RadioMaster Boxer Radio - JUST RELEASED - FIRST LOOK!

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[@martianmcfly]

The Mambo we've been waiting for lol!

[@TailSpinRCSpain]

No colour screen, but Doom port coming soon, LOL.

[@rcvg69420]

Mine just arrived yesterday, I also got the ELRS version. I have to say the overall quality of the radio is impressive. The newbies don't know how good they have it these days. This radio is hugely capable in theory if the hardware proves reliable. First impressions are good and the plastics are definitely more solid than what FrSky has done with the old x9d plus, which is what I'm replacing. Just flew the first time today, flew a plane around the field. Maybe 40 minutes or so of flight time and I had no weird radio issues so definitely pleased so far. I am all in on this ELRS stuff, it's just so cool. I'm a guy that flies planes and quads, one feature I am hoping they come out with sometime in the future is the ability to set your preferred packet rate during model setup, so that when you change over to a plane it will go to 333 or 100 automatically. Then when you go to a race quad it goes right to FLRC1000, then you can have a long range model where it goes to Lora250 or 150. That would be cool if it did this for you without having to change it manually when you switch between models.

[@radiomasterrceu7675]

Thanks for all the work you put in this great first look video about the RadioMaster Boxer, Lee! Always a pleasure watching your video's!

[@smidge321]

Radiomaster fix the usb !

[@johncarold]

Hi Lee Great video and review of the Boxer radio. I really like this radio and I like everything about it. Thanks again for the video and information

[@jasoncourville9568]

This is great! I almost got a mambo but couldn't get past some of the down sides. I been wanting to go to ELRS, now I can with few compromises. Thanks for the video Lee👍

[@sarahdaviscc]

Looking very dapper Lee!

[@ChrisBalmforth]

I think I like almost everything about this radio! One thing though, I would prefer the 2-position switches on the shoulders of the tranny and the push buttons on the front like my TX12 Mk2. Nice to see the extra trim switches gone! Got to get me one of those batteries.

[@gandalf.mitrandil]

Great review as usual

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic review, Lee! Thanks! 😃 What can I say... I guess I'm in love again! 😂 Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@psguardian]

It really does seem to be physically between the tx12 & tx16s, but with lesser processing oomf (like the qx7 vs x9d+). It will likely be right at home in many hangers with simple to moderate models, without being 'too small' like some folks say about the tx12. Also probably a great trainer unit.

[@operaswift8623]

Highly interesting. I'm looking for a fpv specific radio since quite some time as absuing the trainer port for the crossfire on my dx9 in the long run proves to be problematic. Would be interesting to see a full set up tour with crossfire from you.

[@rikofpv]

thanks for the review 👍, look like qx7

[@J2onton]

Been out of fxd wing rc/fpv for 6 years. Looking to get get back into it. Good info. Thanks

[@tubamanandy2]

Been doing the battery hatch trick/XT30 for years :)

[@1Esteband]

I really love the form factor of my Jumper T12 PRO wishing for somthing with a T16 color screen in a T12 form factor,

[@peacemakermotion3949]

Nice review. So its just a square zorro basically. With the 6 position switch. Looking for a new fixed wing transmitter and i would have liked it if it had a couple more switches over the zorro but doesn't offer much more. That battery life is sweet though! Looks like the tx16s it is then.

[@Sam-gr8pl]

I am happy with tx16s I like colour screen ...👍

[@wazza7575]

Looks very similar to my back up TX12 especially the screen and programming.

[@ksyz00]

except this one does have grownup size gimbals.

[@leeseaman4193]

Totally agree , my new TX16S is still in its box as I still use the Jumper T12 plus which has most items this radio is missing and was tremendous value. Both on Open Tx i've still not yet been able to crossover from the T12 external 4in1 to the TX16S internal yet without model challenges from the copied list .

[@OZSCQUADS]

noice. I`d say we will see 3D a lot of solutions for the handle in the very near future.

[@Gabriel-qh5yv]

If you look from the top of the radio looks like TBS Tango in a better package 😉

[@richardgreen4611]

It looks nice but why cannot Radiomaster highlight the writing on the buttons in white so that they are easier to see? I have had to do it myself on my Zorro.

[@blackterminal]

I was looking online for a used 9xr pro and can't believe how much people on eBay want for one vs just getting one of these

[@eliottcompadre3714]

If radio master came with this Boxer model but with a touch screen with full color lcd. Then it will be very appealing. Or perhaps a Zorro 2 with also color and touch screen and more standard 18650 batteries I will be sold

[@Duutse1]

Good informative review! I would have appriciated a side by side size comparison with tx16s and tx12. Maybe you could make a short video about it? It would also be nice to know the actual body thickness of these radios. The way manufacturers measure the radio thickness is useless (from bottom of handle to the top of the sticks)...

[@BoilerFPV]

Check out Mad’s Tech review.

[@rickikilvi5406]

The RM Boxer's rotary encoder is pretty rough IMO. Maybe i got a runt. The gimbals are fine however i wouldn't say this TX is for small hands like the Devo 7e was.

[@rc846]

You can move the Switches to different location. Yes?

[@wolflonekks8253]

GOOD

[@jcnorth]

Wonder how edge tx is on it thought it was more graphical in v 2.8?

[@FATSNAIL-FPV]

With my luck they'll produce the TX16Smini right after I buy this Boxer. I waited for a tx12v2, they produced the Zorro, bought that and waddaya know a year later?!? Tx12v2!!!! Been waiting for a smaller option, the Zorro is nice but just to small for me, tx16sv1 is just to big for me when flying race quads.. Options options options....

[@neilgillies6943]

Just received mine (UK 4in1) - quite disappointed that it doesn't support Radiomaster's very own receivers - specifically R84/R81/R86 (version 1's - D8 - tho' R168 D16's are OK) - unless you know better ? Otherwise, a _very neat_ and tidy transmitter - much more ergonomic (and lighter) than the TX16s (IMHO) - might even be a keeper this time 🙂 The textile handle is actually a nice feature for me. Surprised that no-one uses e-paper displays for transmitters - even though they are slower, the visibility is 100% (in the light 🙂) - and put them at the top of the tx, not hide them under the neckstrap /rant.

[@hoagietime1]

This video really makes me question if I could pull off an ascot? The answer is a solid, No. I would look silly. But I did preorder a boxer to replace my accst QX7, can't wait!

[@Painless360]

It's just a scarf as it's - 10 deg C here. Maybe you can pull that off? Best of luck

[@src2920]

Is it possible to flash the FCC firmware to a radio brought in eu to get 1Watt power?

[@user-ey2sw8wx7e]

I have 3 channel in subscriptions about copters all 3 released video about this controller in one time. That videos 3 in a row in my subscriptions list (i have many other channels in subscriptions). I even did a screenshot :-)

[@ShahriarFarkhan]

What a great review. I'm entering the hobby to fly fixed wings, then move to possibly to quads. Would you recommend this transmitter? If not what would you recommend and why? I've done RC cars in the past and the whole world of radios has changed so much since the 1990s :)

[@Painless360]

See my Kit Picks video from Summer 2022. Lots of pilots go for an EdgeTX and ExpressLRS radio now. RadioMaster are one of the leaders of those who sell them and it depends on what it is you want. Most radios with trims will allow for easy use with both fixed wing and quads..

[@ShahriarFarkhan]

@@Painless360 Thanks for the recommendations. I'll check out that video!

[@janheindewaalmalefijt9669]

Would it be possible to add a bluetooth module inside for the telemetry viewer mobile app, or even GPS?

[@malte9999]

The is a connector on the inside with "BLE" written next to it

[@duncanmartin2626]

Thanks for the comprehensive review. You compare it a few times to the QX7 - how does it compare to the X9 Lite S? Both in terms of size, and also is it a worthwhile upgrade?

[@Painless360]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nILaZn6vbZWWftE is my video on it. I prefer this...

[@duncanmartin2626]

@@Painless360 Thanks. I agree with your previous video that the X9 Lite is more of a beginner radio but has a steep learning curve. From your review, the Boxer seems to be the next level up in terms of switches and quality, for not a huge amount more money. Maybe it will be my next radio...

[@dronefilmsgermany]

Hi there, just a naive question. I have ordered the Boxeer from Bangood ELRS Version. I wanted to know if i can bind it to the Beta FPV Meteor 65 Pro ELRS version. I have heard that SPI Receivers are hard to bind to the boxer. Not sure how true is that. I hope i dont have to downgrade or upgrade any firmwares to make this happen

[@Painless360]

A lot of the SPI ExpressLRS recievers that I have had in here are ELRS v2 firmware and radios shipping now have ELRS V3 on them.. Happy flying

[@hamshackleton]

Bearing in mind we fly in the UK, is it showerproof? My Taranis and Futaba are not! In the multi-mode version, does it support the older taranis non-eu and eu, as well as the newer versions (the new one won't 'talk' to the old one, and v/v) and it's a pain having to upload different versions to an rx, each time you need to change. (I recently bought some new rx's, then had to send them back to be re-loaded with the other, older version!)

[@Painless360]

The Multiprorocol module is the same in terms of prkroodls supported. It'll talk to all ACCST V1 and V2 recievers but it ACCESS... Happy flying

[@rickikilvi5406]

There might be some universal receiver software available written by a someone with more idea than FrSky. Just stick to V2 ACCST ?.

[@hamshackleton]

@@rickikilvi5406 You do realize you are replying to a query from nine months ago? 🙂

[@filiped7298]

The 4in1 model you have can bind to my old Frsky receivers? If so, let me know once you want to shelve it after reviewing it 😊 would be a great replacement for my tired QX7 😁

[@Painless360]

Yes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJrMZXiieseabNU

[@crazicat]

If you want to bind to FrSky recievers get the CC2500 version. In the full 4 in 1 module the chip for FrSky has its power reduced to avoid over powering the other protocol chips. In the CC2500 model the chip for FrSky can run at full power.

[@filiped7298]

@@crazicat thanks for the info

[@greghill6147]

Hi Lee, does the boxer 4 in 1 have the same receiver protocols that are in the TX16s and do you Know when they will be in stock in UK

[@Painless360]

Yes. I dont have stock details so I'd keep watching the local suppliers... best of luck

[@trilltrall]

I understand you can swith from mode 2 to mode 1 in the software on this radio. But can you physically alter the gimbals to throttle on the right stick (ratcheting) and elevator / ailerons on the left stick (self-centering)?

[@Painless360]

I've not tried but I expect so. Happy flying

[@trilltrall]

@@Painless360 ok, thanks!

[@rickikilvi5406]

Yes. One of the better things about the RM Boxer Gimbals is that you change the spring return / tension etc all from the front. The bad news is RM don't give any info about which screws do what. Another bad thing is after the TX has been sitting around for months with the springs under tension ... guess what ... the're stretched.

[@BiecherBender]

Do you have the FCC or EU version? Do you know if the difference is just a software setting or hardware difference?

[@malte9999]

It is just software between FCC and EU

[@713Ace529]

Looks good. I’m trying to get into fpv and I’m bay familiar with lots of terms. Can you please explain what it means by 4 in 1. Thanks

[@Painless360]

The Multiprorocol module has 4 chips inside, each can emulate a number of the supported protocols. Hence 4in1.. Happy flying

[@that_jason_black]

@@Painless360 Does this 4 in 1 also support D8? Thanks!

[@domingoj4702]

Hi greetings, your video is fantástic id like ti know if this transmitter are compatible with spektrum receivers thanks

[@Painless360]

They are. For most protocols. This is how you check kzbin.info/www/bejne/epeuqqtmrrmVjrc

[@blackterminal]

Price too close to tx12. How do you choose?

[@marinehm]

Excellent review! Now I know for sure…. It’s not for me.

[@blackterminal]

I wonder Andrew if you could open the radio and swap the positions of those 3 position switches? Do you care to try?

[@Painless360]

I suppose it would be possible with some soldering and messing about but I don't plan on trying. Happy flying

[@blackterminal]

@@Painless360 oh I figured like most toggle switches they are attached with a nut on the other side. Depends how long the wires are if solder would be needed

[@tryhard6768]

I'm considering buying the Boxer and I would like ELRS included, whuch version do I have to buy, the 4 in 1 or another?

[@Painless360]

4in1 is the multiprotocol version. You need another if you want ExpressLRS inside...

[@BeetleBeetleY]

Why don't they make an all-in-1 that includes everything? And why is the screen at the bottom and not the top?

[@Painless360]

Some protocols are proprietary. Happy flying

[@straw6744]

They say it runs on 1w with fan elrs

[@greghill6147]

Hi Lee, my boxer 4 in 1 arrived today but EU version does not have all protocols like the tx16 can the missing protocols be uploaded too this radio if so do you have a vid on how to do this. thanks

[@Painless360]

Which protocols are you missing?

[@greghill6147]

@@Painless360 most of them. The two I need are v761 and v911s

[@Painless360]

Might not be the EU thing. I'd check the version of the 4in1 module firmware as V761 was only added in the last release from what I can see - github.com/pascallanger/DIY-Multiprotocol-TX-Module/releases

[@greghill6147]

@@Painless360 Spoke to HobbyRC today who supplied Boxer they said EU 4 in 1 version are only loaded with EU compliant protocols, they also said use the Zorro multi protocol download to access all protocols which i have and now have all protocols. Thanks for link.

[@seanconnery007]

Does RadioMaster make/supply their Tx's in a Mode1 configuration?

[@jandeboer]

You can easy switch modes on the gimbels. Check out there (radiomaster) youtube video’s

[@Painless360]

If they do, it'll be on their website. Link in description

[@1FelixTheCat]

How well does it balance from the neck strap ? TY

[@Painless360]

Covered in the video. Happy flying

[@edclevel402]

Hmmmm... looks vaguely familiar.

[@steelssstu6515]

It's a Mambo that's all,nothing new here,nice to see them copy TBS

[@eliottcompadre3714]

Almost 200€. With shipping and taxes. Or I can get the tx16 mk2 at my local vendors for 229€. So I will pass from this one

[@RC-planes.]

Will this bind to radiolink rx?

[@Painless360]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/epeuqqtmrrmVjrc

[@tempest411]

I'm getting the urge to get back into flying radio controlled planes after being absent from the hobby for the last twenty years...Why do all the radios I see around look so cheap and toy-like? The Futaba and JR radios made 25 years ago look so much nicer.

[@Painless360]

And a hell of a lot cheaper... Proprietary radios systems are still about and you pay those same prices. Large portions of the hobby have moved away from expensive, limited systems to the cheaper and more powerful EdgeTX powered radios.

[@m3chanist]

Max power output?

[@MCsCreations]

1w

[@tyrian869]

Power my walk snail goggles form it?

[@Painless360]

You could use an adapter for the internal battery XT30 and have it coming out of the back I guess... Best of luck

[@fpvhead4312]

All the boxer needs is a better display. Put in a nice color display like the tx16s, and they wouldn't be able to make them fast enough.

[@editguy666]

So they copied the Mambo...very unoriginal

[@cobynweston8124]

It’s just a smart business decision. People like the form factor of the mambo, but want >250hz control links and don’t want the locked down freedom TX. People have been asking TBS for this but they haven’t done anything. Radiomaster has just given the people what they want