2nd heli

[chef1976]

I started on a blade cx. Now it's time to upgrade. What should be next? The T-rex 450xl or HeliMax MX400 Pro EP ARF. And radio the Futaba 6EXH, HRC158726 Hitec Optic, or Spectrum dx6.

[kcasner]

I started on a blade cx. Now it's time to upgrade. What should be next? The T-rex 450xl or HeliMax MX400 Pro EP ARF. And radio the Futaba 6EXH, HRC158726 Hitec Optic, or Spectrum dx6.


If you want to stick with electric 400 size, the trex is the way to go. Awesome parts availability and configurations. In regards to a radio... if you must stick to that list, the futaba would be the best imho. However, I personally prefer JR and used to be a futaba user. They are much more versatile.

If you want a great gas bird, you can't go wrong with a raptor 50.

[AaronS]

although I prefer the trex for aerobatics, there is much more setup involved, and I was impressed at how well the MX did for basic flight and ease of setup. I think also that the parts availablity is great for either machine, it really depends on what your local hobby shop is supporting as far as parts availability.