much negatives to say about this mean machine!

There are also some videos on YouTube of the new Tamiya TNX 5.2R