Product Announcements & Thunder Power RC News June 25, 2007

Thunder Power RC Launches The Most Powerful Micro Helicopter Available; The Extreme 450

Thunder Power Extreme 450 3D RC HelicopterThunder Power RC will launch the industry’s most exciting and powerful electric-powered 3D micro helicopter at IRCHA 2007 (fall 2007). It is called the Thunder Power eXtreme 450 3D RC Helicopter.

The Thunder Power eXtreme 450 Features

  • Fully capable extreme 3D electric r/c helicopter
  • All metal head and tail
  • Full ball bearings
  • Carbon fiber main frame, gyro tray and battery mount
  • Constant drive tail
  • Thunder Power RC Lithium Polymer (Lipo) Battery

Specifications of the Thunder Power eXtreme 450

  • Length: 26.5″ (660mm)
  • Width: 4.75″ (120mm)
  • Height: 9.0″ (230mm)
  • Main Rotor: 28.25″ (710mm)
  • Tail Rotor: 5.75″ (145mm)

Several models will be available. All will come with high performance motors. The Radical includes a 3800 KV motor. The Competition version uses a 4500 KV motor, and the Pro version comes fitted with a 4900 KV. These all offer outstanding performance.

For lightweight performance, the Extreme 450 CF will feature a simplified carbon fiber main frame, tail shaft, gyro tray and battery mounts. To compliment the high performance of the motors, the top-level performance models will include an all-metal head, metal tail, full ball bearing sets and a constant speed tail drive.

Prices for these top quality helicopters will start at $249.00 for the carbon fiber kits and extend to $599.00 for the almost-ready-to-fly (ARF) kits, which include the new extreme V2 Lithium Polymer (LiPo) battery and 60-amp speed controller. Note that Thunder Power RC will also offer a complete line of spare parts to facilitate rapid repair when necessary.

To highlight the launch of the new Extreme 450 line, Thunder Power RC will give away a gold plated model at IRCHA! Contestants can enter to win at the Thunder Power RC booth. Additionally, David Yost, the industry’s premier canopy painter, will be in Thunder Power’s booth custom painting canopies for give-away prizes.

Thunder Power is known for high performance, high quality, and cutting edge products. The Extreme 450 CF follows in that tradition and is what we consider the Lamborghini of RC helicopters.

More Thunder Power Extreme 450 Information

Where to buy? Draganfly Innovations Inc www.rctoys.com will have the new Thunder Power eXtreme 450 3D RC helicopters once they become available. Keep tuned.

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Product Announcements & Thunder Power RC News June 22, 2007

Sneak Peek at the New Thunder Power eXtreme 450 3D Electric RC Helicopters Available in 2007

Thunder Power eXtreme 450 3D Electric RC Heli

Breaking RC Helicopter news: Get it at www.rctoys.com first!

Thunder Power is about to launch the next generation in 3D electric RC helicopters. The Thunder Power eXtreme 450 series of RC helis should be available this fall. Thunder Power says “The Extreme 450 CF is the Lamborghini of micro helicopters”.

The eXtreme 450 3D RC Helicopter will be available in three versions: A high performance/radical version at 3800Kv, a competition version at 4500Kv and a professional version at 4900Kv. The carbon fiber version (eXtreme 450 CF) will feature a simplified carbon fiber tail shaft, main frame, gyro tray and lipo battery mounts. All versions include Thunder Power lipoly batteries, brushless speed controllers (40A or 60A ESCs) and powerful yet efficient electric brushless motors. Of course a full line of eXtreme 450 CF replacement parts and crash kits will be available.

Prices are yet to be announced but will be priced very competitively - especially for all the high-tech parts included.

Thunder Power has always been a world-leader in lithium polymer battery design and recently broke into the electronic speed controller market. This eXtreme 450 RC heli puts all the Thunder Power RC technology to work. Thunder Power calls the eXtreme450 CF “the industry’s most exciting and powerful 3D electric micro helicopter” and will debut the new eXtreme 450 RC helicopter at the 2007 International Radio Controlled Helicopter Association (IRCHA) Jamboree this fall.

Draganfly Innovations Inc is a world leader in specialized electric RC helicopters. Draganfly Innovations Inc is one of Thunder Power’s main distributors. We carry a full line of Thunder Power lithium polymer batteries, chargers, balancers, connectors, wires and the new Thunder Power brushless speed controllers. Keep watching the Draganfly Innovations Inc. Web site www.rctoys.com to find out more about the new Thunder Power eXtreme 450 3D R/C Helicopters due out this fall.

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Product Announcements & Thunder Power RC News June 18, 2007

Thunder Power RC Launches The Industries Most Powerful “Next Generation” 450 RC Helicopter, The Extreme 450

Thunder Power Extreme 450 RC HelicopterJune 18, 2007 (Las Vegas, Nevada) - - Thunder Power RC, the leading Lithium Polymer Battery supplier, is launching the industry’s most exciting and powerful 3D electric micro helicopter. The company will debut the advanced 3D helicopter at this year’s IRCHA Show. Several Extreme 450 models will be available in 2007 and will come with high performance brushless motors that include a 3800Kv (radical version), 4500Kv (competition version) and 4900Kv (pro version). For lightweight performance and aerobatics, the Extreme 450 CF will feature a simplified carbon fiber main frame, tail shaft, gyro tray and battery mounts. To compliment the high performance of the motors, the advanced models will include an all metal head, metal tail, full ball bearings and a constant tail drive.

Prices will start at $249.00 for the Carbon Fiber kits and extend to $599.00 for full ARF kits with a new extreme V2 Lithium Polymer battery and a 40A or a 60A Speed Controller. Thunder Power RC will also introduce a full line of Extreme 450 spare parts at IRCHA.

To highlight the launch of the new Extreme 450 line, Thunder Power RC will be giving away one gold plated Extreme 450 model at IRCHA to the winner of the extreme drawing. Stop by their booth to enter. Also in Thunder Power RC’s IRCHA booth, David Yost, the industry’s premier canopy painter will be painting custom canopies for prize give-a-ways. David will be hosting a one hour seminar sponsored by IRCHA to discuss painting techniques and design.

TP is known for high quality-high performance cutting edge products. The Extreme 450 CF follows in that tradition and is the Lamborghini of micro helicopters.

About Thunder Power RC
Thunder Power RC is a worldwide leader in the Lithium Polymer battery category for hobby helicopters and planes. The company has built a reputation for supplying the most advanced and highest quality batteries, chargers and balancers available. Charlie Wang, President and founder started Thunder Power RC four years ago with the desire to provide the best batteries available to the hobby industry. Since then, Charlie has built Thunder Power RC into an industry leader with distribution throughout the world to hobby and military markets.

via Michael Brown, Thunder Power Marketing Director

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Brushless Motors and ESCs June 11, 2007

Hacker A20 and A30 Electric Brushless Motor Applications For RC Airplanes

Hacker Brushless produces the Hacker A20 and Hacker A30 electric brushless motors are widely used in rc hobby aircraft and helicopter applications. We have rendered a list of rc applications for our Hacker brushless motors. Use this chart when you’re looking for the correct Hacker motor to upgrade your favorite RC airplane, heli, car or truck’s power system. The chart below also lists a compatible Hacker electronic speed controller (ESC) upgrade, a Landing Products APC electric rc airplane propeller and a Thunder Power Lithium Polymer Battery upgrade.

We feel this chart will be useful to you so you can easily find a new Hacker motor and ESC for your favorite plane.

Brand RC
Airplane
Hacker
Brushless Motor
Hacker
ESC
APC
Propeller
Lipo
Battery
RTFW

Efomies.com

  Revolution 3D trainer A20 30 M X12 10X4.7slo TP3S-730 14oz
  Mini Revolution 3D A20 34S X7 8X3.8SLO TP2S-730 7oz
  Equilizer F3A/3D bipe A20 30M X12 9X4.7SLO TP3S-730 9oz

DarrolCady.com

  Foamtana A20 20L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 15oz
  Yak 55 A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 15oz
  Extra 330 A20 20L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 15oz
  Jaknif Bipe A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 16oz

All Shock Flyer’s

  Superstar A20 34S X7 8X3.8SLO TP2S-480 6oz
  Extra330 A20 34S X7 9X3.8SLO TP2S-730 7oz
  Edge A20 34S X7 8X3.8SLO TP2S-480 6oz
  Yak A20 34S X7 9X3.8SLO TP2S-730 8oz
  F3A A20 34S X7 9X3.8SLO TP2S-730 8oz
  Nemisus A20 34S X7 9X3.8SLO TP2S-730 8oz

Troy Built Models

  Extra260 A20 22L X20 10X3.8SLO TP3S-1320 14OZ
  Monte A20 20L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 15OZ

Precision Aerobatics

           
  Mini Katana A20 20L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-2100 23OZ

Insanefoamies.com

  Katana A20 26M X12 9X4.7SLO TP3S-730 10OZ
  Extra A20 26M X12 9X4.7SLO TP3S-730 10OZ
  Edge A20 26M X12 9X4.7SLO TP3S-730 10OZ
  F3a A20 26M X12 9X4.7SLO TP3S-730 10OZ
  Yak54 A20 26M X12 9X4.7SLO TP3S-730 10OZ
  Solara Bipe A20 26M X12 9X4.7SLO TP3S-730 10OZ

Chip Hyde Design

  ForePlay A20 30M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 9OZ
  Raptor Bipe A20 26M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 10OZ

Mountain Models

  EVA Bipe A20 22L X20 11X3.8SLO TP3S-1320 19OZ
  EVA 3D A20 26M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 14OZ
  Etana A20 20L X20 11X3.8SLO TP3S-2100 28OZ
  SmoothE A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 15OZ
  SwitchBack A20 30M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 10OZ
  MiniFlash A20 26M X12 9X4.7SLO TP3S-730 11OZ
  Dandy A20 30M X12 9X3.8SLO TP3S-730 12OZ
  Tantrum A20 26M X12 9X4.7SLO TP3S-730 12OZ
  FlashBack A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 17OZ
  Panic A20 22L X20 10X3.8SLO TP3S-1320 16OZ

Fliton.com

  JumpingJack A20 20L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-2100 21OZ
  Icon312 A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 17OZ
  QuietStorm A30 28S X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-2100 22OZ
  Prodigy3D A20 20L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 19OZ

GreatPlane’s

  Flatana A20 34S X7 8X3.8SLO TP2S-480 7OZ
  CAP580 A20 34S X7 8X3.8SLO TP2S-480 7OZ
  Extra300s A20 34S X7 8X3.8SLO TP2S-480 7OZ
  Turmoil A20 34S X7 9X3.8SLO TP2S-730 9OZ
  Refection A20 30M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 11OZ
  U-Can-DO-3Depp A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 15OZ
  Yak55 3D A20 26M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 12OZ

E-Flite

  Mini Funtana 3D A30 28S X30 10X5APC-E TP3S-2100 24OZ
  Mini Edge A30 28S X30 10X5APC-E TP3S-2100 24OZ
  Tribute A20 26M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 12OZ
  Yak54f A20 26M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 12OZ
  Ultimate Bipe A20 30M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 12OZ
  Tensor 4D A20 30M X12 9X3.8SLO TP3S-730 10OZ

Stevens Aero

  Cap232 40e A30 12XL X40 13X6.5APC-E TP3S-4000 48OZ
  Cap232 s300 A20 20L X20 9X6SLO TP3S-2100 16OZ
  Cap232 Micro A20 34S X7 8X3.8SLO TP2S-480 8OZ
  Distraction A20 34S X7 8X3.8SLO TP2S-480 7OZ
  G-Ride A20 26M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 12OZ
  Stella A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 16OZ
  Grove A30 28S X30 10X5APC-E TP3S-2100 22OZ

ExtreamFlight

  Yak55sp A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 15OZ

GWS Warbirds

  P-51 A20 20L X20 9X6SLO TP3S-2100 16OZ
  F4U Corsair A20 20L X20 9X6SLO TP3S-2100 16OZ
  ME-109 A20 20L X20 9X6SLO TP3S-2100 16OZ
  Zero A20 20L X20 9X6SLO TP3S-2100 16OZ
  Spitfire A20 20L X20 9X6SLO TP3S-2100 16OZ

GWS Park Flyers

  F3A Formosa A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 16OZ
  SlowStick A20 30M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 12OZ
  TigerMoth A20 30M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 10OZ

Hobby Lobby

  Judge A20 22L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-1320 16OZ
  Hot Rod A20 20L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-2100 20OZ
  Quasar 3D A20 30M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 10OZ
  Gee Bee Pop Flyer A20 26M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-1320 11OZ
  3D Profile A20 26M X13 10X3.8SLO TP3S-1321 11OZ
  Convair XFY-1 “Pogo” A20 30M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-730 10OZ
  Uzi XL A20 26M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-1320 12OZ
  Hell Raiser 3D A20 26M X12 10X3.8SLO TP3S-1320 11OZ

Wattage

  CAP232 A30 22S X30 9X4.5APC-E TP3S-2100 25OZ
  Gile202 A30 22S X30 9X4.5APC-E TP3S-2100 25OZ
  Extra330 A30 22S X30 9X4.5APC-E TP3S-2100 25OZ
  Pitts A20 28S X30 10X5APC-E TP3S-2100 27OZ

GWMP

  Mini E3D A20 20L X20 10X4.7SLO TP3S-2100 20OZ
  E3D A30 12XL X40 14X7APC-E TP3S-4000 48OZ

This chart rendered from Hacker Brushless by Draganfly Innovations.

Draganfly Innovations Inc. carries a huge selection of Hacker A20 & A30 brushless motors and Hacker Brushless Motor Accessories & Replacement Parts. We ship world-wide and you can track your order online, via email or by phone. Order a new Hacker brushless motor or esc online at www.rctoys.com or call 1-800-979-9794. We’re waiting to take your order.

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Product Announcements June 6, 2007

New Low Cost GWS FMS (Flying Model Simulator) USB Cable - Lets You Fly RC Airplanes & Helicopters on Your PC

GWS FMS USB Interface CableWant to fly an RC airplane or helicopter without worrying about crashing it as you start learning? Using an RC transmitter with trainer port, you can now fly airplanes and helicopters on your PC. The GWS FMS cable integrates your radio control transmitter with your computer, giving you a professional quality simulator at an amazingly low price.

These new GWS USB FMS simulator transmitter to PC interface cables are available in three versions depending on what brand of transmitter you have and what style trainer/buddy port it supports. Please note that some older Futaba transmitters use the round Hitec 6-pin plug type trainer port so be sure to double check your transmitter to be sure.

Here are the four versions of the transmitter interface cable:

What makes this possible is the low cost of the GWS USB FMS interface cable, and the availability of quality flight simulator software available for free download from the FMS Homepage.

Flight simulators have evolved quite a lot since they first came into existence. The first simulators used primative graphics and the computer keyboard as an input. As computer technology advanced, so did flight simulator software. The free flight simulator called FMS (Flying Model Simulator) is one of the best.
FMS Simulator Draganflyer Helicopter and Vortex Airplane Models

If you are a novice novice pilot, a flight simulator can be of great help. Use one to learn basics and hone your skills. Use it to practice nose in flight and other tricky maneuvers. Practice even when the weather is not good!

The new GWS FMS simulator USB interface cable features a low price, fast and accurate response to control input, and simple plug and play connectability. Used with the FMS software you can enjoy 3D flight with no risk of damaging an expensive aircraft. Load different R/C helicopter and airplane models, fly over your choice of landscapes, and even set parameters like wind speed to simulate real flight conditions.

The components necessary for a home flight simulator are:

  1. RC transmitter with trainer jack / buddy port
  2. USB FMS Cable
  3. Windows PC with USB port (Windows 95/98/ME/2000/XP/Vista. Not compatible with Mac)
  4. Free FMS simulator software

For more technical information, see the flight simulator interface cable pdf manual.

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Product Announcements June 6, 2007

Buy the New Castle Creations Thunderbird 36 and Thunderbird 54 Brushless Motor Speed Controllers At RCToys.com

Castle Creations ESCsThe new Castle Creations Thunderbird series 36 Amp and 54 Amp ESCs are here at Draganfly Innovations Inc. www.RCToys.com. These new Castle Creations Thunderbird brushless motor electronic speed controllers (ESC) are perfect for using with a lithium polymer battery and brushless motor in your favorite rc heli, plane, car, truck or boat. The Castle Creations Thunderbird 36A ESC and the Castle Creations Thunderbird 54A ESC both offer a long list of advanced features like BEC (battery eliminator circuit) to ensure your Lipo battery does not over discharge, a safe “power on” with audible arming signal, automatic motor cut-off with reset and all with a super simple setup. These new Castlecreations Thunderbird brushless controllers are also compatible with the Castle Link USB programmer.

Thunderbird 36ASuggested accessories for a the Castle Creations Thunderbird 36 Amp Brushless Speed Controller

Thunderbird 54ASuggested accessories for a the Castle Creations Thunderbird 54 Amp Brushless Speed Controller

Get FREE Shipping today on all new Castle Creations Thunderbird Brushless Speed Controllers at Draganfly Innovations Inc. www.RCToys.com. With our MAP prices and FREE Shipping this is the best deal you’re going to find on the ‘Net. Pick up a new Thunderbird ESC today!

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Product Announcements June 6, 2007

LipoSack LiPoly Battery & Storage Bag Is A Safer Charging Solution

LipoSack Fire Retarding Charging SackThe LipoSack is a hi-tech bag made of space-age materials that has the ability to contain a lithium polymer battery fire or charging mishap. Place your lithium polymer battery inside the LipoSack and extend the charging wires through the top flap. Charge the lipo batteries when they’re in the LipoSack for peace of mind and greater safety. In the case of a lithium polymer battery charging mishap, the Lipo Sack’s fire-resistant material mitigates the ferocity of the LiPoly blaze inside and vents the smoke outside the Lipo Sack.

The LipoSack is about the size of a letter-size envelope. It measures 9×12 inches (22.9 by 30.5 cm) and weights 10 ounces (284g). The LipoSack is sealed with a thick, industrial strength, Velcro flap. The current LipoSack is designed to handle a lithium polymer battery mishap from 1 to 6 lipoly cells (1s to 6s).

Watch a video of the LipoSack with exploding LiPoly batteries inside. See how the LipoSack protects the environment around the LipoSack and mitigates the brunt of the explosions and fire inside the LipoSack. The smoke vents outside.

PlayPlay LipoSack Flash Video PlayPlay LipoSack Windows Media Video

Before using the LipoSack you must read and understand the LipoSack Safety Instructions. The manufacturer, LipoSack.com, and Draganfly Innovations Inc. assume absolutely no liability for any damages of any kind - even with proper use. When using the LipoSack, you must always remember to abide by safe lithium polymer battery charging and safety rules and never leave charging li-polymer batteries unattended. Never leave damaged lipos unattended. Always use the LipoSack on a non-flammable surface and in a ventilated area. Avoid damage to the LipoSack and not use the LipoSack if it is damaged. For an in-depth discussion on the LipoSack read this RCGroups forum.

Draganfly Innovations Inc. www.RCToys.com now offers the LipoSack for sale on our Web site. Purchase a LipoSack today and gain peace of mind of using this safer charging solution. “Lipo Safety… It’s In The Bag!”

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