I see people talking about a 11.1V version and a 7.4V version. Did they just use a different battery? Are the motors different between the two versions? Why can't I find a 11.1V S033G? Were there problems with the 11.1V of motors burning out so they just lowered the voltage? I'd like to get this Heli but alot of the reviews say they wish it had more power, especially in the wind. Anybody that can help me understand what and why there's two voltages out there would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.Mark I see people talking about a 11.1V version and a 7.4V version. Did they just use a different battery? Are the motors different between the two versions? Why can't I find a 11.1V S033G? Were... » Read More I see people talking about a 11.1V version and a 7.4V version. Did they just use a different battery? Are the motors different between the two versions? Why can't I find a 11.1V S033G? Were there problems with the 11.1V of motors burning out so they just lowered the voltage? I'd like to get this Heli but alot of the reviews say they wish it had more power, especially in the wind. Anybody that can help me understand what and why there's two voltages out there would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.Mark « Show Less
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it originally came with the 11.1volt battery butv they burned the board up.the 7.4 doesn't burn the board but it's a pain in the ass in any kind of wind I would spend the extra bucks and get something else.And that's from someome who has 2 of the SO33G's
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I have not found a 11.1 volt syma so33g chopper. All i have seen are 7.4 volts. I am researching the 11.1 volt heli and will let you know what i find. So far, nothing... As for the wind, the so33g can not handle much wind at all. It's a slow beginners heli. It fly's great with very little wind. I have 4 of them and i fly very often. I have done very cheap modifications to mine and the wind has no effect on them at all.
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11.1 was limited. They don't make it any more. I searched all over for it. The 7.4V is fun for flying in large open spaces like a high school gymnasium, but outside is terrible. Hope that helps.
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I put a Gopro on mine so it added a little bit more weight. Its also above 105 degrees in Phoenix when I fly and I still get over 10 mins. I have an alarm that goes off when my batts hit 3.7 volts. I would highly recommend buying one. They are inexpensive. I usually get worried about battery life and land it way before pushing it to limit. I don't want it to have it auto land in a far off location and not be able to retrieve. I have a couple of spare batteries so its no big deal to swap them out. A flight lasts long enough so don't worry about it. 10 mins is a longer than you think. Just have some spares and enjoy. It nice to land and take a break anyway. You will love your FC40. I put a Gopro on mine so it added a little bit more weight. Its also above 105 degrees in Phoenix when I fly and I still get over 10 mins. I have an alarm that goes off when my batts hit 3.7 volts. I would highly recommend buying one. They are inexpensive. I usually get worried about battery life and land it way before pushing it to limit. I don't want it to have it auto land in a far off location and not be able to retrieve. I have a couple of spare batteries so its no big deal to swap them out. A flight lasts long enough so don't worry about it. 10 mins is a longer than you think. Just... » Read More I put a Gopro on mine so it added a little bit more weight. Its also above 105 degrees in Phoenix when I fly and I still get over 10 mins. I have an alarm that goes off when my batts hit 3.7 volts. I would highly recommend buying one. They are inexpensive. I usually get worried about battery life and land it way before pushing it to limit. I don't want it to have it auto land in a far off location and not be able to retrieve. I have a couple of spare batteries so its no big deal to swap them out. A flight lasts long enough so don't worry about it. 10 mins is a longer than you think. Just have some spares and enjoy. It nice to land and take a break anyway. You will love your FC40. « Show Less
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those are two totally different helis.. I started flying with the s107 then stepped up to a fixed pitch Blade 120. next step up is a Flybarless, collective pitch heli.. much harder to fly. but a real ball once you get it.
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I have used a 3s 1300 mah all the way up to a 3s 2200 mah battery with this motor and it performed admirably. My esc is a neewer 30a. The 20a esc will work but not for extended use. Almost any ground contact by the prop will surge the 20a with this motor and burn it out. The prop size really depends on the model. Being a 1000kv motor it does spin slower than a parkjet motor or the like. I have almost 15 hrs total flight time on this motor. I put. 9x6, 10x4 and a 11x5 on it. The 10x4 is where it got the best thrust without chewing through the battery quickly. The 9x6 gave me the best flight times and the 11x5 was awesome for 3d flight. It really depends on the weight of your aircraft. Hope this helps. I have used a 3s 1300 mah all the way up to a 3s 2200 mah battery with this motor and it performed admirably. My esc is a neewer 30a. The 20a esc will work but not for extended use. Almost any ground contact by the prop will surge the 20a with this motor and burn it out. The prop size really depends on the model. Being a 1000kv motor it does spin slower than a parkjet motor or the like. I have almost 15 hrs total flight time on this motor. I put. 9x6, 10x4 and a 11x5 on it. The 10x4 is where it got the best thrust without chewing through the battery quickly. The 9x6 gave me the best flight... » Read More I have used a 3s 1300 mah all the way up to a 3s 2200 mah battery with this motor and it performed admirably. My esc is a neewer 30a. The 20a esc will work but not for extended use. Almost any ground contact by the prop will surge the 20a with this motor and burn it out. The prop size really depends on the model. Being a 1000kv motor it does spin slower than a parkjet motor or the like. I have almost 15 hrs total flight time on this motor. I put. 9x6, 10x4 and a 11x5 on it. The 10x4 is where it got the best thrust without chewing through the battery quickly. The 9x6 gave me the best flight times and the 11x5 was awesome for 3d flight. It really depends on the weight of your aircraft. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Wish I could help... I bought the helicopter for my husband for Christmas and it came MINUS the featured battery. The company did not offer replacements and we had to return the helicopter. Unfortunately he still doesn't have one. We have decided to try to find one at a brick and motar to make sure it is complete and actually will fly.
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Would like some one to jump in here At this time Considering the 1.4 Read,The 1.4 has a motor made from plastic,cant be a good thing...Is the 1.8 usm made the same??? Love sum help here...Paul Flynn
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Given that this is a UK import, if you're planning to use this in the UK or Europe I'd talk directly to the manufacturer and see if they make a 110 model. Stepping down will adversely affect the motor speed and thus may not even play at 33rpm.
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I own both types of helis,, S107 and MCX2. The MCX2 is 4 channel as opposed to 3 channel for the Symas.The 4 channel is a lot more fun to fly and gives the pilot much more control over the heli. Also the battery caneasily be replaced and can be recharging while you're flying the heli with your spare battery. In my opinion theMCX2 is worth the extra cost.
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im not familiar with that heli but u can pretty make any heli use any battery if ur willing to look for the connectors that convert it over to the right connection. go to a rc store and they will have adapters and if ur willing to solder that ur options become even better. these batterys are meant for the really small helis such as the nano cpx.
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This is the v2 model. You have the option to switch between two flying modes using the transmitter. One is a little more subdued and controlled compared to the other mode which is full out power with less stability control.
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I have used a 3s 1300 mah all the way up to a 3s 2200 mah battery with this motor and it performed admirably. My esc is a neewer 30a. The 20a esc will work but not for extended use. Almost any ground contact by the prop will surge the 20a with this motor and burn it out. The prop size really depends on the model. Being a 1000kv motor it does spin slower than a parkjet motor or the like. I have almost 15 hrs total flight time on this motor. I put. 9x6, 10x4 and a 11x5 on it. The 10x4 is where it got the best thrust without chewing through the battery quickly. The 9x6 gave me the best flight times and the 11x5 was awesome for 3d flight. It really depends on the weight of your aircraft. Hope this helps.
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4 or 6 with a spare.. i fly v911 and recently seek more fun with the v913. I practice first on a simulator using volantex. I will in the near future definetly go 3D heli with the help and confidence i master on the Volantex.
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Hello, i bout my heli about 3 months ago and brought it to argentina. It only flew 5 minutes and the main engine heated and stoped working!! I got a spare part, fixed it and then the back engine heated and broke!! terrible !! worst thing i ever bouth!
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Different as in? If you're thinking of having a 6 person heli battle, I doubt you'll get it. Pretty sure these come in 1 or 2 different frequencies. They are fun though. Really annoying to my wife.
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The battery supplied for the tank is 1700Ma 7.2V, It's Ok, but would recommend upgrading with better charger and higher quality battery,you can get them as a package .Thru AmazonOnly if you are buying the Upgrade model,costs more, The gearboxes in the standard models are much better now and I have not had any trouble with the treads when running both in and outdoors,you can always upgrade later as kits are available to do this,I have 8 HL tanks and so far (touch wood) I have not had any of the problems some others have had,really minor things needed attending to,Cheers Kit,
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I just got one of these for a 109 heli and it will not fit into the original battery compartment. Considered getting a 107 but decided to give it a shot. Soldered it in, zip tied it and it works great. The original battery was dying (the heli would get about 3 ft off the ground then start descending as the battery was giving out. This gives me full flight times again. See my review for full details.
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I've had both electric & battery. Neither is more powerful than the other. How can anything be powerful when it runs off of 3 volts maximum? The battery units (AA or rechargeable) are more convenient because you can use them anywhere. I prefer to use it outdoors, weather permitting. The description says "spins at UP TO 47 rps", but I can't tell any difference between "UP TO" 47 and a real 30 rps.