just wondering. how much would it cost for me to set up a t-rex 600..need to know.

[robgt]

The major bonus in a 50 is that it'll do everything a 90 will do at 30 size prices. It's great for learning on as you have a little added stability over the 30 size, plus shed loads more power, which comes in handy when learning and you need to get away from the floor fast

I learned on a Raptor 30, which was ok, but if I was starting today (knowing what I know now... yeah right) then I would get a 50.
No upgrade needed later on when I want to get into more advanced 3D flying.

There's nothing wrong with 30 size helis, I just think theres a lot of reasons to go for a 50 over a 30 to begin with.
Cheers,
Rob

[AdzUK]

Philimon..what else would i need with a > http://www.realraptors.co.uk/zen-car...uct s_id=2226

also just spoke to the guys at fast-lads and the guy on the phone (jamie) said around about the £750 mark for a raptor 50 nitro..for all the gear. That a good price?

[Philimon]

Philimon..what else would i need with a > http://www.realraptors.co.uk/zen-car...uct s_id=2226

Radio:
http://www.realraptors.co.uk/zen-car...oducts_id=1705
(servo's aren't great, may want to use 3 others @ £25ea)http://www.servoshop.co.uk/index.php?srch=3152

Gyro and tail servo:
http://www.realraptors.co.uk/zen-car...oducts_id=1390
http://www.realraptors.co.uk/zen-car...roducts_id=379

Fuel & starter
http://www.modelhelicopters.co.uk/cg...%23a6525#a6525

http://www.modelhelicopters.co.uk/cg...ml%23a482#a482

Training gear
http://www.modelhelicopters.co.uk/cg...836#aA_2dR3836

Add another £70 or so for some odds and ends that I've not thought of yet (fuel filter, charger for radio etc) and you'll be a-for-away

EDIT: Oh, and about another £40 for a set of blades - I see that heli does not come with them

[Philimon]

Philimon..what else would i need with a > http://www.realraptors.co.uk/zen-car...uct s_id=2226

also just spoke to the guys at fast-lads and the guy on the phone (jamie) said around about the £750 mark for a raptor 50 nitro..for all the gear. That a good price?

If it includes everything you needs, yes, its a good price. Its about what I paid for mine, and I already had some of the radio gear! But then I didn't do much bargain hunting, as it was an impulse buy.

When speaking to them, as whats the best value for money for a beginner. Its easy to get over-excited and get too much quality.