Align T-REX 550E DFC Super Combo Helicopter Kit w/Motor, ESC, 4 Servos, Gyro & Carbon Blades

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Align T-REX 550E DFC Super Combo Helicopter Kit w/Motor, ESC, 4 Servos, Gyro & Carbon Blades
Price: $1,019.99
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This is the Align T-REX 550E DFC Super Combo Helicopter Kit. This incredible package includes not only the T-Rex 550E DFC helicopter, but also a Castle Talon 90 ESC and 600MX motor, three DS615 digital cyclic servos, a DS655 digital tail servo and the 3GX flybarless system. Additionally, 520mm carbon fiber main blades and 90mm 3k carbon fiber tail blades have also been included, providing you with an incredible helicopter kit and an equally impressive electronics package all in the same box.

550E DFC Features:
  • Equipped with the low CG DFC rotor head, effectively reduces wind resistance during flight, providing the most direct and precise control feel back to the pilot, exibiting exhilarating 3D performance and unimaginable flight speed.
  • High spec MOD1 CNC helical main gear increases gear mesh area, and minimizes gear noise during flight.
  • Lightweight rigid metal main shaft bearing blocks.
  • High quality tail gearbox design, combined with dual point mounted tail pitch control assembly to minimize slops and increase rudder control precision.
  • High quality 5mm carbon rod and CNC metal tail scissor control arms are used in rudder control system to improve rudder locking and control effectiveness.
  • Body mount increases body rigidity and added gyro placement location.
  • Re-designed rear mounted rudder servo mount.
  • Equipped with MX series high efficiency brushless motor.
  • 2.0mm 3K carbon fiber side frame for simple yet rigid frame construction, allowing for easy assembly and maintenance.
  • High speed rated thrust bearings in tail blade grips.
  • High efficiency torque tube tail drive.
  • Integrated swash anti-rotation guide and gyro mounting platform.
  • Aerodynamically styled canopy for the ultimate fit.
  • Equipped with T-REX 600 class tail boom set, supporting with 600mm main blades and increased tail stability
3GX Features:
  • Redesigned 3GX represents the next generation of multi function flybarless system. The dramatically improved performance will create an immediate impact on any enthusiasts.
  • 3GX is currently the smallest and lightest flybarless system on the market. Two ports to directly connect Spektrum and JR satellite receivers, along with full support of Futaba's S-BUS system.
  • Based on the 3G FL760 manual setup process, the 3GX can be setup in a few minutes through a simple process. In addition, the 3GX can support all of the CCPM swashplate systems currently on the market including 90, 120, 135, and 140 degrees swashplates.
  • Graphic illustrated instructions on the computer setup software directs the user through a step by step setup process, allowing for quick setups without omitting any steps.
  • Support Bluetooth connectivity. With the soon to be released Bluetooth connectivity kit, 3GX can be programmed wirelessly from a PC. Eventually there will also be smartphone apps allowing live adjustments to 3GX without powering down.
  • With 3GX's built in Align RCE-G600 governor function, no external governor is needed, reducing electronic wire clutter.
  • Custom parameters have been opened up in 3GX to allow pilots to fine tune numerous settings for swashplate and rudder. Settings export feature allows custom settings to be shared amongst friends.
  • 3GX utilizes gyroscope sensors of the highest specifications when compared to other flybarless systems currently on the market, allowing it to be used under harsh conditions. Dual axis plus rudder sensor dramatically improves swashplate and rudder correction precision compared to last generation 3G. This is clearly noticeable in stable hover as well as highly aerobatic routines.
  • Suitable for helicopter of all class from 200 to 700, glow engine or electric powered. The superior vibration resistant characteristic is evident even when mounted with harder double sided mounting tape.
  • 3GX utilizes 16 bit processor which is 4 times faster than previous generation, along with a completely re-written firmware. The result is a dramatic stability improvement from previous generation, with stability that rivals a flybarred helicopter, yet posses explosive agility.
  • With built in pirouette compensation function, 3GX is able to stabilize the helicopter on a fixed point during pirouetting maneuvers. Pirouetting flip type of maneuvers are easily performed with precision.
  • 3GX's rudder allows consistent rudder feel even under high speed conditions. This excellent control feel will allow pilots of all skill levels to experience the perfect integration between 3GX and helicopter.
  • Support with APS gyro system and provides more functions for your helicopter. With the APS gyro, the helicopter will have the ability to self stabilize and hold position and altitude, as well as autonomous way point flights and return home functions.
3GX Specifications:
Operating Temperature: -10~60 degree
X and Y axis Operating Angle Range: -300~+300 degree
Z axis Operating Angle Range: -600~+600 degree
Size: 36.5x25.2x15.6mm
Weight: 11g
Futaba S.BUS system support: Yes
Built in governor function: Yes
Maximum working voltage: 8.5V

550E DFC Specifications:
Length: 1160mm
Height: 330mm
Main Blade Length: 520mm
Main Rotor Diameter: 1188mm
Tail Rotor Diameter: 254mm
Motor Drive Gear: 11T
Main Drive Gear: 112T
Autorotation Tail Drive Gear: 131T
Tail Drive Gear: 34T
Drive Gear Ratio: 1:10.18:3.85
Weight (With Motor): 1800g

Includes:
  • (1) T-REX 550E DFC Kit
  • (1) Castle Talon 90 Brushless ESC
  • (1) 520 Carbon fiber blade set
  • (3) DS615 Digital servo
  • (1) DS655 Digital servo
  • (1) 3GX Flybarless System
  • (1) 600MX Brushless Motor
  • (1) 90mm 3K Carbon Fiber Tail Blade
Needed to Complete:
  • 7-channel or more helicopter radio system
  • 6S 2600 ~ 5200mAh Li-Po battery & compatible charger
  • Dial Pitch Gauge and various tools for assembly

This product was added to our catalog on November 12, 2012

Anonymous
Verified Owner
Friday, Mar 15 2013 (about 11 years ago)
Align T-REX 550E DFC Super Combo Helicopter Kit w/Motor, ESC, 4 Servos, Gyro & Carbon Blades
This thing is amazing! This is my first large heli and first kit build. The manual makes clear sense on the build but make sure to TAKE YOUR TIME and do not rush the build. The only thing that is confusing in the manual is the 3gx setup and esc placement. Just do some research and look at other peoples builds on the web to find what you want to do. The quality is amazing too! I have a 130x, 300x, and 450x and was either going to get Blades new 550x or this TREX 550e DFC and I'm glad I went to align so far. Align makes amazing stuff but it is more expensive to replace parts in a crash just as a warning. The heli is extremely stable in hovering and when flipping is around in 3D. I am currently running a fully stock setup from the hit beside running align 550mm blades instead of 520's that come with the kit. Also Like how it only uses 1 6s battery instead of 2 like the 700 to save some money. This a great heli that takes the place of 500 and 600 because of its adjustability. With the 600 boom, 600 tail assembly, and 600 DFC rotor head this is able to become a full on 600 or scale it down to a bit smaller size if preferred. Running a Thunder Power 6s 5000 mah battery and love it! Also using a Spektrum DX8 with two spektrum satellites from the 3GX instead of running a traditional receiver. Love the clean setup because of lack of wires. I would recommend this to an intermediate and up pilot. It can be used as a first heli but other brands such as Blade will be cheaper to replace parts when crashing. Once you get the hang of the basics then you'll be fine with this excellent machine! Overall this heli is outstanding and a solid 5/5. (Recommend buying a swashplate leveling tool when building it for perfect tracking)
Tyler B
Thursday, Feb 28 2013 (about 11 years ago)
Align T-REX 550E DFC Super Combo Helicopter Kit w/Motor, ESC, 4 Servos, Gyro & Carbon Blades
Although I have the 550 fbl with the older head, Im so pleased with my purchase and customer service I wanted to post this for others thinking of an Align machine. I would give this a 5* but Ill explain. I was very impressed with the kit quality (this is my first large heli) and the support from A Main was excellent (both warehouse and store). Another plus is there's an abundance of info on the web about building and setting up this bird. So after my quadruple check of my setup and some simulator time, I successfully flew this heli 7 different occasions. Then I suppose I must have got one of the rare bad apple escs. It failed on spoolup (luckily wasnt yet in air) and burned up all of my electronics. Again the A Main heli techs came through with advice and contact info. Align stood by their product and replaced/repaired everything with a 1 week turnaround. Very happy with the whole experience and the service all around. Im in the market for a 700 and will have to stick with A Main and a Trex as I know they will support it. Also, I am very impressed with the 550s peformance. Very fun to fly and it has the bonus of only using 1 6s and still being large enough to be very stable in all conditions I've flown.
Anonymous
Friday, Jan 17 2014 (about 10 years ago)
Align T-REX 550E DFC Super Combo Helicopter Kit w/Motor, ESC, 4 Servos, Gyro & Carbon Blades
The Align 550E was my first big helicopter moving up from an Align 450 Pro so I was a little wary but all that went away wen I hovered it the first time in the yard! Two days after finishing the build my club had a big helicopter meet so I flew it there and was knocked out by how easy it is to fly. Very smooth, very predictable. It just did everything I wanted and responded smoothly.
This is a great helicopter that reinforces my appreciation for Align ships. I have a 700E DFC in my sights next.

You can see my full review with photos and video at the link below.

http://flyingrc.net/blade550xpro.html

If you are looking to move up into the bigger helicopters the 550E should be at the top of your must see list.
Anonymous
Verified Owner
Monday, Dec 10 2012 (about 11 years ago)
Align T-REX 550E DFC Super Combo Helicopter Kit w/Motor, ESC, 4 Servos, Gyro & Carbon Blades
Align did an awesome job on this beast! This is my first flybarless heli and i love it,also my biggest. The constuction as you would expect from Align is top notch, and the additions to the size is really great! It has a lot of power and speed which is important to me! I coudnt be happier with this heli! Get one today!!!