How many channels?

[Herr Fritz]

Cool thanks guys!

There are also a few vids on utube on improving that transmitter.

[bigford]

i dont know if i like my thousand dollar tank being controled
by a cheap @$$ off brand radio. some thing are best to
stay with name brand..
ford chevy not yugo or le' car

[Herr Fritz]

Normally I would agree with you in a big way but at least I am not sending a loved project over 100 feet in the air only to crash and burn while using a cheap transmitter.

In my case I only paid 50.00 for my 1st HL Tiger ( almost new in the box ), got the second Tiger and plus extra goodies free because a buddy moved over to 1/6th scale.

Other than the steel gears, a Tamiya recoil unit and a Tamiya control system that I hope to get soon....I have only invested about 150.00 in my upgrade so far, mostly because I'm fairly good with basic electronics and a seasoned model builder....BUT MOSTLY because I have been unemployed for almost one year.....so I figure a lessor transmitter system would be fine to start with.

There are ways to be frugal and still get decent results.

NOTE: I have read a few reviews on that 9ch ....after some minor tweaking plenty of Helo and Fly guys like it....so its gotta be good for Tanks.

Its all fun!

[Reaper332]

Theres nothing wrong with the turnigy gear mine works fine as does serveral guys in my tank club who also use it.
Ken

[Saxondog]

Just picked the first tank Tiger full option,specs from Tamiya America info. Seems the guys have given you the best information.

http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/catego ... b-id=33000
pecs and Features
1/16 scale R/C tank assembly kit.
Includes Aluminum Gun Barrel and Item 49209 1/16 German Tiger I Early Production Photo-Etched Grille Set.
The following parts are included to depict a Tiger I as it was deployed to the North African desert: Mantlet, Air Cleaners, Hatch Underside, Commander Figure and Decals.
Includes DMD Control Unit and DMD Multi-Function Unit to enable realistic tank movement.
Pre-assembled gearboxes with type 380 motors provide ample power to maneuver the tank.
Torsion bar spring suspension is combined with pre-assembled track, providing realistic maneuverability.
Requires 4-channel transmitter with self-neutral function (Futaba Attack T4VWD is recommended), battery pack, and batteries for transmitter (sold separately).
Not compatible with radio systems that have digital trims. Trims must be analog for the DMD unit to operate correctly. Note: 4-channel transmitter with analog trims, 7.2 volt battery and charger, modeling glue, Tamiya TS spray paint or Acrylic paints needed to complete the model.

[Herr Fritz]

Thanks ken.

Wow that Tiger kit looks good thanks for sharing Blake.

[Reaper332]

No probs mate,
Ken

[caddyshack]

Not compatible with radio systems that have digital trims. Trims must be analog for the DMD unit to operate correctly.

Thats is just total rubbish...they work just fine.

[Herr Fritz]

Where did that quote come from?

[maxmekker]

Not compatible with radio systems that have digital trims. Trims must be analog for the DMD unit to operate correctly.

Thats is just total rubbish...they work just fine.

I to read that somewhere that you ned analog trims for the dm unit. Nice to se someone using the dx7.
But Caddy.
would you be so kind to give a brief tutorial to the dm unit+dx7 as I to have one for my trex500, and are getting into tanks again( probably getting the tamiya KT). Not having to get a cheap hobbyking, ore find a used dx5 would be great, thanks