T-REX 500 Coming Soon!

[MikeV]

Our friends at Align just gave us these new photos of their new T-REX 500. Details are yet to be known, but as soon as we know more about the new machine we'll be sure to share.

www.alignrcusa.com

[Ots]

You said you had no details but I had heard originally that this heli would use two Trex 450 batteries (3S 11.1v) in series. Think it has changed?

[MikeV]

I've heard conflicting things, and until I know specifically I'd rather not comment. Should have some specifics very soon.

Mike

[Ots]

Ok - Thanks!

[mkoutnik]

That looks like a really nice rig. I can't wait to find out more about it. Is there an anticipated release date for the kit? I would think before xmas?!

[DVS]

Just when I started thinking about getting a bigger heli. :cool:
Can't wait to find out more.

[JadeKnight]

That'll fit nicely between my T-Rex 450 and my T-Rex 600N :D.

[DVS]

That looks like a really nice rig. I can't wait to find out more about it. Is there an anticipated release date for the kit? I would think before xmas?!

I read on another forum that it's anticipated to be released by the end of Novemember.
Don't know if that info. is right or not we'll see.

[GMONEY]

I thought there was a place for that size helo. Look forward to seeing a review in our favorite Mag...

GMONEY

[MikeV]

Late November is what we're hearing too.

It's not quite official just yet, but we may have a sweepstakes to win one in the February issue.

MIke

[helikyna]

Yes, late November is the target release date. Jason and Alan are working very hard and long days to try and get this accomplished.

Until more testing is completed we won't know what size packs are going to be the right ones. Cost, weight and flight times are all crucial components to determine this. Align will go with what best fills all three of these requirements. I promise to keep Mike updated so you can get the information as quickly as it comes in.

Best Regards,

Kyna Veatch
Sales & Marketing Manager
Assurance R/C
www.alignrcusa.com

[DVS]

Late November is what we're hearing too.

It's not quite official just yet, but we may have a sweepstakes to win one in the February issue.

MIke


That would be :cool: !!

[GMONEY]

I hope they find some packs that will take it into the eight minute zone without being iin the danger zone for the batts.... Come on boys 8-10 minutes, You can Do It!!!

GMONEY

[nitro mike]

I think xmas will be a good one. A 600E, and 500. But It would be nice to win one!! Maybe I'll wait.

[WiscHeli]

got the little and big brother of the family now :D .... do i want the middle child or go for Fire breathing member of family 600N :p

[DVS]

Get both of them. :rolleyes:

[nitro mike]

I agree, get them both. The family needs to be complete. Think of the nitro as Dad, and the children need their father!

[Jeff Bulmer]

then they'll come out with the 90 , and the whole process stars all over !

and I haven't even got the 600n yet. :(

[rc heli crazy]

when will they be in aus?

any word on a price yet?

align have done it again

wo hooooooohttp://www.wattsuprc.com.au/product_detail.asp?pid=500 i just found it :D

[WiscHeli]

if they do get the 14.8V 3600mah batterys to work we are looking at $80/15c -$160/25c a Pack ... that looks like a good area to be in for a 500 cheaper then the 600s at $150-300 a pack

[WiscHeli]

Pilot: Alan Szabo Jr

Setup:

500 motor
Blades - 425mm
Digi Servos - JR 3400G X4
Gyro - DS-760
Battery - 6S1P /2100mah
50 Amp Align ESC
IDLE speed 2650 rpm
Flight time - 4.5 minutes
Total flight weight - 1720 g
Motor temperature - 55°
Battery temperature - 58°
Variable temperature - 35°




Pilots: Alan Szabo Jr & Jason Krause

Setup:

500 motor (1900Kv)
Blades - 425mm
Digi Servos - JR 3400 GX4
50 amp Align ESC
Gyro - DS-760
Battery - 4S/14, 8V/3200mah
NORM speed 2000 rpm
IDLE speed 2500 rpm
Flight Time - 5 minutes
Flight total weight - 1720 g
Motor temperature - 53°
Battery temperature - 39°
Variable temperature - 35°

[JadeKnight]

Battery - 6S1P /2100mah

That would be 2 standard 3s 2100mah T-Rex 450 batteries in series, right?

[WiscHeli]

22.2v 2100mah would be 2 450 packs YES ..... i like the 14.8v 3600mah packs ,,, more run time ..... maybe less power but till your 3D all the way .... I am looking for run time :D


The servo set up is the same as my 450 Tail ds4800g just Fut 401 Gyro maybe some DS3421SA minis for cyclic :rolleyes:

Keep Dreaming :D

[WiscHeli]

target date is Nov ok for the Far East ,,,,,,, and later comes to USA and UK ,,,,, looks like a E Bay from Tawain 1st.... so said by Ailgn on thier forum Far East gets it 1st :mad:

[DVS]

Here are some pics for a size comparison.

[DVS]

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[GMONEY]

Late November is what we're hearing too.

It's not quite official just yet, but we may have a sweepstakes to win one in the February issue.

MIke

Mike, I thought you would have learned your lesson from the whole IDLEUP.COM thread! Well at least we know you can make it happen when it comes time for the hard copies..

GMONEY

[DVS]

I'm hearing that it might be released mid December now. :(

[mccd07]

This question is for all and Mike V,

Does anyone know if Align has made an aluminum flybar seesaw holder?

Maybe you can check withyour Alighn rep.

Also, someone told me that using HiTec 225mg servos has a different control rod length then what is in the manual.

Can anyone confirm this?

Thanks,

Michael

[WiscHeli]

No Alum Seesaw yet ... only hear of ..Alum Washout arms .. Alum Tail Assemble and TT so far ..... http://www.alignrcusa.com/

I dont know the HiTec servo Qu?? I use all JR servos I use 16.5mm on Servo arms of a JR DS3421 (swatchplate) the control links for swatchplate/Servos were shorted about 4-5 turns untill the swatch was centered in full travel and level from the lengths given in the manual with servo arms at 90*