Ditch Your RTR Radio & Go Next Level - Redcat/ FlySky FS-GT5 2.4GHz Transmitter Review | RC Driver

[@alexandercorrea2533]

I'm 45 years old I just joined the RC world and I am loving it I am so glad I subscribe to you

[@Automaton35555]

45 and just rejoined.

[@johnnyhall2080]

I got started in RC at 59 and going on 65 now. I do love driving my toy cars,lol

[@CabanasBeats]

39 & just got my first truck

[@devilsreign2549]

I watched a few videos on this receiver before finding yours, I had already made up my mind to get it. Your video was simply the best, well explained.

[@tannervanheuvelen1920]

Hey wondering what you have thought of the receiver? Thinking of getting one looks really good! I just switched to brushless on my traxxas slash 2wd and my 2.4ghz just ain’t cutting it

[@roynorthcutt830]

Really like the stability management feature i have the tsm in my rustler so i will be getting one when i upgrade thanks for the info

[@robertplaisier8844]

Love that controller! Will be getting one soon!

[@mraudioiscool]

Thanks for the honest review ! keep the good work up

[@marknauman53]

I love mine, it is as described and it works great. Can't beat it for the price!

[@STEVOD313]

First, already bought mine yesterday got it off amazon $100 been looking at getting one after u did the live feed Dean,I was on that live feed

[@rcdriver]

Steve Declark - Hi Steve. Glad you liked the video and watched the live vid! Dean.

[@STEVOD313]

RCDriver_Online thanks for the great review on it

[@cwatson42785]

Steve Declark Damn bud you are setting up a pretty sweet rc collection!

[@dusty7254]

How has it been working?

[@garywoodward847]

I'm doing this tomorrow. Great tip and video.

[@DrClawizdead]

Just bought this on Amazon because Traxxas 5 channel receivers are always on back order. Not to mention it's seems to be a pretty great radio!

[@ThomasCurranJr]

Just picked this up for only about $75 - even more of an impressive value now!

[@masonarnett9557]

Shit it’s $60 now 😂😂😂

[@fishycomics]

I bought a FS GT3C the Steering is to far from the actual body for me. this looks a lot closer. so this will be on my list I like the Larger display of the GT3C not sure if the GT5 is nay larger. GOing to have to check it out and that is all. thank you for the review.

[@OnlinePez]

I got one for $85 AU ($58 US) on Amazon Australia. Best transmitter for the price hands down

[@2_be_determined]

I like the display a lot. I have the futaba 3pv that is around 100 bucks, this flysky looks like it beats the futaba hands down. That molded grip seems miles better then hard plastic!

[@skaargan]

Only 5th scale so is it better to get fs-gt5 instead of 3pv for racing?

[@2_be_determined]

mat arif leen Its up to you my 3pv is great it has all the adjustments I need this controller seems to have more features is all I was saying. Futaba receivers are expensive as well, FS might be cheaper for a replacement or second what have you.

[@skaargan]

Only 5th scale i heard flysky steering is not truely linear compare to futaba and has more delay... Im in a dilemma whether to pick fs gt5 or 3pv

[@2_be_determined]

mat arif leen it sounds like you want the futaba, I like there's no bind plug with futaba and once you get used to scrolling back and forth adjusting endpoints ect it's a great radio. I have no complaints.

[@skaargan]

I do want the futaba... But if the fs-gt5 does not have all the said sloppiness, i will go for it bcause currently i'm using fs-gt2e and it does have some delay and not very linear steering... Feels like it got some expo on it

[@cameroneshleman4833]

Picked up a dumborc x6 and was super super excited for the range of it and everything but I binded it to the traxxas 4 pole 3s vxl system and reverse and brakes don't work. Looks like I need to find another cheap controller with long range again

[@lepiaf128]

Hi the I purchased this Gt5 , I am new to the hobby, the thing is I have no idea to calibrate this GT5 to my rc crawler, it would be great I you had a video to show a basic calibration for a crowler, thanks

[@mandymoni]

Can this transmitter be paired with any reciever?

[@oestv5788]

Please respond I have this radio but i need to know how in the world do you reverse the steering

[@milli6948]

Just ordered mine

[@manofmanythingz4812]

Can I use this for my 1.8 scale nitro buggy

[@brianhawkins866]

Will my flysky gt3 work on one of redcat ESC and receiver all in one?

[@joerutkowsky3261]

I have one. Love it!!

[@seansrcconstruction]

Do you need to turn one truck off before you can switch to another truck?

[@vinceguerra1310]

No

[@Banx-E]

Is the failsafe on this programmable to apply breaks? My TQi / Revo 3.3 failsafe only puts the throttle to neutral so looking for an upgrade?

[@lilchapo5154]

Would the transmitter bind to my revo with tq reciver with opti drive sensor?

[@LuisLopez-ed7oc]

How does one improve on throttle response what do i switch out i have a short course truck and when im hauling i mean moving fast i turn really hard to face the oppisite way and whenits facing the way i want i punch it and for like a second or less its non responsive. I need the thing to move everytime i squeeze the trigger even if its just a hair. What can i do let me know. Cause seriously it can mean the difference of me winning or lossing against the little kids that come over and race me even thoe we dont call them races in the back of my mind i know thats what im doing and im pretty sure they do the same thing

[@danheckman8265]

Why no mention of gt3, does same thing. (With simple "adjustment"

[@JayJay-1985]

But can you adjust steering to a lefty grip instead of right. Seems to abit like I'm searching a void trying to find one for a good price.. or at all! I'm new to rc and feel I need to steer with my left and accelerate with my right.

[@Andr3_E90]

Maybe you could try the Flysky FS-NB4

[@higgout]

Awesome video. What I what to do is can the receiver work with my FS GT 3c transmitter?

[@typer5566]

Can ch5 or ch6 knob assigned to other functions? say like throttle dual rate or steering dual rate? thanks!

[@roadstar499]

so is this allowed in rc competition racing??thanks

[@beastrcdragracingteam4256]

Can you use it on hbx rampage 18859e

[@Lorinc.1979]

Hi! Is it good for Xinlehong 9125 ? Thank you!

[@zonegamma8197]

very good thanks

[@Hachman11]

Can I use the rotary channels to control lights?

[@TheRoadTaken]

Yes, when you turn the dial, at a certain point the lights will go on or off depending on which direction you are turning the dial.

[@Jarhead1313]

Everyone saying only for $100, if you go on Amazon right now it's only $69...

[@freebigups1018]

You got to remember this vid was made a few years ago. I just ordered one for £58 on ebay so yeah it's a brilliant controller for the price

[@joeyfesta2042]

Can you or did you already do a review on the FlySky Noble 4. I need a left handed remote. ???

[@justaregularguyontwowheels1644]

Can I hook it up to a traxxas receiver?

[@CharlieFultonSC]

I’m still very wary of anything flysky - I bought two a few years ago and had nothing but trouble and had to mod them to keep the power from cutting off when turning the wheel!

[@Jose.Q_]

This might be a dumb question but will it work great on my 5b ?

[@joeyfesta2042]

Can you recommend a FlySky left handed controller without a delay at a distance ???

[@edwardbaldwin4252]

I have a question about the gt5. Is the Redcat, tringy and flysky receiver compatible.. if I got a flysky can I use the tringy or redcat gyro receiver.

[@scottbradley3486]

What part of New England ar u from

[@Dog_Botherer]

I have an Fs-gt3c and it's good enough for my uses, but as a good enthusiast I am always looking to upgrade, but the FS receivers seem to be a nightmare, of 3, I only had one that worked properly.... Can you plz recommend some decent receivers, preferably 4ch+

[@nsvaluto48328]

Can ch3 and 4 be used for lights

[@ejazarshadejazarshad1383]

What a control arange

[@jonknutson7670]

It I wanted to switch to this TX for multiple RCs would I be able to use all of my stock RXs?

[@roadstar499]

no...every radio needs an rx meant for it... there may be some that will work with other brands and models though,but you would have to search that info...

[@rccvs4355]

Hi there, quick question for you. What can you use channel 5 & 6 for? Can the be used to power bumper lights or/and light bar? That is what is stopping to buy this radio. Thank You

[@daltonwatson5839]

I Know it has been several months but the channel 5 and 6 are potentiometers no different than the steering or throttle. They can be used to move extra servos for spotlights, winches, rear steering, or anything else with a built in potentiometer. Any channel can power lights. A simple way is to use a servo splitter and plug steering/throttle into one side of the splitter and lights into the other and the channel will power both items.

[@slotslidershoslotcars]

Very helpful ! 👊

[@dirtycamrc]

I wish I had seen this video before buying my new transmitter 😕

[@alb9022]

What'd you buy isstead?

[@NuteIlaTaco]

​@@alb9022i guess we'll never know lol

[@alb9022]

@@NuteIlaTaco oof 6 yr old comment xd i really wanted to know too :(

[@rccr2424]

Would the 3 way 4th channel work for a RC4WD winch?

[@daltonwatson5839]

With the right winch controller yes is can. I have been using a tiny red 30amp esc pulling off a jst plug on the battery connection to control one winch and a yeah racing winch controller set up for the clicky 3rd channel also

[@ZackStark]

Can the FS-GT5 provide battery voltage info?

[@ValFPV]

Yes

[@calebsrccrawlers]

When you all say new england do you mean Maine or Mass?

[@rcdriver]

Caleb's Rc crawlers - I’m in Southern MA

[@calebsrccrawlers]

RCDriver_Online oh ok, I’m in Maine.

[@eacalways]

Would you say this is an upgrade from the xmaxx radio system?

[@5punkybob]

the xmaxx system is good.. unless you need the extra 3 channels then don't bother. You get auto roll over and all that on yours which you wont have on this one.

[@joshherrman3201]

So what is the range on this one? My gt3b keeps cutting out at like a 100ft and it terrifying on 6s. Thoughts on range for this rx?

[@timvanasen6711]

Who are you on Greg's channel???

[@AdvBrewery]

could have not been better timing!

[@lepiaf128]

I have no idea about to calibrate anything reverse left right up down I have no idea would you be able to run a Full speck on this transmitter for a Crawler. Basically a full set up. I’m sure there’s more than one like me would like to hear that because not everyone knows how to use a translator a gnu to the Hobby so please can you do that so you may get more subscriber to and perhaps me

[@jpapasso]

I purchased this radio thru redcat with 2 BS6 receivers. I installed one in my Crawler, one in my Sakura Drift car, and one in my Tamiya M-06... I drove the M-06 and went to drive the Sakura and I needed to bind the BS6 to it, so I did. Went back to the M-06 and had to Rebind the Rx. Is this going to be like the early IT4's where you can use the 20 model memory but have to rebind the Rx every time? I havent tried my crawler because the Receiver is burried in the radio box under a rats nest of wires. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I know the IT4's eventually got a firmware upgrade that fixed the issue, but youd think this new product wouldnt have an old problem like this. I really like the versatility this radio gives, so Id like to be able to recommend it to people.

[@XtopherMartin]

This is my question and my concern.

[@daltonwatson5839]

Click model and choose #1. Bind to a receiver and you are done. Click model choose #2. Bind to a second receiver and you are done. Click model and choose which you want to run and hit enter and you are ready to go

[@jacobhenson3952]

Would u recommend this radio or spectrum dx5c for bashing ?

[@rczone9830]

Can we use that FS-GR3E 3ch rx with this transmitter?

[@Randy1124pr]

rc zone i don’t think so, but FS-A3 receivers are only 9$. I bought the transmitter, 7 receivers for all my rigs and only spend like 130$.

[@Mike_Rakowski]

@@Randy1124pr could you please confirm you've had no issues to bind your gt5 with FS-A3 and how did you do that? Loads of people saying that this is not possible.

[@Randy1124pr]

audioborsuk I currently have 11 rc’s bind to my GT5, 10 of them with FSA3 receivers. You just need to put the bind plug in the receiver and press the bind button on the transmitter. Then turn of the radio and unplug the bind plug, turn everything back on and you are good to go.

[@Mike_Rakowski]

@@Randy1124pr I'll give it a go. Waiting for parcel so I'll check them then. Thanks!

[@nsvaluto48328]

Hey Dean, if I was to get this radio where can I get more recievers to pair with this thanks

[@cofrbooboo]

Be careful with the throttle trigger, the brake/reverse arc is fragile and will break off easily. Ask me how I know....

[@Oakleyworld]

Tarasdad thanks for the tip

[@jameswilliams6361]

f-it ill ask, how did it happen?

[@raymondclemetson9936]

I was goingbto get one for my rampage, what would you recommend that has 6 or 7 channels and SVC?

[@croyce7699]

Mine broke on my gt3b about a year ago, and fortunately, the steering mech from a gt2 transferred perfectly across with a much beefier plastic.

[@JoelTGM]

moa dual esc?

[@cwatson42785]

Hey dean what part of new England you in? I'm in southern mass. Great review

[@rcdriver]

Chris Watson - not far from Six Flags

[@cwatson42785]

RCDriver_Online nice bud. I'm in southern mass, bout 30 min from boston.

[@Nickysixsevn]

Chris Watson im in Milford

[@RobKingRC]

Still a great radio, just bought one for $63 Amazon..

[@rcjoe406]

Would this be good for mini z ?

[@jacobknight6757]

Im looking for a good rock crawler for no more than £200 can you please help me

[@rcbulldog8698]

Jacob Knight Redcat Gen7 sport is a great value.

[@fireproofpagemybutt4348]

I'd just recommend a spektrum dx5c

[@MasterBoubleBee]

Why?

[@Lagggerengineering]

"It does all that?" I am in. "For only a 100 bucks?" I am out. XD I am too cheap to spend that kind of money XD

[@morganbills2749]

Lagger Onesixfour hobby king has the same radio with a different name for about 70 bucks

[@KonaFocus]

I was looking to get a 4-6 channel transmitter and came across this. Are these made by redcat? I ask because the one that came with the Gen8 is a piece a junk. And if they are the same company, ill pass.

[@5punkybob]

No its made by Flysky... they are really good radios and some have been better then Spektrum's etc. Mine should arrive tomorrow.

[@OswaldBeef]

BAD LINK for MUCH shorter antennae

[@mikejay160]

Sponsored

[@1etergen]

Does anyone review distance anymore?? Lol

[@br1ann88]

“ONlY a HuNDrED BUCkZ?”

[@99dedbuffoons17]

Compared to some Airtronics or Futaba radios with same or less features at a price point over $300? YEAH oNlY a hUnDrEd DolLaRs 🤷🤦

[@dynasty4851]

The link is bad buddy

[@mr.sinister1279]

Redcat makes this??? Uughhh 🤦‍♂️😞... I’m having problems with ther transmitters now that comes with ther vehicles!!

[@Jarhead1313]

Redcat doesn't make it, they're just selling it. Think of it like Redcat being a Ford Dealership. They're selling the cars, but they're not making them..

[@mr.sinister1279]

@@Jarhead1313 gotcha.. anyways I bought I have it I like it.. I have 3 cars already implemented in this radio so it’s radios I take wit me wen I go bashing

[@SlowTundra]

ehh not that impressive. i like my tqi radios with bluetooth and dash cluster gauges when connected to my phone. i use telemetry a lot and so far no controller has been able to do what my tqi controllers can do

[@ThisIsDavesGarage]

I don’t want to use my phone. That’s unnecessary

[@SlowTundra]

@@ThisIsDavesGarage i use my old smartphone for my applications. not unnecessary for me

[@Iamadroid]

Range sucks. 100ft max

[@westernsharpie]

You know if you can use this transmitter with the tamiya multi function unit? Or will it not work because it digital and needs analog trims, thanks