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Tiger Raptor Page
When I looked into
buying a helicopter I looked at quite a few
different models. My research led me to conclude
that a Thunder Tiger Raptor was the best buy, as
it can be used by a beginner right up to doing
full aerobatics.
I also found that
this is an excellent site for help with building,
setting up and flying a Raptor30, and The Hoverpoint is an excellent resource for advice.
I bought all my
kit from Martin Briggs Models. He gave excellent advice, set up and
test flew my helicopter, and has been very good
at providing spares
Costs:
| Item |
Cost in £ sterling |
| JR 652 6 channel radio, reciever and
servos |
220 |
| CSM Simulator |
105 |
| Thunder Tiger Raptor 30 kit |
220 |
| Bearing Upgrade Kit |
17 |
| OS 32 Engine |
120 |
| CSM 180 Gyro |
55 |
| Muffler |
38 |
| Starter kit including battery,
charger, starter motor, glowplug lead,
fuel, pitch gauge, starter panel with
fuelpump,
box that everything fits in
|
180 |
| Grand Total |
962 |
Like I said, it
isn't cheap, since then I've bought many gallons
of fuel at £18 a gallon, plus £45 for a battery
charger plus £30 twice after I pranged it and
needed new blades, feathering spindle and Flybar.
That's about as cheap as a crash gets.
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| My Raptor 30 |
My Raptor 30 being flown by Martin
Brigggs |
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| 2 Raptor 30s |
Mike's Raptor 30, picture by Wayne |
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