Official RotorScale F03 160 Size Helicopter Discussion Thread

[jbaartz]

F03 160 Size Gyro Stabilized Helicopter - RTF from RotorScale - RSH1002-001


The RotorScale F03 helicopter is perfect for beginner pilots looking for an easy to fly, gyro-stabilized helicopter in an All-In-One RTF ("Ready To Fly") package that includes everything you need to fly within minutes. Just add four AA batteries!

Constructed from a blend of semi-rigid materials, plastic, and carbon fiber, the RotorScale F03 resists damage from hard landings. Its simplified layout is also easy to repair with affordable spare parts from Motion RC.

An on-board gyro system stabilizes the helicopter, allowing for hands-off hover to help you learn how to properly orient and control an RC helicopter. Independent motors for the main rotor and tail rotor respond quickly to control inputs, making the RotorScale F03 ideal for flying in confined areas with minimal wind such as indoor arenas or outdoor flying fields.

The RotorScale F03 160 size gyro stabilized helicopter provides an ideal balance of size, price, performance, and value as a trainer helicopter.

RTF - "Ready To Fly" Perfect for new pilots starting with their first or second RC helicopter, the RotorScale F03 includes everything in the box to begin flying in minutes except for four AA batteries. Basic spares like a main blade set and main gear are included in the box, and Motion RC also stocks a complete line of spare parts to keep you flying.

Gyro-Stabilized The integrated gyro system stabilizes the F03 helicopter in six axes. This system arrives fully configured from the factory and requires zero setup by the pilot, and enables special features like "One Touch Takeoff".

Everyday Flyer At 345mm (13.5") in fuselage length with a 320mm (12.6") main rotor diameter, the F03 is a 300 Class size helicopter that is perfectly sized for everyday flying. It is small enough to provide an economical and low-mass starting point for new helicopter pilots, yet large enough to be flown outdoors in mild wind while remaining easy to see and to orient.

Onboard Sensors In addition to its gyro-stabilization, the F03's flight systems are also enhanced with an onboard pressure sensor system that feeds data to the gyro. This makes the F03's "One Touch Takeoff" feature possible.

Durable Materials Specific blends of materials are used to create different parts for different purposes. For example, the tail blade is made of a flexible material to resist damage at high speed. The landing gear and main frame are made of a semi-rigid material to provide strength yet resist cracking, and the tail boom is made of a rigid carbon tube to stabilize the tail motor throughout all maneuvers.

Reliable Radio Control Featuring a modern 2.4GHz radio transmitter, the F03 can be operated near other RC aircraft and vehicles without risk of losing signal. Fly with confidence with this easy to use radio. Digital trims and other important information is shown on the radio's LCD display.

Features:

• RTF ("Ready To Fly") format requires only four AA batteries to begin flying
• Radio transmitter, LiPo battery, USB charger, spare blades, and tools included
• Pre-installed integrated 6-axis gyro and flybarless system
• Durable landing gear with easy-to-repair design
• Affordable spare parts and batteries available at Motion RC to keep you flying

Includes:

• RotorScale F03 160 Size Gyro Stabilized Helicopter - RTF
• 2.4GHz Radio Transmitter
• Flight Battery
• USB Charger
• Spare Main Blade Set
• Spare Tail Blade Set
• Tools
• Manual

Requires:

• 4x AA batteries

Product Specifications:


AGE LEVEL : 14 and up
SKILL LEVEL : Beginner
BUILD TIME : None

Class / Size	300 Size
Power Type	Electric
Rotor Type	Collective Pitch
Body Material	Plastic
Overall Size (L x W x H)	340mm (13.4") x 320mm (12.6") x 100mm (3.9")
Flying Weight	131g
Main Rotor Diameter	320mm (12.6")
Main Rotor Blade Length	320mm (12.6")
Tail Rotor Diameter	N/A
Tail Rotor Blade Length	N/A
Tail Drive Type	050 Direct Drive Brushed Motor
Cyclic Servos	N/A
Tail Servo	N/A
Power System	8250 Coreless Motor
Electronic Speed Control	Integrated 20A ESC
Recommended Battery	2S 7.4V 700mAh LiPo Battery with JST Connector (Included)
Battery Compartment Size (L x W x H)	N/A
Required Radio	2.4GHz Radio (Included)
Skill Level	Beginner
Build Time	None
Recommended Environment	Large Indoor or Outdoor Area

[Tom Smith]

Does anyone have any positive or negative comments on this little bugger. We just lost our flying field so I ordered on of these to fly in my back yard.