Official RotorScale 470 Size Bell 206 Super Scale GPS Stabilized Helicopter Thread

[Aros]

Bell 206 Super Scale 470 Size GPS Stabilized Helicopter from RotorScale - RTF - HSM-470-R-JR-CF

Experience the next level of scale helicopter flying with the RotorScale GPS-Stabilized Super Scale 470 Series. Designed for pilots of all skill levels, this series combines stunning scale realism with advanced GPS and gyro-stabilized technology. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced pilot, these helicopters make scale flight both accessible and exciting. With their large, 840mm rotor size, unparalleled craftsmanship and attention to detail, the 470 series sets a new standard in scale RC helicopters.

The RotorScale Bell 206 exemplifies the pinnacle of this series, combining exceptional features and meticulous scale details in a ready-to-fly package. Its fiberglass fuselage showcases realistic panel lines, rivets, and exhaust details, complemented by a CAL Fire livery and LED lighting for maximum authenticity. Adding to the fun, the Bell 206 features a functional water drop tank for simulated fire drops, making it as interactive as it is stunning. Paired with GPS stabilization, this model offers seamless performance, adaptable user-friendly operation, and unmatched realism in one incredible package.

Fly Out of the Box! The RotorScale Bell 206 arrives fully assembled and ready to take to the skies. No setup hassle—just charge the battery, install the main blades and you're ready to fly!

Advanced GPS Stabilization Advanced GPS stabilization ensures a rock-solid, beginner friendly flight performance that can also be turned up a notch for more advanced pilots or progressing beginners. Available modes include GPS Mode, Angle Mode and Manual/Traditional Helicopter Mode for a wide variety of skill levels.

Simulated Water Drops Fully functional water tank with pump deliver incredible fun for simulated, scale water drops with the simple flip of a switch.

High Quality, Detailed Fiberglass Fuselage Exquisitely crafted fiberglass fuselage is molded with panel lines, rivet details and also includes exhaust details for the highest level of scale appearance.

Iconic CAL Fire Rescue Livery Stand out with the stunning CAL Fire livery, capturing the authentic style of emergency rescue helicopters for an eye-catching, scale appearance.

Realistic LED Lights LED lighting adds scale authenticity and added visibility for early morning or late evening operations.

Painted Carbon Fiber Blades Realistically painted, carbon fiber main blades provide that extra bit of detail for the maximum in scale appearance.

Large, 470 Size The large 470 size with 840mm diameter main rotor provides impressive stability, power and presence in the air.

Features:

• Completely ready to fly package includes everything you need to start flying right away, just add 4AA batteries for the transmitter
• Advanced GPS stabilization provides rock solid, steady, beginner-friendly flight
• Larger, 470 size offers enhanced stability and power
• Fully functional water tank with pump adds incredible fun for simulated, scale water drops with the flip of a switch
• High quality and professionally painted fiberglass fuselage is molded with panel lines, rivet details, and also includes exhaust details for maximum scale appearance
• Realistic LED lighting adds authenticity and visibility
• Painted carbon fiber main blades offer enhanced scale realism
• CAL Fire livery for a true-to-life rescue helicopter appearance
• Three flight modes provide adaptable in-flight choices for pilots of all skill levels – GPS Mode, Angle Mode, and Manual/traditional helicopter Mode
• Return Home and Land feature ensures safe, easy recovery for beginner pilots
• Low voltage auto-return home automatically returns the helicopter to land at the home point if the battery voltage drops too low
• Carbon fiber frames provide superior rigidity while remaining lightweight
• Brushless main and tail motors for high efficiency and long term reliability
• Reliable 2.4GHz control provides solid, interference free connectivity

Includes:

• RotorScale Bell 206 Super Scale 470 Size GPS Stabilized Helicopter - RTF
• 2.4 GHz Transmitter
• Flight Battery
• Charger
• Instruction Manual

Requires:

• Four (4) AA batteries for the transmitter - we recommend Admiral 2600mAh 1.2V NiMH AA Rechargeable Batteries (4 Pack)

Optional:

• Admiral 4x AA/AAA NiMH Battery Charger

Product Specifications:

AGE LEVEL :14 and up
SKILL LEVEL :beginner/intermediate
BUILD TIME :less than 10 minutes

Class / Size	470 Size
Power Type	Electric
Rotor Type	Collective Pitch
Body Material	Fiberglass
Overall Size (L x W x H)	850 x 210 x 270mm
Flying Weight	1400g (3lb 2oz) without battery and without water
Main Rotor Diameter	840mm
Main Rotor Blade Length	376mm
Tail Rotor Diameter	130mm
Tail Rotor Blade Length	N/A
Tail Drive Type	2205 2450Kv Brushless Motor
Cyclic Servos	3x 12g, Digital, Metal Gear Servos
Tail Servo	N/A
Power System	2820 1300Kv Brushless Motor
Electronic Speed Control	60A, 2-in-1 ESC
Recommended Battery	4S 4000-5000mAh LiPo Battery
Battery Compartment Size (L x W x H)	N/A
Required Radio	2.4GHz Radio (included)
Skill Level	Beginner/Intermediate
Build Time	Less than 10 minutes
Recommended Environment	Outdoors

[Jwierda]

Any news when these will be in stock?

[EdinTN]

Check FB board dedicated to ROBAN 470's RTF - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1097531305486328

[Jwierda]

Any in-flight videos going to post soon?

[Eagle_7]

Now if only the water tank was on a Huey or a H-60. Then I'd buy it pronto!

[F106DeltaDart]

I'd just be happy if there was a PNP version for those of us who would prefer a traditional FBL, and for the tail rotor to be on the correct side. No reason not to run a scale setup (including main rotor rotation) on a setup like this..

[Jwierda]

I'd just be happy if there was a PNP version for those of us who would prefer a traditional FBL, and for the tail rotor to be on the correct side. No reason not to run a scale setup (including main rotor rotation) on a setup like this..

Totally agree with you on this one! I believe you can still get the fuselage and all the components. Tail rotor should definitely be on the correct side of the boom! I do like the new GPS stuff, great for people like me that have problems with arthritis in their hands and can’t control as precisely like when I was younger before all my joint issues.

[ckankel]

From the flight demo video Motion RC just posted it looks like the collective/altitude stick is self centering. That would be a nightmare in manual mode. Is there a way to quickly disengage that? I suppose you could remove the springs as a last resort

[DCORSAIR]

Wow, very nice little helis but that price will keep me away for now, they do look cool though.

[BEBELSEN]

Hello,
I bought this model but I have a trouble now. It worked perfectly for 3 flights.
But now, the green light flashes when the GPS signal has been found, but I can't arm the helicopter. The batteries are fully charged. Do you have a solution?

[BEBELSEN]

Can i do a reset factory ?

[Goop99]

Oops, wrong thread...my bad.

[Cal Fire 205]

K
Second flight with this heli.
Radio will not "Unlock", does temporarily then Locks up again .I hit Run switch, nothing happens.
Rebind, radio batteries?

[xviper]

K
Second flight with this heli.
Radio will not "Unlock", does temporarily then Locks up again .I hit Run switch, nothing happens.
Rebind, radio batteries?

If it's anything like my MD500, just flipping the run switch won't do anything. First you must hook up battery (TX on first, all switches UP, then run switch to OFF) and let it sit there for as long as it needs to acquire all the satellites it requires (watch the blinky light and read the manual to see what the blinky light does when it's "ready"). Then you move the left stick down and to the left for about 3 - 5 seconds. THEN you flip the switch to run. The tail rotor should spin up first, followed by the main rotor.

[Cal Fire 205]

Thanks xviper for the reply. Got some fresh AAs for the radio and will review the start up procedures.
Must be something I'm not doing correctly.
Thanks again!

[xviper]

I flew my MD500 this morning. The first flight, it took almost 1 minute before it had enough sats. The second flight took about 30 seconds. It depends on the atmospheric conditions at the time to hook up to all the sats it needs. On this brand of heli, I'm not sure how many sats it needs but on some of my other GPS devices on planes and helis, it can require up to 7 sats even on a clear, cloudless day.
PS. Are you with CalFire? I have the Hanger 9 OV-10 Bronco in CDF theme - a beautiful plane. I'm retired from Calgary Fire Dept.

[Cal Fire 205]

I'm assuming if the helicopter does it's GPS check and acquisition, and the green light flashes, it has found all the satellites it needs.
Maybe not? I'll try again tomorrow.
No, I'm not with Cal Fire, but I am retired from a large county fire department in California. I worked on many assignments for and with Cal Fire.
And yes, that is a beautiful airplane. Good job with the paint and decals.

[xviper]

There are a couple types of green flashes. The final "ready" one is a slower single flash. Before it's ready, you may get a faster double flash.

[Cal Fire 205]

K
Thanks for that info.
I'll pay a little more attention to the type of flashes presented.

[xviper]

Have you seen this video? At about minute 6:00, he goes through the initialization and explains about the satellites and the blinking light better than I can.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sX0RSpM7LGY&t=407s