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  • #16
    Originally posted by Summa1988 View Post
    I'm thinking about down sizing from my trex 700 dfc to a new 550...
    ...im thinking of a raptor e550s?... nick maxwells new videos shows him really throwing it about.
    I'd be worried that any 6s-powered 30-size heli will fail to deliver with tired packs. My Align 550e stressed my 6s 5000 40c packs far more than my 700-size helis which fly much longer flights. Honestly, if you are happy with your 700E, I'd suggest keeping the heli and spending the cash on some new packs instead as I'm quite convinced that the overall outlay will be less than replacing the heli (and you'll lose a small fortune selling the 700E). Bog standard Turnigy 40C blue packs are so cheap now and available from the UK with nice low postage costs. Also, you might want to consider Gens Ace 4000mah 25C packs which I am told are superb in a 700-size. They're light too, so your 700 will get a new lease of life.

    Think carefully before you sell up a good heli - it could be a false economy.

    Si G
    Raptor 90 SE FBL e-conversion, Raptor E720, Raptor E820, Synergy E7, Goblin 700 & TREX 700N

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    • #17
      People are saying the raptor 550 is a great heli but not really a full 3d machine?

      Im not really afan of the compass helis. I can see me going back to a good old trex 550 for the 3rd time lol
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      • #18
        Thanks for that si but I wasnt going to run the same packs I would of bought 4 new decent packs for it.

        I can see what you saying though. But im thinking for charging quicker. Easier to transport and part cost
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        • #19
          Originally posted by Jamin_00 View Post

          I would say just get the one you like the look of most
          +1 that's the best advice.

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          • #20
            Originally posted by Summa1988 View Post
            People are saying the raptor 550 is a great heli but not really a full 3d machine?

            Im not really afan of the compass helis. I can see me going back to a good old trex 550 for the 3rd time lol


            fast forward to 8 mins , it looks ok for 3d to me
            Seaking

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            • #21
              Originally posted by ady View Post

              fast forward to 8 mins , it looks ok for 3d to me
              Mr Maxwell would make any heli look 3D ready ...
              Tom
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              Logo 550SXv2 - Castle 130LV ESC, vBar Neo
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              • #22
                Yeah ady. This is the vid that was leaning me towards the rappy. Wonder if this is a standard setup or if hes running 10s or sumthing
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                • #23
                  Originally posted by Summa1988 View Post
                  Why would you give the logo 550sx a miss jamin_00?
                  I have not flown the 550SX but I fail to see the upgrades over the old 500 will actually make that much of a difference. It flew stunningly from I remember, very smooth but they just don't do it for me in the looks department no more.

                  My reasons for getting a heli are completely different from most, most of it is based on how it looks Then if it flys well thats a bonus pmsl
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                  • #24
                    Well looking on hobbyking I can get 4 x 6s 5000 30c batts for about 150pound. So looks like the best 550 isnt a 550 its a 700 ha
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                    • #25
                      550sx best Heli I own of the lot , smooth as it gets an can be smacked , you won't be dissapointed

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                      • #26
                        Originally posted by Summa1988 View Post
                        I'm thinking about down sizing from my trex 700 dfc to a new 550 , I'm wanting it to run on a 6s 5000 lipo but unsure what to get. What would you get?

                        im thinking of a raptor e550s?... nick maxwells new videos shows him really throwing it about.
                        the synergy e5 u sold rich;-)
                        the logo 550sx look quality expensive to crash
                        trex 550 again? Cant say they dont fly well ? Cheap spares.
                        goblin 500 using 520mm blades, just dont crash it!
                        the rappy looks a good deal tbh mate and they are built like tanks.
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                        • #27
                          I can't compare my 550sx to any other 550 as its the only 550 I've flown but all I can say is that it's awesome, just takes everything you throw at it.
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                          • #28
                            I think the Nick Maxwell vid could be a bit misleading,whould the standard Raptor e550 flybarless kit you get perform like his.Seems his has a different motor,flybarless controller and possible better cyclics servos,also how many cells is he running to get it to perform this way and this level of pilot can make any model look good.
                            Last edited by stargazer; 16-02-2014, 08:09 PM.
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                            • #29
                              It depends on your flying style, i have a 550 DFC and a flybarred Raptor E550. They are two totally different models, the Raptor fly's like a much bigger heli and is ultra smooth.
                              If you are a 3D flyer then have a look at the new 550 DFC with the Dominator motor.

                              Dan.

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                              • #30
                                I got it down to buying new batts for the 700 or buying a logo 550.....someone help me out and sell me there logo ; p
                                Trex 550L Gpro
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