Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

[Rocketeer]

Greetings,

I am hoping that MRC will soon be getting/announcing the Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero!!!
This warbird is a great counter-piece to the Select Scale Corsair.

At 1145mm (45") wingspan, slightly less than the Corsair, electric retractable gear and scale detail, this should be a winner.

Please say it is arriving soon!!!

Clear Skies

Bill L.
in Okla.

[wayne hall]

Re: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Right on Rocketeer or one of those fms hotties

[Loneflier]

Re: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

I didn't know anything about the new Flyzone Zero coming out, but I will be interested in seeing it. I have several of their select scale planes and all have been good flyers. Where did you find the information?

[Rocketeer]

Re: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings Loneflier,

I hope you're doing well.

It's really weird.... actually.

I have not been able to find out any information on this plane.
I've checked everywhere on line, even Flyzone's website, and I hate to say it but, even my locale hobby shop and no one knows anything about it, including (based on the fact that no one has replied to this post) MRC who distrubutes Flyzone products.

However, in the latest issues of both Fly RC and Electric Flight magazines there are full page ads for this plane. It doesn't say anything about "coming soon" or "pre-order" so, I naturally figured it is or is soon to be available.

That's about it...... again I'm not sure what's going on.
If you should pick up on any scuttle, pass it on.

Bill L.
in Okla.

[Loneflier]

Re: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Thanks Rocketeer,

I did the same thing you did, and was searching the Flyzone website, and even did a google search for it and nothing. Then, I was flipping through a new RC magazine yesterday and saw it. Good looking plane too. I will be very interested in this one when it finally comes out.

I do have the Hobby People Zero which is a 1010mm wingspan, and has mechanical retracts, and it flies really well. I am thinking it is about the same size as the new FMS 980mm P47 and P40, and if they fly as well as this HP Zero, I am going to have to get one!

Too many planes, not enough space to keep them all! Ha!

Happy Flying!

Rich

[Rocketeer]

Re: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings Loneflier,

Well, I'm certainly glad to hear you came across the ad for the zero...
I was beginning to think I made it all up....

Strange though that they would run a full page spread and have no other information available anywhere else. I would have thought that vendor's would have received word way in advance for ordering purposes.

Time will tell,

Bill L.
in Okla.

[Loneflier]

Re: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

So has anyone there at MRC found out any additional information regarding the new Select Scale Zero from Flyzone? Like Rocketeer, I have seen the full page ad in my magazines, but nothing on the website, and when I asked my LHS, it was just blank stares and crickets....

[Rocketeer]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings Gang,

I have noticed that there are some vendors now taking Pre-Orders for the coming in December Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero.
I just got an e-mail from my LHS letting me know I can now pre-order as well.


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Come on MRC....... Someone's asleep in the tower!!!!!

Clear Skies

Bill L.
in OKla.

[Hippie 64]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

What a good looking plane . I'm curious of the size . I know they usually put good sized motors in their planes . Just wonder the wing span ?

[Rocketeer]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings H64,

Yeah Man...... It's a honey. I pre-ordered one yesterday.

The wing span is 45" so about the same as the Corsair and the Parkzine T-28.
It also comes stock with electric retracts.
I think the color scheme is dead on.

By the way, the yellow Turbo Jet MRC has on sale as a Scratch and Dent is the one I returned that had a really poor glue job on the fuselage.
I replaced it with the white one which I really like.



I'm hoping to get some air time on it this Sunday.

Bill L.
in Okla.

[Rocketeer]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings Gang,

Here's the latest press release from Flyzone on the A6M2 Select Scale Zero!!
It's looking better all the time!!




Clear Skies

Bill L.
in Okla.

[Loneflier]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings Gang,

Here's the latest press release from Flyzone on the A6M2 Select Scale Zero!!
It's looking better all the time!!




Clear Skies

Bill L.
in Okla.

Nice! I just built their Fock Wulf 190 and it looks really good too.The FW-190 has been out for a while now, and I got this one about a year ago, just now getting around to building it.  I have read several negatives about the landing gear being weak, but overall the plane looks good. Hope to maiden it this weekend if the weather cooperates. Keep us informed about the Zero!

[Rocketeer]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings Rich,

Hey man, best of luck flying the awsome 190!!!
Let us know how it handled if the weather cooperates.
We were scheduled for a fun-fly at our field this Saturday but our weather is most definately NOT going to play nice!!!

I'll try to keep us all in the loop as/if more info on the Zero comes down the pipe.

Clear Skies

Bill L.
in Okla.

[Loneflier]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings Rich,

Hey man, best of luck flying the awsome 190!!!
Let us know how it handled if the weather cooperates.
We were scheduled for a fun-fly at our field this Saturday but our weather is most definately NOT going to play nice!!!

I'll try to keep us all in the loop as/if more info on the Zero comes down the pipe.

Clear Skies

Bill L.
in Okla.

Thanks Bill,

Right now, our weather is looking pretty doubtful too. 15-20mph winds on Saturday, and storms on Sunday. However, I am taking the Thanksgiving week off, so surely some good flying weather will show up during the week! Please???

Keep us informed of the Twin Turbo too. I nearly bought the yellow they showed in the Scratch and Dent section. Wouldn't that have been a hoot? Didn't know it was yours. I am holding off on purchases right now until all the Black Friday specials start coming out. Might be something I just have to have show up!

Best of luck to you all.

Rich

[Rocketeer]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings Rich,

Seems to be a buch of bad weather making it tuff on a lot of pilots.

Yeah Man, that woukld have been something if you happened to buy that T-Toubo!!!
Glad you didn't though, it really is messed up.

Bill L.
in Okla.

[Rocketeer]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings Gang,

Don't know if anyone has seen it yet but, Flyzone has released their video promo on the Select Scale Zero!!!

I really is sweet! The bomb drop looks awesome (requires a 7th channel unless you're willing to give another feature).

Check it out on YouTube.

Bill L.
in Okla.

[StarHopper]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Curious, what does 'Select Scale' mean?

Another interesting model that's only available as RTF or TxR, meaning (here) that Tactic radio systems are required; which I refuse to use. I don't like planes that include a built-in expense for equipment I won't use. I like even less those who want to 'herd' me into using their equipment. Here, I'd prefer a simple ARF, but they aren't available. That's a Lose-Lose situation.

[Hippie 64]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Star hopper I use and like the Tactic equipment . I've never had a issue or problem out of it . As far as Select Scale I'm sure your aware that's what Flyzone calls some of their plane that are a certain size . 
If you don't want to buy planes with equipment in them I feel fairly confident you purchase the ones without . There are those of us who like the PNP setups . That's why there are other options . It really helps some of us cut down on some of the cost which allows us to purchase other things such as batteries and so forth . 

[StarHopper]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

...  As far as Select Scale I'm sure your aware that's what Flyzone calls some of their plane that are a certain size . 

No, I was not aware of that at all, Hipster - hence my question. And so, pertinently, what is the "certain size" range the term refers to?  Please don't bother looking it up for me - I only ask in hope someone knows what they're talking about.

AFA Tactic:
I didn't get into details why - I just said I don't. Wasn't an invitation to a debate, and don't want the thread de-railed on that point - last thing we need's another Ford-Chevy battle. Plus, that wasn't what the mention was about. I fully understand why the present options exist (?duh?), and have no problem with them. Nor with the people who choose to use, for whatever reason, and enjoy those versions.  You apparently missed the point of, where's the ARF version - which 99% of mfrs provide - for those who prefer that version? AND which, incidentally, would be even less expensive for those with strapped budgets....further eroding your argument.

And finally....let me first preface this by saying I don't mean this to sound harsh, it's just that I tend to be rather direct, & blunt.  But see, your experience with Tactic is of no interest to me. None. I'm happy you're happy with it. I'll only say, I've used it, it cost me 3 moderately expensive planes. I started a thread on it at RCG, and was astonished by the number of others who reported the exact and even worse problems I personally experienced. Perhaps the problem was that I was one of the early users - maybe they've got the problems worked out, & everyone's happy with them now. Just one of the hazards of being an early buyer - especially with all the Chinese-made stuff we have today, it seems. Me, I just decided I'm happy with the radio gear I already have, & I don't see the need to buy another in order to fly a particular model.  But again, that all's for background - to say I've got my reasons, a-plenty, & more. We won't even get started on the problems experienced in getting them to repair what was eventually determined to be the problem. End of Tactic conversation!

But again, not what the comment addressed. I guess it's rhetorical afa this company's concerned, but ask yourself - why no ARF/BnF/RxR 'traditional' version?  Even logistic-wise, it doesn't make sense to me.
 :huh:  

But I ain't losin' no sleep over it! ;)

[Rocketeer]

RE: Flyzone Select Scale A6M2 Zero

Greetings,

Just to clearify,

From the Flyzone web site:

What is a Select Scale model?
A Select Scale model is a standout, in every sense of the word. It's bigger, for more impressive field presence. It's more detailed, to capture the unique style and distinctive look of the original. And it's equipped with the best technology R/C can offer. Looks, power, performance and style.....  (I really didn't mind looking it up for the sake of correctness)

Flyzone does not force anyone into purchasing Tactic any more than Parkzone forces anyone into buying Spektrum.

If one is drawn to the style, history and/or flight characteristics of a specific manufacturers' aircraft but however, is not a fan of the installed electronics; Then one option is to purchase the plane and,

1. remove said electronics,
2. install preferred electronics,
3. sell removed electronics,
4. recoup partial original purchase funds.
5. enjoy flying said plane.

Or, alternatively, don't purchase the plane.


We are a microwave society and unlike the old days (for better or for worse) plane manufactures understand that there are profits to be had in fulfilling the desires of some RC pilots to get from the workbench to the flying field as quickly as possible. Just as other manufactures recognize the desires of the traditional "box of sticks" and ARF RC pilots and market specifically to them. It is, what it is.

Let's remember, unless we fly with a corporate name or Logo embroidered on the back of our shirts and receive a check at the end of our flying day......... This is just a hobby. Enjoy.

 
Bill L.
in Okla.