As having a few close calls myself with the notorious Raptor V2, I am so glad Volantex did there homework by listening to your past reviews on there platforms Such a superb review and glad they fixed both the tip stall issue and the motor angle. That narrow profile is also quite interesting .. seems like the new fad.
@@ArxangelRC Thanks for your response!... I have a Quanum Observer FPV Plane (Volantex Ranger EX Clone) and fly her with a 4S 10,000mah battery. I haven't gone for a super long lasting flight yet, but I've been reaching a little over 30 minutes easily... Again I haven't test yet how much longer would I be able to keep her flying because It scares me to think on losing her due to a lost of power, lol... Here is a 7 mile flight with her...I hope that you like it! Watch "7 Mile FPV Flight to the Douglas, AZ Border Patrol Station Nov 5, 2016" on UA-cam ua-cam.com/video/HUlo8xz3ZJY/v-deo.html Have a great evening! Greetings from Douglas, Arizona 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🇵🇷🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🇵🇷
As a beginner, I don't really like this as a first plane (although, the plastic fuselage is super durable and the wings are pretty tough as well), but man this thing is heavy and made to feel even heavier because when you toss it in the air it feels even heavier because of the that 2 meter wing span. Once it get's in the air it flies great (at least for a beginner like me). I also have the ZOHD Dart 250g and the ZOHD Drift. Of the three, I think the Drift is the easiest for a beginner to learn on, especially if you go the Kopilot Lite and VC400 combination. All of the guys with years of experience flying planes will tell you to trim the plane in manual mode 1st before putting a flight controller and FPV system. If you already know how to fly LOS in manual mode, then that probably works well. If you're new to planes, you don't even know how to fly. If you launch in manual mode and don't know how to fly, you are going to crash and crash bad ( a lot),. For me going the kopilot route, took some of the guesswork out of getting into the air in the 1st place (and back down). It gave me a chance at learning how to fly before I tried to put it into manual mode to trim it out. The other thing for a beginner is that it is super easy for you to get disoriented flying LOS or just lose your plane in a blink of the eye. Again, that is where the KOPILOT helped out. I could try flying LOS and then if I got in trouble, I could hit the RTH switch and save it. Still not great at LOS, but I'm better. Clearly this is not the path for everyone, but coming from quads to fixed wing................I'm sure that I'm not the only one confused when they make the jump over to fixed wing
Well I do agree... between this one and the Drift, the Drift is the beginner model to go for, no question about it! KoPilot does help greatly, and its ease of setup is quite useful! :)
Great informative video. Wasn't sure what plane to move to for my FPV platform from my Firstar 1600 but think I now know, Volantex Ranger 2000 al the way !! Keep up the good work.
@@ArxangelRC Not sure you mean good for beginner flying FPV or LOS? I'm new to this hobby, my flying site near the sea very windy toptravels.vn/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/doi-cat-vang-mui-ne-1024x683.jpg looking for 1st pusher plane (avoid props broken every crash easily compare with puller) big size & wingspan(stable in high wind), high wing aspect ratio( hard to stall) and low wing loading( slow fly). So, do you recommend this model for a very 1st time pilot, to fly line of sight in high wind? Thanks for sharing this video.
I just received mine and the weather was good for flying but they didn't include the prop mount so I have to wait patiently until Banggood send me a replacement. One thing I did find after the build was that with two 2200mAh batteries mounted one in front of the other gave perfect balance. I mght end up connecting them in series to get longer flight time as the 2200 is my favorite battery and I have a few of them. The only disadvantage of this is that the second battery as additional weight is rather far back - a lighter weight in the nose would be better.
Nice review. Looks like a nice FPV platform. If it was mine, I'd put spoilers or an air brake on it. Looking fwd to when u convert this to FPV with head turn.
You mention the glide when landing, i have same issue with my Ranger 1600! try to land and it just carries on another 100ft, think flaps with elevator mixing would help, you should post this video in the new facebook volantex group
What motors props and esc types and specs do you use for long-range FPV on this plane and please advise me on the kv number and prop size combinations you use in long range FPV
Great review I really enjoyed that! I had the original white Firstar Raptor with roughly 1400mm and wasn't a big fan of it even after I replaced most of the internals. it always felt too heavy for its stubby wings.
Thank you for providing this excellent review! I'm new to RC planes and FPV, but after watching several hours of YT vids on all kinds of planes I feel I am ready to buy this one. As of today Banggood offers the Volantex Ranger 2000 Kit for $99US and the PNP for only $30 more. One of the recommended parts Banggood lists is a Volantex Xpilot AX601 6-Axis Flight Controller Stabilizer. Is this something you would recommend yourself? How would a Flight Control Stabilizer benefit this plane, if at all?
Wouldn't recommend this one anymore... it has some issues, and there are much more advanced stuff now! Also, like Nick said... you don't need a stabiliser if you have any experience on a simulator!
@@ArxangelRC I have plenty of experience on the Real Flight simulator with drones and a bunch of different planes. I will forego the stabilizer. Thank you for your reply!
@@nickhayley I found your comment LOL. This model looks stable enough to fly without any stablizer help. Also fpv flight, the video record look like it took with gimbal.
@@ArxangelRC yesss and i needed the aded range and battery bay! Because i autopilot these planes trough the swiss alps :) whatch on instagram - mr.nopro
Hey, let me know what you think of this plane after the new car smell is gone. A comparison of the fpv models you have flown. Thanks. Great videos as always.
Thanks! It will be a while before the new smell is gone because I still haven't had time to put a new motor and ESC on it and try to improve efficiency, but I hope soon will have the time. In any case, there will be an update so you will know. :)
@@nickhayley Well that would assume I've had the time and ability to fly it more... which I haven't sadly... because there are always new projects on the horizon... so I am always moving on to something new after a short while!
great review. would love to buy the new wing join system - looks like it would fit my phoenix 2k :) Also - do you think one could buy just the fuselage? I have a spare phoenix 2k wings that look like they would fit ;-)
I have not seen the fuselage sold separately anywhere, but the plane is a relatively new model, so at some point spare parts may appear! For now I think your best bet would be to contact Volantex/Exhobby directly and ask them for the fuselage, I think they can send it... but not sure how much shipping would be on something like this.
Would any of the Volantex Rangers make suitable trainers? I thinking the Ranger 2000. What's it's glide like and is there any ability to ride a thermal? Do you have any other suggestions?
I'm in no position to be getting back into big fixed wing planes... not at all... _BUT IF I WAS..._ This plane As big a prop as it will take without nipping into foam I'm thinkin' a 1500 - 1600kv motor Nip the curled part of the wingtips off, leaving them straight as possible Dragonlink long range controller or whatever passes for best these days Long range high power vtx and a VERY low light camera to match it. HD if possible. Starvis or similar for sure, especially with the 3d noise reduction to combat low light noise Probably 4S with huuuuuge capacity, edging toward the weight limits of the plane but not overboard Work it over at the nose end to give a clear bubble housing a pan and tilt assy for the cam Full on OSD system with GPS Mayyyyybe a little gyro stabilization either in the control surfaces or the cam itself to cut wobble from turbulence Ohhhhh how I miss my fixed wing planes, crack of dawn with dew all over the grass, a touch of cold breeze in the air and the morning buzzards just starting to circle overhead. Such good times. :-)
Well this one is plastic... so foam nipping wouldn't be a problem! Everything else... that would be quite custom! :) Approaching the weight limit... might be better off launching it with a bungee! :) Yes... definitely seems like you are NOT getting back into planes.
@@ArxangelRC I'm not getting back into planes because I don't have the area for it, no other reason. Believe me, if I did, I'd be out there right now flying a heavily modded version of that plane or a similar one. Got a 55+ mph, 1.5 mile range modded FPV EasyStar gathering dust on the drone shelf right now. Lots and lots of flight hours on that one, lots of records broken. It's only the modern intolerance for RC aircraft that keeps me off the fields, that and people that like to tell other people their business.
Just when I think (again) no more planes... you go and do this review which now forces me to buy one. Well, I nearly got the raptor except Bang would not ship it to Australia, so maybe they will with this one. Anyway thanks again for another great review, and expanding my excessive collection by just one more..
Haha, thank you! :) Truth be told... there is no such thing as "no more planes"... I've tried it... doesn't work! Right now I am trying to sell all of the old models I no longer fly, so I can make room for the new ones... there is just no option to stop getting new stuff... I hate this new globalized economy... :D
ArxangelRC you're spot on right there. Well, I just completed purchase on bang and, they not only had it in stock, but shipped it to Australia! Now I just hope it survives their legendary lack of packing for post.. Cheers.
Well, as expected Banggood inflicted another huge FAIL on me, after taking my money, they failed to ship and then demanded another $76 for extra shipping ( I had already paid extra required for ems shipping), and considering they do not know how to pack items for shipping and most planes get damaged as a result, I rejected their demand and requested a full refund... time will tell. I now have to find another more reputable seller who will not try to extort money on shipping. Not possible with Ebay, so the hunt continues..
Hey, yes you can! 1600 and 2000 fuselages are the same, the 2400 fuselage is larger, so they won't fit on that one, but the 2000 and 1600 would be good.
Hi, OK here is a quick list: 1. For servos I've been trusting Corona for years now and they have never let me down: goo.gl/JHYynd 2. For the motor I don't have much experience with 3S motors, but I have done one test years ago with this motor goo.gl/BSAE7b and a 10" prop on the Raptor, and it had some nice efficiency. 3. For ESC I love HobbyWing stuff, and this one goo.gl/if9aYz works great. It is sold as copter ESC, but works perfectly well on planes, though you will not have a low voltage cutoff, so keep an eye on the battery. 4. I would also put an external UBEC to power those servos, especially considering the above ESC doesn't have an integrated one: goo.gl/vtEKBj
Any word on a twin Ranger 2X? Last I saw was at a trade show about a year ago. Was really looking forward to that version as it seems like feedback provided by yourself and others would be included and the twin would allow for more useful load.
Absolute lowest speed would be your stall speed. Depending on how heavy the plane is it could slow down to around 35km/h safely, though I would try to keep it above 40km/h just to be safe! As for cruise speed... 50-60 in a windless environment is close to what is normal for this plane.
Well... should be possible to install the motor, and the propeller will be determined by the space available at the back... stock is 8"... I can't recall if there was enough space to use a 9" one!
Hi! I'm worried about the signal range in the RTF package. According to my local dealer it should do up to 600 meters. But after having seen your video I strongly doubt that. Have you heard anything about that people have range problems with the RTF?
Damn that was a great review! makes me want to get another pusher plane to fly over the beach! my wing is just to fast for beach flying i will kill birds 😢 lol
I wanted the Raptor V2. Question please, for a Volatex sailplane 1.6/2.6 what prop would be good for LR or stay with stock. And am I crazy that I think it may be fine in the 1.6 configuration for LR as it cuts through the air a little cleaner.
@@ArxangelRC Yes, The evolution. I won't go through the effort of changing the motor but want to get the best distance possible so may change the prop if it could help. Maybe I'll have to test if the 1.6 meter wing span is at all efficient in a straight line run as the 2.6 meter. Maybe it has plenty lift and less drag.
Well... I guess if you are going to be running 3S, you could go about 1" larger on the prop... should give you a bit more thrust and perhaps 1" higher on the pitch as well... for a bit more speed... might improve things efficiency wise!
Seems to be available in the UK: www.banggood.com/Volantex-Ranger-2000-V757-8-2000mm-Wingspan-EPO-FPV-Aircraft-RC-Airplane-KIT-p-1151698.html?UA-cam&ArxangelRC&p=6L1818635832201406F2
3years later, is this still state of the art, or is there something newer, better on the horizon? I would like to replace my ASW28 as is does not perform as well as I want. Cheers Nik
I'd suggest the Phoenix 2400... awesome plane, and you'd keep the ASW form factor! www.banggood.com/Volantex-759-3-Phoenix-2400-2400mm-Wingspan-EPO-RC-Glider-Airplane-PNP-p-1375577.html?UA-cam&ArxangelRC&p=6L1818635832201406F2
@@ArxangelRC It is, but I Don't use the ASW for FPV, did not purchase it for FPV. I bought the ASW for two reasons; A to replace my Graupner Bussard (which outperformed the ASW, and I am an idiot for selling it)and B as a good-looking airplane that can go kinda fast and does Loops and Rolls. Turns out the ASW is neither that great for thermalsoaring nor Rolls or Speed. We are not talking about Hotlinerspeed, just Warmliner speed.
Haha, right... well I have never been one to do much thermalling or slopesoaring... so can't really comment on that... ASW and Phoenix are about the only gliders I've had!
Well... could be... but I wouldn't go lower than 4S, though I suppose if you don't have anything else... 3S should work too... just might need a stronger toss!
Well that would depend on what you have in the plane, and how much of it is mounted behind the CG point! Add enough weight to the tail and you can balance it even with a brick in there!
Question for every long-range veteran: What kind of radio do you use? I normally fly drones, I'm thinking of getting an X9D plus for long range planes but I'm not entirely sure if I'll need all the switches on it. How many switches do you need? These functions come to mind: Throttle, ailerons, rudder and elevator, flaps: 5ch done by the two gimbals and a switch for flaps Flight mode, camera switch is another 2ch, both controlled by switches Then 2ch controlled by potentiometers for pan and tilt Maybe landing lights with another switch if I wanna get real fancy Am I missing out on something crucial here? Because I won't need an X9D plus for these functions, a Qx7 will do for this. Is there anything I'm missing? Thanks in advance!
I think the Q X7 is also 16 channel, if need be so you should be OK with it as well. I use the X9D for long range with a 5db (goo.gl/zuwlrN) antenna mod and an L9R receiver (goo.gl/C7Y525) on the plane. So far I have been out to 22kms (ua-cam.com/video/XY4ZeXYK138/v-deo.html) without loosing signal. On my Clouds I am using all 9 channels of the receiver - ailerons, elevator, throttle rudder, mode change, gimbal pan, gimbal tilt, gimbal modes, video switch. No flaps on that one thankfully! Otherwise I wouldn't have been able to use the L9R receiver.
Thanks so much for your reply, mate! The QX7 is indeed 16 channel, but it has less buttons and switches than the X9D so I was worried about the convenience it offers. Performance wise in terms of channels and range it should be the same though, but I can't confirm that 100%. And your video about the L9R rage test is crazy, I didn't know that was possible on 2.4Ghz! Guess I'll try the L9R before I get an EZUHF! PS: I think you would still be able to use the L9R for up to 12 channels, you just need a flight controller that works with SBUS. If I understand it correctly, the receiver takes in up to 12 channels of info coming from the radio, then encodes it digitally and forwards that information through just one of the servo ports. If you're using a flight controller that can read such an SBUS signal (the Vector can do it) it will then split the signal to up to 12 conventional channels again.
Yes, I know it can move 12 chanels, but I am using a micro APM in the Clouds and it can only receive 8 chanels via CPPM, so I have the receiver connected to it via an SBUS to CPPM converter. I have the 9th channel coming directly from the receiver, the others are passthru the flight controller! The receiver has only 9 PWM outputs... so there is my limit. :) As for the range, an LRS system will always give you more range more easily, as it doesn't suffer so much from frees and bushes getting a bit in the way of the line of sight... but so far I am super happy with the performance of the Taranis and L9R and will keep using it.
You helped me very much with my Raptor V2, but decided to give up on it due to the stall caracteristics making it dangerous to fpv without airspeed indicator. But what should I get now? The 1600mm version of the raptor looks nice but should I get the 2000mm for long range fpv or something else alltogether?
You mean the 1600mm version of the Ranger? goo.gl/bur4Yo The 2000mm version would certainly generate more lift and would be easier to equip it with FPV and still keep it light and nimble. goo.gl/hRyLbC
ArxangelRC Alright thank you very much I ll go with the 2000 then! I have also asked a question in your blogspot regarding the elecronics (motors,esc etc.) for long range fpv asking your recomendation, could you check it up or would you like to post the question here instead?
No worries, I will respond there, just need some more time for that, and I just came back from travelling, and am going to bed now, will get my reply tomorrow! :)
Yo, indeed that plane is great. I just received mine and had made it Long range - 9000mah 21700 on stock motor. It flies great like real plane, slope soars even with all 1.8 weight and overshoots landings 100/100. The bad thing is that I get a lot of propwash at the rudder and it makes all the tail to vibrate, visible trough fpv cam. Prop pitch dependant but present down to 8x3.5. How you solved that on you other ruder pushers? Best,
Interesting... that is the first time I see somebody complain from something like this on this plane! Didn't know it was an issue! What performance problems does this cause? I've seen the tail vibrate when I throttle up on take off... but haven't really thought of it as a problem...
@@ArxangelRC Except the jello in fpv feed and maybe strange feeling elevator, nothing more. Some hi-tech supports were installed, adding rigidity on horizontal and vertical stabilizer joint (read bamboo sticks and tape). It's a lot better now, no jello. So smooth, feels like piloting a full scale, especially on cruise and landings.
@@oneistar6661 Hahahahahahaha, yeah... those bamboo sticks are helpful in certain situations! Been there! Glad it is an improvement, though I can't say I've ever seen issues in the video feed due to that... but anyway, nice that you fixed it!
@@marciocardenas9337 4s all the way. Since my last post I changed the motor, servos and put pan on FPV camera. It's great plane, vibrations were from the stock motor.
Hi ,can I ask you a question please at 2:11 is that always needed for this model? Can I ask ask what you did there?You moved the position of the prop? ty.
This is a good idea for every model! Yes, I moved the position of the prop relative to the motor, to try and find the spot where the motor and prop will vibrate the least when spinning!
@@ArxangelRC Hi thank you very much for the time I appreciate the information. Good information too I have one volantex and going to order this same model. I will do that and remember to check that forsure.Thank you very much for the reply..I still havent flown my other one but im setting it all up..ty!
I have a question about this plane. It's somewhere around 1100g when it flies? I want to build the kit version but the plane looks locked in to a tiny 8" propeller and at most a 28mm wide motor? I can throw on a triple-bladed propeller but there is really no motor that stands out that would give a strong amount of thrust on 3S I want to use a 3S 5200mah battery in it. Any ideas? Thanks, -Steve
Hi, I am sort of a fan of the SunnySky motors... something in the 1250-1400Kv range should do just fine for the Ranger 2000. Another option would be HobbyKing's SK3 series motors in the same Kv range. If I am not mistaken I have this motor on my Ranger, the 1250Kv version: www.banggood.com/SunnySky-X2814-900KV-1000KV-1100KV-1250KV-Outrunner-Brushless-Motor-p-1055830.html?p=6L1818635832201406F2&ArxangelRC&cur_warehouse=CN And it is a beast on 4S, and should have enough thrust on 3S too!
I think it should! Just make sure you are not moving too quickly, and flare it just before it enters the grass to kill some more speed... should be OK though if done properly!
Hi, you can mount pretty much any action camera on the plane with the necessary motivation! :) I would put it on the canopy, simple and easy, and it was made for that exact purpose! :)
You can put that camera inside the fuselage at the front. There is an opening for a camera there right in the centre, and it is not the two small air inlets on the sides.
Oh boy, both planes are quite different! Actually I would still get both of them because the can suite different purposes! What would you want to do with them?
I want to mount my fatshark pan/tilt/roll system for the fpv camera and go semi long range on 5.8ghz, up to maybe 5-7km, and enjoy the view. Not going to use hd-cameras.
I think for that the Ranger would easily get the job done... but so will the Clouds, although at a higher cost! If you are looking at a budget... I would go with the Ranger (goo.gl/hRyLbC), a lot less likely to have issues if you get the CG wrong.
This was so long ago that I don't remember to be honest! :D
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Hi. My list of devices to setup the Volantex Ranger 1600 V757-7 1600mm Wingspan EPO FPV Aircraft RC Airplane PNP: 1 FrSky ACCST Taranis X9D PLUS 16CH 2.4GHz Transmitter Mode2, 1 FrSky X8R 8/16CH Full Duplex Telemetry With New Antenna,1 FrSky 40A Smart Port Current Ampere Sensor FAS-40 Sport,1 Frsky S.PORT GPS Sensor V2 X8R X6R X4R Compatible for RC Airplane and 1 Volantex Xpilot AX601 6-Axis Flight Controller Stabilizer. Can you give me your improvement suggestions? Thanks very much. Regards
Plane and radio set is all fine, but all these sensors and that Xpilot can be replaced by a proper autopilot, for I guess about the same money, with much better results! Like I already said, the Vector is one option, the other option is the MFD AP: goo.gl/wXC4LV
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Thanks for your feedback. FrSky 40A Smart Port Current Ampere Sensor FAS-40 Sport + Frsky S.PORT GPS Sensor V2 + Volantex Xpilot AX601 6-Axis Flight Controller Stabilizer = 70€!!! Without doubt, I have a long way in acquiring the equipment and knowledge to be able to implement these devices. At this moment, I have reached my limit of investment capacity, I have to readjust the project. I'm writing your suggestions, all of them good, for the next step. But considering the 5 km as the goal for the Volantex Ranger 1600 V757-7 1600mm, I still do not even have an FPV image system chosen and RC Controller. What should I buy on Bang Good's site to implement at least this fundamental aspect? I have the list of purchases on this site, at this moment, due to logistics and costs, these equipments will have to arrive in Angola and it is not simple to assure this necessity in addition to the high costs of transportation and others ...
Well... for radio you can get this: goo.gl/HqThcf and initially the receiver can be this: goo.gl/76N7Sf If you are willing to do some reading, you can go for the Mini Pix flight controller, it is a pretty good deal: goo.gl/nfX1Sp and when it comes to a video system, most micro 600mW Vtxs will do: goo.gl/TgRx8u and as for camera... at the very least something like this: goo.gl/KqmpHB for the ground you can use the goggles you asked about, should work OK, and you could invest in some good antennas, for the vtx on the plane a Pagoda is a very good option: goo.gl/MsJEjL and on the ground on the goggles you absolutely must have a directional antenna: goo.gl/H4ugPD ! As for the plane itself, you mentioned you already have a Bix3, I would say that should do well enough to get you started! :)
Good old self-adhesive velcro! :) hobbyking.com/en_us/polyester-velcro-peel-n-stick-self-adhesive-v-strong-1mtr.html?affiliate_code=HDHKDJZJULGAXSG&_asc=2528810348
To be completely honest I do prefer a plane without a landing gear, because often I fly at places where I can't land with a LG, so a belly lander with a plastic fuselage would be more than welcome! :) Not a sailplane... just an FPV platform.
Still the best in 2021!
Haha, thank you! :)
As having a few close calls myself with the notorious Raptor V2, I am so glad Volantex did there homework by listening to your past reviews on there platforms Such a superb review and glad they fixed both the tip stall issue and the motor angle. That narrow profile is also quite interesting .. seems like the new fad.
Not sure if its a new fad, but it may add to the overall efficiency improvements on this plane that could end up flying well over 1 hour! :)
@@ArxangelRC 1+ hour😱... On what battery set up!
@@ricardopr54 A LiIon battery should be able to get you there quite easily!
@@ArxangelRC Thanks for your response!...
I have a Quanum Observer FPV Plane (Volantex Ranger EX Clone) and fly her with a 4S 10,000mah battery. I haven't gone for a super long lasting flight yet, but I've been reaching a little over 30 minutes easily... Again I haven't test yet how much longer would I be able to keep her flying because It scares me to think on losing her due to a lost of power, lol...
Here is a 7 mile flight with her...I hope that you like it!
Watch "7 Mile FPV Flight to the Douglas, AZ Border Patrol Station Nov 5, 2016" on UA-cam
ua-cam.com/video/HUlo8xz3ZJY/v-deo.html
Have a great evening! Greetings from Douglas, Arizona 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🇵🇷🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🇵🇷
As a beginner, I don't really like this as a first plane (although, the plastic fuselage is super durable and the wings are pretty tough as well), but man this thing is heavy and made to feel even heavier because when you toss it in the air it feels even heavier because of the that 2 meter wing span. Once it get's in the air it flies great (at least for a beginner like me). I also have the ZOHD Dart 250g and the ZOHD Drift. Of the three, I think the Drift is the easiest for a beginner to learn on, especially if you go the Kopilot Lite and VC400 combination. All of the guys with years of experience flying planes will tell you to trim the plane in manual mode 1st before putting a flight controller and FPV system. If you already know how to fly LOS in manual mode, then that probably works well. If you're new to planes, you don't even know how to fly. If you launch in manual mode and don't know how to fly, you are going to crash and crash bad ( a lot),. For me going the kopilot route, took some of the guesswork out of getting into the air in the 1st place (and back down). It gave me a chance at learning how to fly before I tried to put it into manual mode to trim it out. The other thing for a beginner is that it is super easy for you to get disoriented flying LOS or just lose your plane in a blink of the eye. Again, that is where the KOPILOT helped out. I could try flying LOS and then if I got in trouble, I could hit the RTH switch and save it. Still not great at LOS, but I'm better. Clearly this is not the path for everyone, but coming from quads to fixed wing................I'm sure that I'm not the only one confused when they make the jump over to fixed wing
Well I do agree... between this one and the Drift, the Drift is the beginner model to go for, no question about it! KoPilot does help greatly, and its ease of setup is quite useful! :)
Hi, are you using a flight controller? Looking to setup way points to auto pilot.
Great informative video. Wasn't sure what plane to move to for my FPV platform from my Firstar 1600 but think I now know, Volantex Ranger 2000 al the way !! Keep up the good work.
Thanks mate! Yeah, the Ranger 2000 is a great platform, good also for beginners! Will be getting mine back in the air very soon! :)
@@ArxangelRC Not sure you mean good for beginner flying FPV or LOS? I'm new to this hobby, my flying site near the sea very windy toptravels.vn/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/doi-cat-vang-mui-ne-1024x683.jpg
looking for 1st pusher plane (avoid props broken every crash easily compare with puller) big size & wingspan(stable in high wind), high wing aspect ratio( hard to stall) and low wing loading( slow fly). So, do you recommend this model for a very 1st time pilot, to fly line of sight in high wind? Thanks for sharing this video.
... another beautiful flight! Thank you for posting!
Thank you for watching! :)
I just received mine and the weather was good for flying but they didn't include the prop mount so I have to wait patiently until Banggood send me a replacement. One thing I did find after the build was that with two 2200mAh batteries mounted one in front of the other gave perfect balance. I mght end up connecting them in series to get longer flight time as the 2200 is my favorite battery and I have a few of them. The only disadvantage of this is that the second battery as additional weight is rather far back - a lighter weight in the nose would be better.
You mean in parallel? Yeah, it usually does need a bit more weight than advertised to balance properly! :)
ArxangelRC yes of course I mean parallel - I failed my physics A level exam lol
Hahahaha, no worries! :) Yeah, parallel should do just fine!
Nice review. Looks like a nice FPV platform. If it was mine, I'd put spoilers or an air brake on it. Looking fwd to when u convert this to FPV with head turn.
Well this plane is pretty old now, and I no longer have it. :)
Great review man. These are some welcome changes for an already great bird.
Thanks, they sure are!
You mention the glide when landing, i have same issue with my Ranger 1600! try to land and it just carries on another 100ft, think flaps with elevator mixing would help, you should post this video in the new facebook volantex group
Haha, yeah, these are floaty! Yes, will share all the vids I have there... and also there will be more coming very soon! :)
What motors props and esc types and specs do you use for long-range FPV on this plane and please advise me on the kv number and prop size combinations you use in long range FPV
Thing is... I never did get to fly this for long range! Depends on the voltage you want to be with, but 4S worked very well with the stock motor!
Great review I really enjoyed that! I had the original white Firstar Raptor with roughly 1400mm and wasn't a big fan of it even after I replaced most of the internals. it always felt too heavy for its stubby wings.
Thanks! Actually the smaller wing on the V1 was 1.6m, but in my experience it handled a bit better than the 2m wing at 2.5kgs AUW... weird! :)
Thanks for a great review!
You are welcome! :)
Great test clip. Thanks for the heads up on which option to choose. Better parts & you spend the money once.
I am glad it has helped you! :)
Really like all your videos and all the the info they contain. Also like your Logo decals and wanted to know if they can be purchased. Thanks
Hi, thank you! Drop me a message on Facebook and we can talk!
Thank you for providing this excellent review! I'm new to RC planes and FPV, but after watching several hours of YT vids on all kinds of planes I feel I am ready to buy this one. As of today Banggood offers the Volantex Ranger 2000 Kit for $99US and the PNP for only $30 more. One of the recommended parts Banggood lists is a Volantex Xpilot AX601 6-Axis Flight Controller Stabilizer. Is this something you would recommend yourself? How would a Flight Control Stabilizer benefit this plane, if at all?
You do not need the stabiliser if you have ANY flight experience including simulator.
Hope your flying experience has been amazing. Update us!
Wouldn't recommend this one anymore... it has some issues, and there are much more advanced stuff now! Also, like Nick said... you don't need a stabiliser if you have any experience on a simulator!
@@ArxangelRC I have plenty of experience on the Real Flight simulator with drones and a bunch of different planes. I will forego the stabilizer. Thank you for your reply!
@@rango_unchained :)
@@nickhayley I found your comment LOL. This model looks stable enough to fly without any stablizer help. Also fpv flight, the video record look like it took with gimbal.
Congratulations! You just made me buy one
Nice! :)
@@ArxangelRC but i went for 2400mm :D
@@NoPro420 Good choice! I like those better than the 2000s!
@@ArxangelRC yesss and i needed the aded range and battery bay! Because i autopilot these planes trough the swiss alps :) whatch on instagram - mr.nopro
NICE!!!! Best of luck with that! Awesome project!
Very good video, sounds like this may be my next plane. Thank you for making a good video
You are welcome! I also love the Ranger 2000, Volantex have really improved from the previous model! :)
Thankyou for your reply, i think i will get the ranger 1600
Sounds good! :)
Hey, let me know what you think of this plane after the new car smell is gone. A comparison of the fpv models you have flown. Thanks. Great videos as always.
Thanks! It will be a while before the new smell is gone because I still haven't had time to put a new motor and ESC on it and try to improve efficiency, but I hope soon will have the time. In any case, there will be an update so you will know. :)
@@ArxangelRC surely after 2 years you can give us the update!
@@nickhayley Well that would assume I've had the time and ability to fly it more... which I haven't sadly... because there are always new projects on the horizon... so I am always moving on to something new after a short while!
@@ArxangelRC Bugger!
@@nickhayley Yeah... one of the drawbacks of doing this full time... can't concentrate on any one model for long!
great review. would love to buy the new wing join system - looks like it would fit my phoenix 2k :)
Also - do you think one could buy just the fuselage? I have a spare phoenix 2k wings that look like they would fit ;-)
I have not seen the fuselage sold separately anywhere, but the plane is a relatively new model, so at some point spare parts may appear! For now I think your best bet would be to contact Volantex/Exhobby directly and ask them for the fuselage, I think they can send it... but not sure how much shipping would be on something like this.
Impressive plane and review, you just made my mind to order one, now I can barely wait to receive mine !
Hehe, you will not regret it. :)
Excellent description and video.
Thank you! :)
Would any of the Volantex Rangers make suitable trainers? I thinking the Ranger 2000. What's it's glide like and is there any ability to ride a thermal?
Do you have any other suggestions?
Actually the Ranger 2000, especially when kept light... is an outstanding flyer and I think would do great for thermalling!
I'm in no position to be getting back into big fixed wing planes... not at all... _BUT IF I WAS..._
This plane
As big a prop as it will take without nipping into foam
I'm thinkin' a 1500 - 1600kv motor
Nip the curled part of the wingtips off, leaving them straight as possible
Dragonlink long range controller or whatever passes for best these days
Long range high power vtx and a VERY low light camera to match it. HD if possible. Starvis or similar for sure, especially with the 3d noise reduction to combat low light noise
Probably 4S with huuuuuge capacity, edging toward the weight limits of the plane but not overboard
Work it over at the nose end to give a clear bubble housing a pan and tilt assy for the cam
Full on OSD system with GPS
Mayyyyybe a little gyro stabilization either in the control surfaces or the cam itself to cut wobble from turbulence
Ohhhhh how I miss my fixed wing planes, crack of dawn with dew all over the grass, a touch of cold breeze in the air and the morning buzzards just starting to circle overhead. Such good times. :-)
Well this one is plastic... so foam nipping wouldn't be a problem! Everything else... that would be quite custom! :) Approaching the weight limit... might be better off launching it with a bungee! :) Yes... definitely seems like you are NOT getting back into planes.
@@ArxangelRC I'm not getting back into planes because I don't have the area for it, no other reason. Believe me, if I did, I'd be out there right now flying a heavily modded version of that plane or a similar one. Got a 55+ mph, 1.5 mile range modded FPV EasyStar gathering dust on the drone shelf right now. Lots and lots of flight hours on that one, lots of records broken. It's only the modern intolerance for RC aircraft that keeps me off the fields, that and people that like to tell other people their business.
I see... well yes... that does suck... the world is going to sh*t!!!
Just when I think (again) no more planes... you go and do this review which now forces me to buy one. Well, I nearly got the raptor except Bang would not ship it to Australia, so maybe they will with this one. Anyway thanks again for another great review, and expanding my excessive collection by just one more..
Haha, thank you! :)
Truth be told... there is no such thing as "no more planes"... I've tried it... doesn't work! Right now I am trying to sell all of the old models I no longer fly, so I can make room for the new ones... there is just no option to stop getting new stuff... I hate this new globalized economy... :D
ArxangelRC you're spot on right there. Well, I just completed purchase on bang and, they not only had it in stock, but shipped it to Australia! Now I just hope it survives their legendary lack of packing for post..
Cheers.
Well, as expected Banggood inflicted another huge FAIL on me, after taking my money, they failed to ship and then demanded another $76 for extra shipping ( I had already paid extra required for ems shipping), and considering they do not know how to pack items for shipping and most planes get damaged as a result, I rejected their demand and requested a full refund... time will tell. I now have to find another more reputable seller who will not try to extort money on shipping.
Not possible with Ebay, so the hunt continues..
Perhaps Aliexpress? Not a lot of places have this plane yet! I hope that will change soon enough! :) That sounds like a harsh deal for sure!
Hi Nikola, Does the stock motor and esc handle 4s?
The stock motor does, and it is quite efficient... but I wouldn't count on the ESC for much though!
would you recommend this for a longe range build running frsky r9mm?
Sure, it should work! :)
Very nice video review. Thanks
Glad you like it. :)
Thanks to your review I am flying this plane since 3 months. Launch is always tricky but manageable. Do you recommend an 8x8 prop ?
I did try an 8x8 prop at some point, and it was surprisingly good to be honest! Doesn't hurt to try it and see if it works for you!
Great work thanks
Thanks!
Very nice
Thanks! :)
Hello, maybe you have an idea whether i can use the ranger 2000 wings on ranger 1600 fuselage?
Hey, yes you can! 1600 and 2000 fuselages are the same, the 2400 fuselage is larger, so they won't fit on that one, but the 2000 and 1600 would be good.
Great review, but I was wondering if you think a GoPro 3 would fit in the center port hole at the front of the fuselage? Thanks again.
Sadly it will not! Possibly a GoPro Session might be fitter in there with some cutting.
Can you make a shopping list for the components you'd recommend with the kit? Servos, motor...
Hi, OK here is a quick list:
1. For servos I've been trusting Corona for years now and they have never let me down: goo.gl/JHYynd
2. For the motor I don't have much experience with 3S motors, but I have done one test years ago with this motor goo.gl/BSAE7b and a 10" prop on the Raptor, and it had some nice efficiency.
3. For ESC I love HobbyWing stuff, and this one goo.gl/if9aYz works great. It is sold as copter ESC, but works perfectly well on planes, though you will not have a low voltage cutoff, so keep an eye on the battery.
4. I would also put an external UBEC to power those servos, especially considering the above ESC doesn't have an integrated one: goo.gl/vtEKBj
Keep up the awesome work !
Thanks mate! :)
Any word on a twin Ranger 2X? Last I saw was at a trade show about a year ago. Was really looking forward to that version as it seems like feedback provided by yourself and others would be included and the twin would allow for more useful load.
Sadly Volantex have decided agains going forward with the Ranger X2, BUT they did say they will make a completely new design twin tractor plane.
Any advice on where to start with deflection? I can't find anything in the manual. Thanks Arx!
I use full servo travel! :)
@@ArxangelRC YOLO lol
I'm setting this up with arduplane. What would you say is the best speed for long range (minimum amps) and the absolute lowest speed. Thank you
Absolute lowest speed would be your stall speed. Depending on how heavy the plane is it could slow down to around 35km/h safely, though I would try to keep it above 40km/h just to be safe! As for cruise speed... 50-60 in a windless environment is close to what is normal for this plane.
hello friend !!! can you please tell me if it is possible to put a motor 2814 / 1100kv for 4s on a ranger 2000 ??? if so what propeller do you use ???
Well... should be possible to install the motor, and the propeller will be determined by the space available at the back... stock is 8"... I can't recall if there was enough space to use a 9" one!
how many kv brushes and battery cells do you use?
4S and you could use 800-900Kv motors.
A clasical on you!!
Thanks
Hi! I'm worried about the signal range in the RTF package. According to my local dealer it should do up to 600 meters. But after having seen your video I strongly doubt that. Have you heard anything about that people have range problems with the RTF?
Honestly, other than the set I got from Volantex, up until now I've never seen this elsewhere!
Great Review! Cheers!
Thank you! :)
Damn that was a great review! makes me want to get another pusher plane to fly over the beach! my wing is just to fast for beach flying i will kill birds 😢 lol
Hahaha, yeah, this one certainly can slow down if kept light! :)
ArxangelRC yeah that's what i like, Birds will have a chance to survive lol
I hope they do. :D
ArxangelRC If not i promise to give them a proper burial at sea with flowers and stuff 😜 lol
Hahaha, that sounds good too!
I wanted the Raptor V2. Question please, for a Volatex sailplane 1.6/2.6 what prop would be good for LR or stay with stock. And am I crazy that I think it may be fine in the 1.6 configuration for LR as it cuts through the air a little cleaner.
Well... with the stock motor you might as well stick with the stock prop, although sailplane...? Are we talking about the glider?
@@ArxangelRC Yes, The evolution. I won't go through the effort of changing the motor but want to get the best distance possible so may change the prop if it could help. Maybe I'll have to test if the 1.6 meter wing span is at all efficient in a straight line run as the 2.6 meter. Maybe it has plenty lift and less drag.
Well... I guess if you are going to be running 3S, you could go about 1" larger on the prop... should give you a bit more thrust and perhaps 1" higher on the pitch as well... for a bit more speed... might improve things efficiency wise!
Is the Kit-Version even available in Europe?
Seems to be available in the UK: www.banggood.com/Volantex-Ranger-2000-V757-8-2000mm-Wingspan-EPO-FPV-Aircraft-RC-Airplane-KIT-p-1151698.html?UA-cam&ArxangelRC&p=6L1818635832201406F2
3years later, is this still state of the art, or is there something newer, better on the horizon? I would like to replace my ASW28 as is does not perform as well as I want.
Cheers
Nik
I'd suggest the Phoenix 2400... awesome plane, and you'd keep the ASW form factor! www.banggood.com/Volantex-759-3-Phoenix-2400-2400mm-Wingspan-EPO-RC-Glider-Airplane-PNP-p-1375577.html?UA-cam&ArxangelRC&p=6L1818635832201406F2
@@ArxangelRC It's a nice plane for sure but the Prop in the Front is a NoGo.
And on the ASW it is not in front? :P
@@ArxangelRC It is, but I Don't use the ASW for FPV, did not purchase it for FPV.
I bought the ASW for two reasons; A to replace my Graupner Bussard (which outperformed the ASW, and I am an idiot for selling it)and B as a good-looking airplane that can go kinda fast and does Loops and Rolls.
Turns out the ASW is neither that great for thermalsoaring nor Rolls or Speed.
We are not talking about Hotlinerspeed, just Warmliner speed.
Haha, right... well I have never been one to do much thermalling or slopesoaring... so can't really comment on that... ASW and Phoenix are about the only gliders I've had!
How good Will it work with 3s 10000mah battery
Well... could be... but I wouldn't go lower than 4S, though I suppose if you don't have anything else... 3S should work too... just might need a stronger toss!
I will probably use 10000mah 4s then
But it won’t be nose heavy with that right?
Well that would depend on what you have in the plane, and how much of it is mounted behind the CG point! Add enough weight to the tail and you can balance it even with a brick in there!
Question for every long-range veteran: What kind of radio do you use? I normally fly drones, I'm thinking of getting an X9D plus for long range planes but I'm not entirely sure if I'll need all the switches on it. How many switches do you need? These functions come to mind:
Throttle, ailerons, rudder and elevator, flaps: 5ch done by the two gimbals and a switch for flaps
Flight mode, camera switch is another 2ch, both controlled by switches
Then 2ch controlled by potentiometers for pan and tilt
Maybe landing lights with another switch if I wanna get real fancy
Am I missing out on something crucial here? Because I won't need an X9D plus for these functions, a Qx7 will do for this. Is there anything I'm missing? Thanks in advance!
I think the Q X7 is also 16 channel, if need be so you should be OK with it as well. I use the X9D for long range with a 5db (goo.gl/zuwlrN) antenna mod and an L9R receiver (goo.gl/C7Y525) on the plane. So far I have been out to 22kms (ua-cam.com/video/XY4ZeXYK138/v-deo.html) without loosing signal. On my Clouds I am using all 9 channels of the receiver - ailerons, elevator, throttle rudder, mode change, gimbal pan, gimbal tilt, gimbal modes, video switch. No flaps on that one thankfully! Otherwise I wouldn't have been able to use the L9R receiver.
Thanks so much for your reply, mate! The QX7 is indeed 16 channel, but it has less buttons and switches than the X9D so I was worried about the convenience it offers. Performance wise in terms of channels and range it should be the same though, but I can't confirm that 100%.
And your video about the L9R rage test is crazy, I didn't know that was possible on 2.4Ghz! Guess I'll try the L9R before I get an EZUHF!
PS: I think you would still be able to use the L9R for up to 12 channels, you just need a flight controller that works with SBUS. If I understand it correctly, the receiver takes in up to 12 channels of info coming from the radio, then encodes it digitally and forwards that information through just one of the servo ports. If you're using a flight controller that can read such an SBUS signal (the Vector can do it) it will then split the signal to up to 12 conventional channels again.
Yes, I know it can move 12 chanels, but I am using a micro APM in the Clouds and it can only receive 8 chanels via CPPM, so I have the receiver connected to it via an SBUS to CPPM converter. I have the 9th channel coming directly from the receiver, the others are passthru the flight controller! The receiver has only 9 PWM outputs... so there is my limit. :)
As for the range, an LRS system will always give you more range more easily, as it doesn't suffer so much from frees and bushes getting a bit in the way of the line of sight... but so far I am super happy with the performance of the Taranis and L9R and will keep using it.
I see! If you used a Vector instead of the micro APM it should work, right? If so, that's what I might do!
If the Vector can take SBUS and then do a channel pass thru for some of the input channels, then it should work fine! :)
You helped me very much with my Raptor V2, but decided to give up on it due to the stall caracteristics making it dangerous to fpv without airspeed indicator.
But what should I get now?
The 1600mm version of the raptor looks nice but should I get the 2000mm for long range fpv or something else alltogether?
You mean the 1600mm version of the Ranger? goo.gl/bur4Yo
The 2000mm version would certainly generate more lift and would be easier to equip it with FPV and still keep it light and nimble. goo.gl/hRyLbC
ArxangelRC Alright thank you very much I ll go with the 2000 then! I have also asked a question in your blogspot regarding the elecronics (motors,esc etc.) for long range fpv asking your recomendation, could you check it up or would you like to post the question here instead?
No worries, I will respond there, just need some more time for that, and I just came back from travelling, and am going to bed now, will get my reply tomorrow! :)
No worries take your time, thanks again!
Yo, indeed that plane is great. I just received mine and had made it Long range - 9000mah 21700 on stock motor. It flies great like real plane, slope soars even with all 1.8 weight and overshoots landings 100/100.
The bad thing is that I get a lot of propwash at the rudder and it makes all the tail to vibrate, visible trough fpv cam. Prop pitch dependant but present down to 8x3.5. How you solved that on you other ruder pushers?
Best,
Interesting... that is the first time I see somebody complain from something like this on this plane! Didn't know it was an issue! What performance problems does this cause? I've seen the tail vibrate when I throttle up on take off... but haven't really thought of it as a problem...
@@ArxangelRC Except the jello in fpv feed and maybe strange feeling elevator, nothing more. Some hi-tech supports were installed, adding rigidity on horizontal and vertical stabilizer joint (read bamboo sticks and tape).
It's a lot better now, no jello. So smooth, feels like piloting a full scale, especially on cruise and landings.
@@oneistar6661 Hahahahahahaha, yeah... those bamboo sticks are helpful in certain situations! Been there! Glad it is an improvement, though I can't say I've ever seen issues in the video feed due to that... but anyway, nice that you fixed it!
@@oneistar6661 did you use 3s or 4s?
@@marciocardenas9337 4s all the way. Since my last post I changed the motor, servos and put pan on FPV camera. It's great plane, vibrations were from the stock motor.
Hi ,can I ask you a question please at 2:11 is that always needed for this model?
Can I ask ask what you did there?You moved the position of the prop?
ty.
This is a good idea for every model! Yes, I moved the position of the prop relative to the motor, to try and find the spot where the motor and prop will vibrate the least when spinning!
@@ArxangelRC Hi thank you very much for the time I appreciate the information.
Good information too I have one volantex and going to order this same model.
I will do that and remember to check that forsure.Thank you very much for the reply..I still havent flown my other one but im setting it all up..ty!
@@dragonmodel9262 You are welcome mate! Good luck with the build! :)
@@ArxangelRC hey thanks I hope its a fun time.I was going to try long range not too much though ty again .
@@dragonmodel9262 :)
It's time for my aging multiplex easystar-2 to retire..😄
Sounds like a good plan. :)
I have a question about this plane. It's somewhere around 1100g when it flies? I want to build the kit version but the plane looks locked in to a tiny 8" propeller and at most a 28mm wide motor? I can throw on a triple-bladed propeller but there is really no motor that stands out that would give a strong amount of thrust on 3S I want to use a 3S 5200mah battery in it. Any ideas?
Thanks,
-Steve
Hi, I am sort of a fan of the SunnySky motors... something in the 1250-1400Kv range should do just fine for the Ranger 2000. Another option would be HobbyKing's SK3 series motors in the same Kv range. If I am not mistaken I have this motor on my Ranger, the 1250Kv version: www.banggood.com/SunnySky-X2814-900KV-1000KV-1100KV-1250KV-Outrunner-Brushless-Motor-p-1055830.html?p=6L1818635832201406F2&ArxangelRC&cur_warehouse=CN
And it is a beast on 4S, and should have enough thrust on 3S too!
Thanks for letting me know about this.
You are welcome! :)
Does it have the same wings as Phoenix 2000 v2?
Yes!
Hi just wondering would it be ok to land in 1m grass?
I think it should! Just make sure you are not moving too quickly, and flare it just before it enters the grass to kill some more speed... should be OK though if done properly!
Can you mount a gopro in this plane for fpv, if so where would you mount it? Love the video, thanks.
Hi, you can mount pretty much any action camera on the plane with the necessary motivation! :) I would put it on the canopy, simple and easy, and it was made for that exact purpose! :)
Where then would I put the fpv camera, in those little port holes in the nose of the airplane? Sorry but I'm a noob with fpv, thanks.
You can put that camera inside the fuselage at the front. There is an opening for a camera there right in the centre, and it is not the two small air inlets on the sides.
The 757-3 has much more interior volume. Room for two 6-s lipo's. the mid wing mount design look's very weak compared to the 757-3.
Actually it has proven to be quite adequate!
@@ArxangelRC Small payload area makes u look small time.
@@bushpilot4234 What?
If you would get this plane or the XUAV Clouds, which would you choose and why?
Oh boy, both planes are quite different! Actually I would still get both of them because the can suite different purposes! What would you want to do with them?
I want to mount my fatshark pan/tilt/roll system for the fpv camera and go semi long range on 5.8ghz, up to maybe 5-7km, and enjoy the view. Not going to use hd-cameras.
I think for that the Ranger would easily get the job done... but so will the Clouds, although at a higher cost! If you are looking at a budget... I would go with the Ranger (goo.gl/hRyLbC), a lot less likely to have issues if you get the CG wrong.
Thanks!
Do you get both red and blue decals?
This was so long ago that I don't remember to be honest! :D
Hi. My list of devices to setup the Volantex Ranger 1600 V757-7 1600mm Wingspan EPO FPV Aircraft RC Airplane PNP: 1 FrSky ACCST Taranis X9D PLUS 16CH 2.4GHz Transmitter Mode2, 1 FrSky X8R 8/16CH Full Duplex Telemetry With New Antenna,1 FrSky 40A Smart Port Current Ampere Sensor FAS-40 Sport,1 Frsky S.PORT GPS Sensor V2 X8R X6R X4R Compatible for RC Airplane and 1 Volantex Xpilot AX601 6-Axis Flight Controller Stabilizer. Can you give me your improvement suggestions? Thanks very much. Regards
Plane and radio set is all fine, but all these sensors and that Xpilot can be replaced by a proper autopilot, for I guess about the same money, with much better results! Like I already said, the Vector is one option, the other option is the MFD AP: goo.gl/wXC4LV
Thanks for your feedback. FrSky 40A Smart Port Current Ampere Sensor FAS-40 Sport + Frsky S.PORT GPS Sensor V2 + Volantex Xpilot AX601 6-Axis Flight Controller Stabilizer = 70€!!! Without doubt, I have a long way in acquiring the equipment and knowledge to be able to implement these devices. At this moment, I have reached my limit of investment capacity, I have to readjust the project. I'm writing your suggestions, all of them good, for the next step. But considering the 5 km as the goal for the Volantex Ranger 1600 V757-7 1600mm, I still do not even have an FPV image system chosen and RC Controller. What should I buy on Bang Good's site to implement at least this fundamental aspect? I have the list of purchases on this site, at this moment, due to logistics and costs, these equipments will have to arrive in Angola and it is not simple to assure this necessity in addition to the high costs of transportation and others ...
Well... for radio you can get this: goo.gl/HqThcf and initially the receiver can be this: goo.gl/76N7Sf
If you are willing to do some reading, you can go for the Mini Pix flight controller, it is a pretty good deal: goo.gl/nfX1Sp and when it comes to a video system, most micro 600mW Vtxs will do: goo.gl/TgRx8u and as for camera... at the very least something like this: goo.gl/KqmpHB for the ground you can use the goggles you asked about, should work OK, and you could invest in some good antennas, for the vtx on the plane a Pagoda is a very good option: goo.gl/MsJEjL and on the ground on the goggles you absolutely must have a directional antenna: goo.gl/H4ugPD ! As for the plane itself, you mentioned you already have a Bix3, I would say that should do well enough to get you started! :)
Hello, nice review. How do you fix the camera at the end of the wing?
Good old self-adhesive velcro! :) hobbyking.com/en_us/polyester-velcro-peel-n-stick-self-adhesive-v-strong-1mtr.html?affiliate_code=HDHKDJZJULGAXSG&_asc=2528810348
ArxangelRC Thank a lot :)
You are welcome! :)
Dimension ???
Of the plane? There are specifications in the product listing, the link for which is in the description under the video, or in my blog post about it!
Can someone please Referrer me to an fpv cit thank you
If "cit" is supposed to mean "site", I do a lot of shopping over at BG (goo.gl/tbAo2K).
This guy talk very similar than Captain Joe
I've heard that before! :)
It's really a over sized bixler
Hahaha, could be! But it is HUGE! :)
Nice glider though.
This is not meant to carry such a heavy load! But I have to say... you are wrong about the wing mount! It feels solid as a rock! :)
Good! But it is still a glider w/ motor. I just need more room in the fuselage for payload's. I also use a gimbal and thermal cam.
The I might suggest you try the EVE-2000 (goo.gl/zg2oEc). It can have a landing gear mounted on it, and has tons of space on the inside.
Thank's will check it out now I have subscribed.
Thanks mate! Best of luck! :)
I hate this motor glider. The Big Ranger line is superior.
Don't be so harsh on the model! This is in a different class, it is not meant to compete or replace the Ranger EX! Just adds to the product line! :)
U are right of course! I like the CF rod's in the wing. But the fuselage is to narrow. And no landing gear. It is a sailplane I guess?
To be completely honest I do prefer a plane without a landing gear, because often I fly at places where I can't land with a LG, so a belly lander with a plastic fuselage would be more than welcome! :) Not a sailplane... just an FPV platform.
Sound's like a good idea. It is nice to hand launch once in a while. Nice video.
Thank you! :)
Boring monotone narration !
If you don't like it go some place else.
Well... it is what it is! :P