Hi Dear members,
I am a novice in RC and want to buy a beginner 4 Channel RC Helicopter.
My budget is 3.5k max. I am from Mumbai.
Please suggest a good heli in this price.
Look forward to your suggestions.
   

There are a few in the sale section which you can check out.

I found this model interesting , please tell me if its decent ?
 
http://www.bazaar24x7.com/detail-Silverlit_ZBruce_4_Channel_Helicopter__85993__15_Percent_Off_MRP_Rs_2750-372889217.html

This looks like a good model not sure about 4 channels as it looks like a 2 channel from the pics on the site, I would recommend that you go to a shop and look for this model in person before you decide. Also you will not be able to fly this model outdoors as the size of the heli is small.


Hellyflyer

Thanks for the heads up Hellyflyer !   I wouldn't want to get stuck with a 2ch !!!

Please suggest some trusted Hobby Stores in Mumbai .

Quote from: rajathv8 on August 28, 2011, 07:22:58 PM
There are a few in the sale section which you can check out.

I could not find any 4ch Fixed Pitch RTF Heli's in Sales

Even I am looking for one. Is this suitable for beginner? Can it be flown outdoors?
http://rcbazaar.com/products/879-450-ccpm-for-beginners-green-ready-to-fly.aspx

Take a look at the one below

http://www.rcindia.org/deals-and-special-offers/for-sale!!-gt-5889-4ch-fp-2-4ghz-heli's/msg75236/#msg75236

Thanks
Hellyflyer

Quote from: dineshk13 on August 29, 2011, 09:25:53 PM
Even I am looking for one. Is this suitable for beginner? Can it be flown outdoors?
http://rcbazaar.com/products/879-450-ccpm-for-beginners-green-ready-to-fly.aspx

Hi Dinesh, Yes u can use it for outdoor, but it is without tx rx , you have u buy tx rx saperatly.

Note: Comment Edited

Hi Gaurav,

What size u r looking in 4-Ch ?

Quote from: gbisht on August 30, 2011, 12:48:05 AM
Hi Dinesh, Yes u can use it for outdoor, but it is without tx rx , you have u buy tx rx saperatly.

Hi,

The link which Dinesh has provided is for the RTF version of this heli which only requires TX and RX

Sorry I forgot to mention that I have DX6i tx and rx.
Will it be a good deal for beginner considering that I am definately going to crash it several times.

Crashing is a part of this hobby unless you crash you won't learn how to rebuild and build better and more stable everytime and yes that will be a good deal as the spares are also available at very low cost from the same site.

I say go for this deal.


Hellyflyer

Just so that there is no confusion , the RC Bazaar RTF is a 6 ch ccpm model (not fixed pitch 4ch). I am sure botrh Gaurav and Dinesh will need a lot of help setting this one up. Like Hellyflyer says - spares are cheap and plenty!
I plan to maiden mine coming weekend.

So its better to go for a 4 ch rather than 6 ch???
Please let us know where can we find a 4 ch within the mentioned budget.
I am also considering a 3 ch one if i dont find a 4 ch model in low budget.

Hi Dinesh,

Yes a 4 channel is eaiser to fly as it's less twitchy as compared to a 6 channel one. Go for a 3 or 3.5 channel coax heli in the budget mentioned in the link heading (3.5k) just check out the deals in near by stores or search this forum for some good deals as well.

 

Quote from: Hellyflyer on August 29, 2011, 10:26:37 PM
Take a look at the one below
http://www.rcindia.org/deals-and-special-offers/for-sale!!-gt-5889-4ch-fp-2-4ghz-heli's/msg75236/#msg75236
Thanks
Hellyflyer

Can i get spares for this Heli ? I am tempted to bump up my budget !

Quote from: pradeepdasgupta on August 30, 2011, 04:29:44 PM
Just so that there is no confusion , the RC Bazaar RTF is a 6 ch ccpm model (not fixed pitch 4ch). I am sure botrh Gaurav and Dinesh will need a lot of help setting this one up. Like Hellyflyer says - spares are cheap and plenty!
I plan to maiden mine coming weekend.

Yes Pradeep , no confusion,and i totally agree  

Quote from: gbisht on August 30, 2011, 12:49:46 AM
Hi Gaurav,

What size u r looking in 4-Ch ?

I am dreaming of Heli like the Esky HoneyBee FP V2  or  a Trex 450 clone

Thank you all for your enthusiasm , I feel very encouraged

Without meaning to confuse the issue, I would suggest a Walkera 4#6s from Hobbyking at $72 plus shipping if you are looking at a budget under Rs.5000.00. Great 4 channel RTF with nothing to buy. Ideal for a learner with no RC experience. Again spares are asy to come by from HK. http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__12148__4_6S_Walkera_Micro_Brushless_Version_w_2_4GHz_2402_Transmitter.html
RCBazaar's 450 can be the next step after a lot of Sim time.
By the way Gaurav, the RCB 450 is a TRex clone.
Ofcourse, I am a beginner myself in helis and my advice needs to be vetted by a veteran.

Quote from: pradeepdasgupta on August 31, 2011, 09:59:16 AM
Without meaning to confuse the issue, I would suggest a Walkera 4#6s from Hobbyking at $72 plus shipping if you are looking at a budget under Rs.5000.00. Great 4 channel RTF with nothing to buy. Ideal for a learner with no RC experience. Again spares are asy to come by from HK. http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__12148__4_6S_Walkera_Micro_Brushless_Version_w_2_4GHz_2402_Transmitter.html
RCBazaar's 450 can be the next step after a lot of Sim time.
By the way Gaurav, the RCB 450 is a TRex clone.
Ofcourse, I am a beginner myself in helis and my advice needs to be vetted by a veteran.

Hi Pradeep , It seems to be a good Heli from a reputed brand, but I am worried about customs and delivery . I've heard about products getting stuck at customs. Have you ordered anything from hobbyking ?

I am inclined towards

Quote from: Hellyflyer on August 29, 2011, 10:26:37 PM
Take a look at the one below

http://www.rcindia.org/deals-and-special-offers/for-sale!!-gt-5889-4ch-fp-2-4ghz-heli's/msg75236/#msg75236

Thanks
Hellyflyer

What do you say ?

Can anybody enlighten me about which controller mode one should use Mode1 or Mode2 , which one is better ?

it is all about personal preference, mode 1 stands for Throttle on the right stick and cyclic controls on the left and mode 2 is just the opposite.

Mode 2 is more popular than mode 1

Also to answer your earlier question

Sorry but spares are not available with me although you won't need them at all as this is a very tough heli.


Hellyflyer

If
   you are lefty
   select Mode 1
else
   select mode2
Thanks

Just had a conversation on phone with HellyFlyer (Amit) , A great guy , i must say.
Very helpful. Offered me great advice
He takes his RC hobby quite seriously ! Bravo !
Advised me to start with a basic 3.5 channel Heli instead , as i have no Heli experience whatsoever !

Quote from: Hellyflyer on August 31, 2011, 05:59:27 PM
it is all about personal preference, mode 1 stands for Throttle on the right stick and cyclic controls on the left and mode 2 is just the opposite.

Mode 2 is more popular than mode 1

Also to answer your earlier question

Sorry but spares are not available with me although you won't need them at all as this is a very tough heli.


Hellyflyer

Quote from: KALYANPRODHAN on August 31, 2011, 06:10:57 PM
If
   you are lefty
   select Mode 1
else
   select mode2
Thanks

Thank you for clearing my doubt.

I noticed that Mr. KALYANPRODHAN is a good programmer 

Hi Dear members,
Saw these two models , which one would be better for me ? 

http://jackshobbies.in/products_big.aspx?imgid=1003

http://jackshobbies.in/products_big.aspx?imgid=1016