RCgawker - Radio Controlled Cars, Planes, Helicopters, and Boats. RC car tips tricks and more. » rtr http://www.rcgawker.com Reviews, Videos, Tips and Tricks Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:09:20 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 Top five reasons why electric RC helicopters are better than gas (nitro). http://www.rcgawker.com/2009/07/top-five-reasons-why-electric-rc-helicopters-are-better-than-gas-nitro/ http://www.rcgawker.com/2009/07/top-five-reasons-why-electric-rc-helicopters-are-better-than-gas-nitro/#comments Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:34:51 +0000 rcgawker http://rcgawker.com/?p=341
UPDATE: For the purpose of this article the term gas refers to nitro helicopters. There is a difference between the two but for the most part the average pilot either fly’s electric or nitro.

UPDATE 2: It seems as if this article has ruffled a lot of feathers for those who are into nitro helicopters. I’m not saying i don’t like nitro,or that there is anything wrong with them. I have 2 nitro helis and an electric. However, I am saying that in my opinion I feel that if you want to get into RC helicopters you might be better off starting with an inexpensive electric helicopter. So everyone calm down its not a personal attack.

If you ever wanted to fly a radio controlled helicopter you will find that there are basically two categories, electric or gas (nitro). RC helicopters are a great hobby and appeals to both young and old alike. Gas and electric both have their merits but there are reasons to choose one over the other. Here are my top five reasons why you should choose electric over gas, especially as a beginner.

gasrcheli5. They Don’t Pollute the air
Unlike their gas counterparts, electric RC helicopters are quiet, environmentally friendly, and don’t require a flying club to fly. With electric RC helicopters there are no limitations as to where and when you can fly. Even your living room!

4. Low Maintenance
Gas helicopters are messy. Every time you finish flying you must maintain your heli by wiping down elements of the model. These issues are none existent with an electric heli because they are lighter, smaller, and can survive most crashes with no problems. Hauling gas, oil, as well as a complex toolkit is a thing of the past with an electric.

smallhand3. They Fit In The Palm Of Your Hand!
Well, a few of them! They can range in size from the micro models, to their larger 60 scale gas model cousins. They are easily able to fly indoors and outdoors.

2. Easy to Fly
Unlike gas RC helicopters, which can stall out in mid-air and be temperamental, electrics have a smooth and predictable power supply. Gas models also require constant attention making sure the engine is tuned perfectly. Electric RC helicopters on the other hand are incredibly reliable, almost never quit in the air, and the motors need next to no tweaking. However, both are subject to less than ideal weather conditions.

money1. Less Expensive!
Sometimes substantially cheaper! Gas RC helicopters with their myriad of accessories can set you back hundreds if not thousands of dollars, whereas some electric RC helicopters can fall well under a couple hundred bucks. Moreover, they often come ready to fly (RTF) and can have you flying in a matter of minutes.

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