Beginners Model - ARF (Already to Fly)
US$ 1 = 3.67 Dirhams
What you need to get with your Model Airplane.
We have included approx price in the U.A.E. for the below items.
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Kit Recommended: |
Kyosho Trainer / or any other good High Wing Trainer - ARF. (Approx Dhs 350-450) 40 Size |
Engine |
OS 40LA (Dhs 270) 46 FX (Dhs380) 52/70 four cycle. (Approx Dhs 850-1200)with pump will be better bargain |
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Radio:FM/PCM (4-10Ch's) Receiver:FM/PCM (4-10Ch's)
Battery |
Futaba / JR / Airtronic /Hitec ( Buy the best one you can afford, so that you can fly everything- Airplanes, Helis ). (Approx Dhs 700-2500)
Tips : Look for a computer radio for a bargain so that you can store different airplanes trims + functions on the same radio. Go for FM/PCM receiver only. Avoid AM receivers.
1000-1300Ahms Ni-CAD should be fine. High Amp's battery will help you fly for more times (Approx Dhs 130-175) |
Other things you need to start with
Fuel, We recommend 5-10% nitro (two stroke) 10-15%* (four stroke), which you will get at Hobby Centre, Dubai, U.A.E. (Approx Dhs 45/ 65*)
1.5 - 2v Battery Re-chargable ( Approx Dhs 40) for glow plug
Glow Plug (O.S.no.8) (Approx Dhs 13-15)
Plug Spanner (Approx Dhs 10)
A mat of some sort to put down your radio on the ground while you start your engine (also keeps your knees dry)
Something to transfer the fuel from the container to your fuel tank (available from model shop) Dhs 10-25
Manual fuel
pump (Approx Dhs 50-75)
Optional
12v Battery (Approx Dhs 150) or you can use your car battery
12v Starter ( Approx Dhs 100-150) or Chicken stick (Dhs10)
Battery volts panel (normally includes electric fuel pump ) (Approx Dhs 150-200)
Flight Box (Buy one from the tools stores like Aces Hardwares) (Approx Dhs 50-80)to store all your tools
That's it.....
Dubai RC Hobbies