Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
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The Futaba 3PV Radio System is sophisticated, powerful and easy to use. Pick up the 3PV and instantly feel how lightweight it is. Once you access the programming menu on the easy-to-read screen, you will instantly recognize how sophisticated the programming is. But the real experience happens when you get to take advantage of the 3PV's super-fast response rate. This is a system that can make a difference on race day. You also get FHSS, S-FHSS and T-FHSS protocols, making it one of R/C's most versatile surface system.
This version of the 3PV with high-voltage R203GF receiver (FUTK3201) is perfect for brushless ESCs and digital servos. But the 3PV is also available with the R304SB telemetry receiver (FUTK3200) for those that want to keep an eye on their receiver voltage.
Features:
- FHSS/S-FHSS/T-FHSS* protocols
- 10-model memory
- Model Reset
- Model Name (4-Character)
- Low Battery Alarm
- Link Mode (T-FHSS only)
- DT3 Selection
- SW1
- Steering Trim
- Throttle Trim
- Channel 4 Trim
- Sub Trim
- Steering Dual Rates
- Steering End Point Adjustment spacer
- Throttle End Point Adjustment
- Channel 3 End Point Adjustment
- Channel 4 End Point Adjustment
- 4WS/Brake Mixing
- Steering Servo Reversing
- Throttle Servo Reversing
- Channel 3 Servo Reversing
- Channel 4 Servo Reversing
- Steering Exponential
- Throttle Exponential
- Throttle Fail Safe
- ABS Function
- Model Data Copy
- Auto Power-Off after 10 minutes
Specifications:
- 3PV Transmitter:
- Type: 3-Channel FHSS/S-FHSS/T-FHSS*
- Includes: 3-Channel R203GF Receiver
- Requires: (4) "AA" alkaline batteries, or 6.6V 1900mAh LiFe battery (HCAM6521), or 6V NiMH Battery (FUTM1482)
- R203GF Receiver:
- Type: 3-Channel FHSS/S-FHSS
- Input Power: 4.8V-7.4V
- Dimensions: 1.37 x 0.9 x 0.33 in (33 x 23 x 8.5 mm)
- Weight: 0.21 oz (6 g)
This product was added to our catalog on July 14, 2016
Marc Almirall
Friday, Dec 8 2017 (about 5 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Just what I was looking for to replace my RTR radio.
Had issues with the stock transmitter and receiver of my Losi RTR. Went through two replacements and an upgrade of the same brand. Both replacements and the upgrade were plagued with issues. This Futaba stopped all that nonsense. Plop batteries in it, plug in your ESC, select S-FHSS or FHSS mode, hit the bind button on the receiver and you're in business. Say goodbye to bind plugs, complicated binding procedures or sacrificial offerings to the RC gods in the hope you got the correct sequence of trigger pulls, dial twidling, distance from the receiver or just plain waiting long enough for it to magically work.
Steering input reacts much quicker and handles high voltage servos with ease. A little adjustment of the sub trim and the throttle expo in my case, and it's a much more "connected" feeling to the car. Super easy to adjust on the fly despite the rather archaic menu and display. Whatever. It works perfectly and is more than adequate for the task.
Feel is a little cheap. This is true. Fit is perfect my hands, but this is a personal thing. You may not feel the same. For the price, I don't think you'll find better. Highly recommended!
Had issues with the stock transmitter and receiver of my Losi RTR. Went through two replacements and an upgrade of the same brand. Both replacements and the upgrade were plagued with issues. This Futaba stopped all that nonsense. Plop batteries in it, plug in your ESC, select S-FHSS or FHSS mode, hit the bind button on the receiver and you're in business. Say goodbye to bind plugs, complicated binding procedures or sacrificial offerings to the RC gods in the hope you got the correct sequence of trigger pulls, dial twidling, distance from the receiver or just plain waiting long enough for it to magically work.
Steering input reacts much quicker and handles high voltage servos with ease. A little adjustment of the sub trim and the throttle expo in my case, and it's a much more "connected" feeling to the car. Super easy to adjust on the fly despite the rather archaic menu and display. Whatever. It works perfectly and is more than adequate for the task.
Feel is a little cheap. This is true. Fit is perfect my hands, but this is a personal thing. You may not feel the same. For the price, I don't think you'll find better. Highly recommended!
Chris McDonald
Verified Owner
Thursday, Sep 8 2016 (about 7 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
love the new radio, very light and fast. mine came with the steering wheel foam that seems to be too small for the wheel, all the picture I can find show it filling the wheel from edge to edge but mine doesn't, affects the feel and hand eye a little, not enough to complain. I will try to contact futaba to see if this is planned or I got a defect.
Angus Macpherson
Verified Owner
Saturday, Jun 10 2017 (about 6 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
For the price you pay for this radio, the performance is great. Very responsive and functionality is pretty good. Only let down the cheap feel compared to a more expensive Futaba or Airtronics. However, great value and functionality for price. Cheers
Bill Deras
Verified Owner
Friday, Dec 6 2019 (about 3 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
This transmitter/receiver combination is a huge improvement over RTR units. Very adjustable and feels good in various sizes of hands. Did find that wrapping the somewhat smooth handle with tennis grip tape made the feel great for both my wife and myself. This system is seemingly excellent in its price range.
8/13/20 Update: This transmitter suffered a "RF module" failure after about 7 months of very light use (wife's radio). Calling Futaba and leaving messages was absolutely fruitless (during the pandemic)...Never received a return call. Resorted to sending in an on-line Service Request which was responded to after 3-4 business days (wish Futaba had advised that this was the only potential way to communicate). Sending the unit in to Huntsville (still under warranty); but, have been advised that their current turnaround time is 6-8 weeks. Really not acceptable in comparison to other r/c companies I have dealt with this year (also during the pandemic). Will be buying my wife another system.
8/13/20 Update: This transmitter suffered a "RF module" failure after about 7 months of very light use (wife's radio). Calling Futaba and leaving messages was absolutely fruitless (during the pandemic)...Never received a return call. Resorted to sending in an on-line Service Request which was responded to after 3-4 business days (wish Futaba had advised that this was the only potential way to communicate). Sending the unit in to Huntsville (still under warranty); but, have been advised that their current turnaround time is 6-8 weeks. Really not acceptable in comparison to other r/c companies I have dealt with this year (also during the pandemic). Will be buying my wife another system.
Elliott Richardson
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Dec 18 2019 (about 3 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Using this radio to race 2wd 17.5 stock buggy, for the money you cant beat it. Has pleanty of adjustments and tuning options, the setup and user interface is great, easy to get use to. If your looking for a radio setup on a budget this is the one to get
Rudi de Groot
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Mar 8 2017 (about 6 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Seriously, what a great radio! Everything you need to tweak and for such an insane price.
The trigger on this is HUGE! Great for people with fat sausage fingers - much bigger than the 4PV trigger.
Wheel foam is fine on mine, but plastic case/frame a weird finish spot under the buttons. NO biggie.
The trigger on this is HUGE! Great for people with fat sausage fingers - much bigger than the 4PV trigger.
Wheel foam is fine on mine, but plastic case/frame a weird finish spot under the buttons. NO biggie.
Edwin Aguirre
Verified Owner
Friday, Jul 12 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
So far so good. Its easy to use and its light weight
Scott
Verified Owner
Friday, Sep 7 2018 (about 5 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Upgraded from a Spectrum DX3.0.
Compact and light weight! Really comfortable for hand. Just installed and it was really to go, no binding needed.
Compact and light weight! Really comfortable for hand. Just installed and it was really to go, no binding needed.
Love it
Verified Owner
Thursday, Jun 14 2018 (about 5 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Love it, never had one problem binding or anything. Fast response time, limited telemetry options for a hundred bucks, can’t beat it. And cheap receivers too. For this price it’s the best looking, all the others look or feel clunky. Only draw-backs might be, for small hands, has a long reach to reverse, and menu is long, pushing the buttons many many times to scroll through it.
Trevor Mcgee
Verified Owner
Thursday, Apr 13 2023 (8 months ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Has all the functionality a middling racer will need, it would be nice if it had a full graphical led screen. I mean come on guys it's 2023, how expensive would it be to put a nicer screen on this radio? I guess it would steal sales from their $500 radios.
All in all still a good radio for $150.
All in all still a good radio for $150.
Mike
Verified Owner
Saturday, Feb 25 2023 (9 months ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
It has a 10 model memory in addition to the other adjustments. Didn't know that when I purchased the TX.
JTF CUSTOMS
Verified Owner
Monday, Feb 20 2023 (9 months ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
I just got back into the hobby and this remote does what I need it to do. Linked up to the 22X4 Elite. The transmitter fits nicely into my hands (Medium Glove wearer) would be small in larger hands. Would have given 5 stars, seems to burn through AAs quickly (looking into rechargeable solutions) and no place to put a neck strap (will make something).
Terry Hicks
Verified Owner
Friday, Feb 17 2023 (9 months ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Perfect Transaction delivery time great price very reasonable no mistakes
Nick Munding
Verified Owner
Saturday, Jun 11 2022 (about a year ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Great remote at a great price. I have one step up and this is a perfect radio my 14 year old son. Best part is it’s a reliable product with a great brand and an affordable price…
Ronald Gould
Verified Owner
Monday, Apr 25 2022 (about a year ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Fantastic radio. Great feeling and positive connection to the RC. Fast response times. Excellent range. Best radio l've ever had. Navigating the adjustments and settings is easy but not the greatest. Not a deal breaker. l would recommend this transmitter to anyone. Experts and beginners alike.
Dmitriy Lupych
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Sep 21 2021 (about 2 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Very nice little radio! Used it with Slash Ultimate in a couple with SkyRC 401 gyro. It just works perfectly, zero lag during two weeks of almost everyday riding. It's 3-d channel is helpful for tuning gyro. What about range, Futaba declares 80m, but I can get control and strong signal even on 100m. For my usage there is no need for longer range. Also I'm using Eneloop Pro for powering this system, work awesome. I'm very glad of buying this transmitter: you get Futaba technology just for $140 in a very small and comfortable housing.
Yury Felix
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Aug 31 2021 (about 2 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
This is an excellent transmitter, I recommend it 100%, it fulfilled all the benefits that I was needing
Kevin Singer
Verified Owner
Thursday, Apr 22 2021 (about 2 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
This is a great starter transmitter compared to the stock Traxxas RTR transmitter. The receiver is probably not better the stock TQI receiver because of so little channels. But the transmitter is amazing and you can always upgrade your receiver. I did to an R334SBS-E S.Bus2 T-FHSS SR HV 4-Channel Receiver and I love the setup.
Jesse Knickerbocker
Verified Owner
Sunday, Apr 18 2021 (about 2 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Trustworthy!! Fast shipment.. easy payment!! I would recommend to someone new to the hobby..
Josh Alexander
Verified Owner
Thursday, Mar 25 2021 (about 2 years ago)
Futaba 3PV 3-Channel 2.4GHz FHSS/S-FHSS Radio System w/R203GF Receiver
Solid transmitter love the shape and plenty of trim options