A TrexMAD chronological journal of thoughts,
expressed
freely to all.
Just a few stories of all the latest news from the heli world.
... remember book mark this site.

Text Size

Trexmad.co.uk - For some of the Latest in Heli News

New Spektrum DX8 Pics



(Translated from their German site) The DX8 is a better range of hand-held transmitter for the aspiring model pilots. The investment follows a modern design with an impressive ergonomics. All controls are within comfortable reach,even if you have smaller hands. Course DX8 is the spectrum with the unique DSM2 transmission system facilities. It offers a fast and secure link to the model. Of course, this also includes remote control system in the range of equipment used to make Bind and Fly fly models of Horizon. The facility is equipped with telemetry. This permits real-time monitoring of flight log data and the power supply and Data from other external sensors. The facility has a modern and very ergonomic Software that is fast and intuitive. Extensive functions for area pilots, as well as for helicopter pilots from the software feature. Internally, the system stops at 30 model memories. The built-in SD card reader, however, allows an approximate unlimited number of model memories. In addition, software updates can be easily performed. The spectrum DX8 is supplied with 4 languages.
It can be set to 3 service areas
- EU, France and U.S.. Furthermore, the investment in Mode 1 can be flown to 4. DX8 The spectrum needs are met almost all of the dedicated model airplanes.


Kit contents:

 

Read more...

T-Rex 700 Nitro 3G-FBL Super Combo released

T-REX 700 Nitro 3G
[KX018008]     
USD$1,290.99 or approx £835 inc VAT for UK, this includes 3 x 610 cyclic servos, 1 x 650 tail servo, 2-in-1 unit, Gov unit and the FBL 760 unit, plus 690D main blades so you just need a 90 engine, muffler and RX-TX to finish.


Specification(3G Programmable Flybarless System) :
?3-axis gyroscopic flybarless system to simulate the stability of mechanical flybar system, yet at the same time achieving agile 3D performance.

 

Read more...

T-Rex 600 Nitro 3G-FBL Super Combo released


T-REX 600 Nitro 3G
[KX0160NPN]    
USD$1,069.99 approx £699 UK with Vat, this includes 3 x 610 cyclic servos, 1 x 650 tail servo, 2-in-1 unit, Gov unit and the FBL 760 unit, plus 690D main blades so you just need a 50 engine, muffler and RX-TX to finish.

Specification(3G Programmable Flybarless System) :

  • 3-axis gyroscopic flybarless system to simulate the stability of mechanical flybar system, yet at the same time achieving agile 3D performance.

 

 

Read more...

New Spektrum Modules

The new modules now have the aerial integrated into the module so making it look a lot neater, no more wire flapping about.

Plus they also do a case so you can convert your existing case module to look like the new one for $20..... why didnt they make these like this to start with...

Read more...

T-Rex 250 FBL - How it fits

Seems that the Align FBL system fits very nicely on the 250, with the main unit almost the same size as the GP750 it fits great on the standard mount area and the sensor fits above on the other side. They supply a nice short connector lead for the FBL unit and its even neater than the normal gyro setup.

More

Read more...

NEW from ThunderTiger the X50 Raptor

Well they have finally upadated the 10year old heli and moved with the times with what looks a very nice heli. Price details are not known as yet. Not knocking the heli as I started out with a R30 and bought an R90, lets hope they bring out a New 90 as well. Carbon side frames, plenty of radio/electronics space, CCPM, new head, new tail...they have been busy.

More Pics HERE and HERE

NEW: 700 Upgrade Gear set

700 M1 upgrade gears assembly HN7102
[HN7102]

Now in chunky modulus 1 gear tooth size.

?Use for T-REX 700 Nitro Pro.   
?M1 Main Drive Gear/164T x 1
?M1 Autorotation tail drive gear/104T x 1
?M1 Torque Tube Front Drive Gear Set/24T x 1
?M1 Engine Gear Set /14T x 1

 

450 Pro FBL head set now available

450 PRO 3G Programmable Flybarless System
[H45110]


The NEW Hurricane 255 kit


The NEW Hurricane 255 kit (the ALL NEW version of the favourite Hurricane 200)  has been released and will be available here soon.



* The best 3D capable micro helicopter which use 11.1V/3S1P/LiPo battery in this class.
* Partial assembled modulate parts which is easy for completion.
* Partial assembled kit comes with BL motor and 18A ESC.
* New tail unit come with Integrated CNC Tail Gear Case/ Arc Tail Pitch Lever with double bearings/ Frictionless Tail Pitch Slider/ New Tail Output Shaft with CNC Pulley/ New Tail Rotor Yoke/ New Tail Grips which produce precision and the best tail control.
* 9mm CNC Black anodized Tail Boom and New CNC Motor Mount provides the high strength and rigidity to Tail.
* New CNC Main Rotor Yoke and Spindle.
* New CNC Main Grips.
* New layout for CCPM servos which results in a precisely control to swashplate.
CNC Motor Mount comes with 2 motor mounts (Front or Rear).
* Kit comes with KV3400 BL Motor and 15T pinion which produces quick power response and the best power efficiency to 3D maneuver.
* High Performance New Stabilizer Blades and Tail Rotor Blades.
* New light-weight streamlined FRP canopy.
* New CF Fin and Tail.
* Equipped with CNC Universal Battery Plate provides more options to the C.G. adjustment and the installing of electronic gears.
* All mechanism equipped with Precision CNC Parts.
* Fully equipped ball bearings.(35 pieces of micro bearings)

 

Read more...

HD HERO Naked video camera

 


Strange name but a super product - HD wide angle video with professional quality, the video is amazing this is a very high quality bit of kit, remember to watch the you tube vid in HD !! and its only US$ 259.99! Just imagine how good the original file is! At 3:15 theres some great shots

GoPro’s HD HERO Naked is the world’s highest performance wearable 1080p HD video and still photo camera. Professional quality 1080p / 960p / 720p HD resolutions record at 30 and 60 frames per second (60 fps in 720p). Record up to 2.5 hours on a single charge and up to 9 hours total on a 32GB SD card (not included).

The camera can also shoot automatic 5 megapixel photos at 2/5/10/30 and 60 second intervals during your activity, hands free. Press the shutter button once at the start of your activity and record up to 2.5 hours of poster-print quality photos of you and your friends, living it up.

Included is one mount for attaching the camera to a helmet or heli or other curved surface as well as the quick-release HD housing which protects the camera.

Approx £150 - HERE

Read more...

450 and 250 Flybarless Units released

Now the full set for the 450 and 250 helis has been released and should be available within a couple of weeks over in the uk, prices are $379 (approx £250) for the 450 and $369 for the 250 head.

Main Rotor head Set x1
Flybarless control unit x1
Flybarless Sensor x1
Screw bag x1
Linkage rod A x2
Linkage ball A x2
Head Stopper x1
Mixing base assembly x1
Pitch Gauge x1
Sensor mounting foam x2
Signal extension wire 100mm x1

New T-Rex 600 ESP Super Combo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just out is this with the latest 600M motor, latest 780 Gyro , all the servos and its the T-REX 600 ESP Superior Combo.

$960 - approx £660 rrp

Read more...

New T-Rex 500 ESP Super Combo

Just out is this with the latest 500M motor, latest 780 Gyro , all the servos and its the T-REX 500 ESP Superior Combo

$769.99 - approx £530....

Read more...

Stainless Steel M3 Button Head Frame Screw



This Special SST M3 Button Head Frame Screw was designed to resolve the “stripping” problem of the standard screw. We have a modified head design which is deeper to allow for more torque without the worry of stripping the head.

Lynx Heli Innovations has used industry professionals and pilots to help design a replacement screw for this application.
Material: SST 304

LX0028 - T-REX 600 & T-REX 700 Special M3 Button Head Frame screws. Qty per bag: 10 pc - USA Retail Price: $9.76
LX0029 - T-REX 600 & T-REX 700 Special M3 Button Head Frame screws. Qty per bag: 45 pc - USA Retail Price: $36.55

Electrify your T-Rex 700

ELECTRONIC CONVERSION KIT FOR ALIGN TREX 700 NITRO SERIES HELICOPTERS

Three motor mount sizes are available, covering the vast majority of motors on the market.  Although there are slight
variations between brands, the most common T700E conversion motors are listed below:

M3 x 25 mm: Scorpion HK-40XX series, XERA 40XX series, Hacker Brushless Turbine series
M4 x 25 mm: NEU 19XXH series
M4 x 30 mm: Kontronik Pyro700 series

Uk RRP - £199

NEW: T-Rex 450/250 Pro G-10 Yellow Framesets

Helidirect has produced some cool looking yellow G-10 Frames for your T-Rex 450 pro and 250 helicopters. The color is dyed into the G10 material, giving it strength & a lasting finish, allowing your 450 to perform at 3D extremes.

Frame kit comes with all parts necessary,  No hardware included, so be sure to have the frame hardware, if necessary, or re-use current frame hardware.

More Articles...

Page 1 of 2

Start
Prev
1