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e-Ark X-400 - MX400 > question on a mx450 combo deal
 
 
bam
New Heliman
Location: Nampa, Idaho

Hello, I am ready to move into a better heli, I have been flying a axe cp for just about 6 months now, and I need to move up, problem is money I donnt have alot of it and I saw tower hobbies has a mx 450 combo, with a 3 easy pay plan, really cant beat it, but I also dont want to through money away, is this heli with the set up it comes with going to work, are am I asking for headaches, Comes with a futaba 6 channel radio ok servos that are included with the radio, helimax 40 amp esc, says it has softstart mode, a ammo brushless. your thoughts would be appriseated
Thanks,
bam
07-31-2007 06:10 PM
 
 
rcpack
Heliman
Location: MD

Hi, I was about to get the same thing but ended up gettiong the mx400 deal because it was a little cheaper, But I think that deal would be great. You can also go to rcandme.com and get a t-rex sa rtf for around 500 dollars. Good luck.
07-31-2007 10:45 PM
 
 
roachmoe
New Heliman
Location: Spring, Texas

I just received this package today. The only thing I've done is attach one set of main blades. I currently have a Blade CX2 and this is way over my head. I also recently got a simulator and I could not fly this thing. I've decided to go with a different hobby all together.

I'll let it go for $300 or best offer. Email me if you want more pictures or have any questions. Email is: jamesr@tach-promos.com

Package includes:
* X-400 Helicopter kit V2 with CCPM setup 72/35 Mhz (Assembled and ready-to-fly)
* FT06C Transimtter
* Receiver
* Two 11.1V Li-polymer battery included
* 11.1V Li-polymer Battery 1800mAh (15C rating)
* 110V-220V 11.1V Lithium Battery Charger alum
* 9g Mini Servo x 4
* Telebee Dual Rate Head-hold Mini Gyro RCE500
* RC-expert 40A Brushless Motors Electronic Speed Controller (ESC-BS40A)
* RC-expert 3600kV Brushless Motor
* Aluminum CCPM swash plate for X-400
* Top dome for X-400
* Aluminum tail unit case set for X-400
* English Manual
* Bonus:
3 x 290mm CF Look Main Blades
11.1V 1800mAh 15C Battery

08-07-2007 12:23 AM
 
 
AirmanBob
Senior Heliman
Location: U.S.A.

The MX450 is a pretty fair deal for someone who
does not already have a radio, batts, charger,
motor, ESC, etc..

My son has that very same setup and its really
awesome to watch him fly it. That motor is VERY
powerful. (518watts). It takes the heli from
1 foot hover to 50 feet hover in the blink of an
eye straight up. Motor barely gets warm.

He has an ACE 45 amp ESC is the only difference.

I have the MX400 Pro with stock 6 pole motor. Its
pretty nice too...

If you're into Heli's it's a good way to go. But, if
you are a beginner, like me, your gonna have your
hands full.

If you have a friend who can help with the setup that
would be great.

Just my .02

Bob
08-07-2007 02:23 AM
 
 
AirmanBob
Senior Heliman
Location: U.S.A.

NEWS FLASH...Check out the new Blade 400 from
horizon hobby...Man, that's a good deal.

Try here: http://www.e-fliterc.com/Products/D...ProdID=EFLH1400

Bob
08-09-2007 03:52 AM
 
 
slvrado02
Heliman
Location: Denton, TX

i have the mx450. it's a pretty good deal, but you are going to want to upgrade it eventually. i would actually recommend getting the 400 over the 450.
if you ask anyone, they will pretty much say, the more milled parts you have, the more expensive it gets to fix it. heaven forbid something go wrong. but yes, you are getting stronger parts, but in a wreck they will break others because of it.
the only thing i would recommend about the 450, if you do get it (its a great heli in my opinion), would be to upgrade the tail slider. it wants to bind a little. cheap little fix. (i know i'm probably going to get made fun of for this) i just used the trex parts, and it is a lot smoother now. everthing else is great. mine has very little slop and all around am very satisfied.

Raptor 60, Trex 450SE v2, MX-450 (3/4's Align)
08-11-2007 12:56 AM
 
 
flag8r77
Senior Heliman
Location: Jacksonville Florida

combo deal

I went with the combo deal on the MX 400...the good news, yes, you can do the easy pay deal and not shell out all the cash up front.
The bad...you get a bunch of not so great parts you will have to upgrade right away.
The Lipo is way too small, the charger is a crap. You'll end up paying an extra hundred for a workable lipo and another hundred on a charger.
Oh yeah, the ESC they send you is garbage as well, I had to purchase a Phoenix 35 amp for another hundred...see a pattern here?
09-14-2007 04:16 AM
 
 
AirmanBob
Senior Heliman
Location: U.S.A.

Yep FLAG8r77...You're right..its a little
too basic of a heli.

The Pro version is much better but even it
use's the cheap plastic center hub which
broke one day when I was hovering in the
back yard.

I love my MX400 Pro but, I think if you shop
around you can get a better built heli for
about the same price.

Don't forget...if you do buy a MX400 Pro be
sure to take the landing gear struts off and
boil them for about 8 or 10 minutes. It makes
them soft and pliable. Otherwise they snap
really easy.

Bob
09-15-2007 04:09 AM
 
 
flag8r77
Senior Heliman
Location: Jacksonville Florida

MX 450

One note....the MX 400 Pro does come stock now with an aluminum head.
09-17-2007 04:56 AM
 
 
davidmoto150
New Heliman
Location: Prospect, Ky - United States

I have a helimax mx450 ready to fly except you will need is a radio and a battery. It has all of the top of the line electronics and has never been flown. I will sell it for $450.00 to your door. Anyone interested?
03-20-2008 02:58 AM
 
 
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