Volantex Ranger 2400 - yet another awesome FPV plane!!!

[@darkodimitrijevic8496]

Thanks

[@ArxangelRC]

Thank you so much! :)

[@iforce2d]

I'm up to 4 Omnibus F4 pros now, hard to beat them bang for buck. I don't know what brand the v3 one BG sells is, but it works out of the box with no re-mappings required. Just need to bridge a tiny solder pad to select ppm/sbus.

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks for the info! Good to know! :)

[@pkweaglew]

Greetings. Have now been flying the Ranger 2400 for about three weeks. Prior to this the Skywalker X8 clearly held the long-distance FPV title for endurance. Remove the wooden tray that comes with the Ranger 2400 and you have room for two 3S 5200 mah batteries. I just completed two autonomous missions turning around at 32000 distance feet and both returned with 14.4 V remaining on both batteries. The glide characteristics and amp draw on the Ranger 2400 is absolutely the Cadillac of the long-distance FPV world. Your assessment is, as always, dead on for storage access and comparisons with other Volantex planes. Furthermore, the Ranger 2400 has real hinges and punch-on horns. A complete NO-GLUE assembly. I wanted to write and indicate that your remarks about "somebody is finally paying attention" is observed everywhere long-distance FPV'rs exist. They A R E improving over time. Great videos!

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks for this! Yes... Volantex are listening, they are slow... but things slowly move in the right direction! :)

[@rctestflight]

What plane do you recommend for flying a GoPro sized camera for as long as possible? Seems like this would be a good candidate but looks like there's not a great GoPro mounting location. How does the flight time of this compare to the XUAV Talon or Clouds? Thanks!

[@jwtfpv8957]

Have you considered the MTD? kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5mVhpiNaq2gr80

[@jwtfpv8957]

@Daniel Riley No. Is efficiency the only requirement?

[@rctestflight]

@@jwtfpv8957 Super long flight times are the goal, so efficiency is important. Also need space for batteries

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... not sure about the Talon, but the Clouds gets about the same duration with a bigger battery... so I'd say at this weight and setup the Ranger is more efficient, but the Clouds does have quite a lot of gear on it, mounted on the outside, creating additional drag! Do you want to mount the GoPro facing down, without having the fuselage in view of the camera?

[@rctestflight]

@@ArxangelRC I'm wanting to mount the GoPro facing forward with no fuselage in the shot. Looks like this would be easier on the Clouds? The nose on the Ranger seems a bit narrow.

[@nickl9461]

Aaaaah man you did it!!! Thanks for covering this model. I just picked up the 2000. Plan to drop the same omnibus in mine too, since i aready have one running my nano talon. Cant wait to see where you go with your 2 hr flight ;)

[@ArxangelRC]

Haha, well... we will see about those 2 hours... will have to build a LiIon at some point... but even 98 mins are more than OK in auto mode!

[@fodank]

Second video of yours I've watched since subscribing. Love your style and content. Thanks. Cheers, D.

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks mate, appreciate it!

[@RACEABLE]

This or the phoenix overall??

[@ArxangelRC]

For FPV as a priority, this is better. Phoenix requires more fiddling to get it FPV and long range ready, but it is more convenient for fun and thermalling as it is a bit lighter and more streamlined. :)

[@RACEABLE]

@ArxangelRC thanks mate! Greetings from Greece! subscribed already!

[@ArxangelRC]

@@RACEABLE You are welcome! Thank you very much! 😁

[@samuelcarlsson4932]

Hello! Nice and well done video, this video is 3 years old, is the plane still relevant or is there a new plane comming soon? How big batteries can it carry and would something like dragon link work with this plane?

[@ArxangelRC]

Hi, thank you! Yes, the plane is still very much relevant, and Volantex have not announced any new models for now. As for batteries... that would depend a lot on what gear you have in it, and if its mounted towards the tail, etc., but it should be able to take 600-800g of battery, CG balanced of course, without issues. DragonLink would be more than adequate for this plane.

[@maxun1]

Nice, but if you use INAV you can do the lua INAV in you radio, so if you loosed video feed, the radio Inav lua will show if the plane still in the air with the virtual cockpit instruments. I do use the f4 omnibus like you but with Inav and the same receiver, and work bullet proof so far.

[@ArxangelRC]

I never use telemetry on such builds... kinda limits the range of the system! Besides... I sort of... trust... the autopilot... and these flights are a good test of that trust! :D

[@BryonGaskin]

Ranger 2400 vs 2000, which one you like better? My 2000 lost video signal, didn't come back on RTH, and the GPS coordinates from crossfire not even close to what what was in the last frame from the OSD. So......... I looking at getting either 1600, 2000, or the 2400. I was looking at the 2400 over the 2000 because of the landing gear and in the rare chance I end up finding the 2000 or someone else finds ending up with two. Kinda shying away from the 1600 because I liked having flaps / crow breaking . In the US, seems like the 24000 is about $80 more, plus parts are tougher to come by than for the 2000 (a good example the wing clips, battery trays and more importantly the upper tray for the FC and to hold the wings. I know I'm probably taking myself into the 2000 again, but the 2400 looked pretty cool.

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... putting the price difference aside, I definitely liked the 2400 a lot mote! It can fly slower, it is more stable and more relaxed!

[@sUASNews]

Youth, I remember when electric 20 minutes was amazing!

[@ArxangelRC]

Hahahaha... damn Gary... you're getting old! :P

[@mickcarson8504]

And what is a drone supposed to mean?

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... where have you been hiding in the past few years?!

[@heyjackfpv5469]

great video👍👍👍, what would be an upgraded motor for this plane? and any mods to make it better?

[@ArxangelRC]

Upgraded motor... I assume something in the 600kV range, in order to run it on 6S! Perhaps if you could also fit an 11" prop... it will gain some efficiency!

[@austntexan]

Great review. I can't believe the prices on these Volantex models. Honestly, these should all be in everyone's hanger! Have you seen the Trainstar ascent 747. . . they've reduced the price by 50% for a few days! I've recently been getting into E-Flite Timbers and Multiplex FunCubs. They're excellent planes, but quite a bit more costly and I don't think anywhere close to the durability of the Volantex. Would you consider the Trainstar for an upcoming review perhaps? Even though it's a trainer, if they've got a decent profile on the wing, and you add flaps, you can get incredible STOL type performance out of these planes. Happy flying!

[@ArxangelRC]

Thank you! Yes, a Trainstar should be coming my way at some point, so there will be a review... not necessarily an FPV one! Really want to diversify a bit for a change! And yes, the plastic fuselage on those Volantex models is insanely durable... the for the other brands... you do pay for the brand mainly... but there is just a tad bit more QC... sometimes... :D

[@Oeliboeb]

Nice video again! The chase footage never gets old

[@ArxangelRC]

Haha, thanks mate! I hope so! :)

[@upperechelon3456]

Great video. I have both the Ranger and Phoenix 2400 and find them both quite capable. I do not use speed braking on the Ranger although it is also a very efficient glider I guess I could if I wanted to. Again. Great video.

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks! Which one do you like better, if any?

[@upperechelon3456]

@@ArxangelRC Well... The Phoenix 2400 [at least in my opinion] is easier to launch. The Ranger seems a little heavier. Like a lumbering albatross but once its up there she's home in the clouds. A reasonable cruising [Amps] level also.

[@ArxangelRC]

@@upperechelon3456 Yup, those are my observations as well! :) Phoenix is awesome!

[@dukepapas]

hello i have the pheonix 2000m wing if i buy the ranger main pody can i put it its the same wing?

[@ArxangelRC]

If its the Ranger 2000, yes! The 2400 are larger and will not fit!

[@Swimfinz]

WOW, GREAT FOOTAGE! Lemme see...you launch your 2400, tend to your baby in the stroller, then launch your DJI Phantom to give chase to the Volantex! Que bueno, nice job! Great views, thank you!

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks mate! 😝

[@best_pilot1002]

Do you know, if the Volantex ESC has a Lipo safety circuit to protect the battery from discharging ?

[@ArxangelRC]

Yes, it does, it is a regular plane ESC, so it does come with a battery cut off.

[@MadMike78]

I'm new at this but can you throw any flight controller in these types of planes?

[@ArxangelRC]

Generally, yes! But the software on it needs to be able to do planes.

[@jedslather]

I wonder what would be best, the ranger X or the 2400

[@ArxangelRC]

Depends on what the goal is!

[@jedslather]

long range FPV.

[@ArxangelRC]

I'd say you could get further out with this one, even though it is smaller! With some mods you could fit a good amount of batteries in there, and it does glide more efficiently through the air... so could reach further for less energy... and perhaps even a little quicker! :)

[@BlairHagen]

Do you use a current sensor with your Omnibus F4 FC or just go off pack voltage? Current sensors seem to be "mandatory" in some guides but in my own experience they just seem to be more hassle than they are worth with the calibration needed.

[@ArxangelRC]

Yeah... calibration is tricky... and I haven't been able to figure it out quite yet... so use the voltage indicator for the most part... but it is on the board, so I should figure it out at some point! Not sure why I can't get it sorted really!

[@eltio77556]

Dear arxangel I wanna replace the stock servo. Bought the emax digital metal es08mdii but they are small and couldn’t house correctly in the slots. Which servos would you suggest to use with inav and matek f765?

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... personally I am a big fan of the Corona DS929MG servos, and use them extensively on a lot of my planes! Not the cheapest though, but definitely they are worth it in my mind! If not those, just look for some metal geared Emax servos, of the same size!

[@eltio77556]

@@ArxangelRC arxangel do you find out that corona are not big enough as the stock servos for ranger 2400? Corona and emax left much space in the wing slot . How do you feel it? New Epp?

[@ArxangelRC]

@@eltio77556 You sure about that? I am pretty sure they fit pretty well in there! Can you send a photo of this on Facebook so I can see how they fit?

[@eltio77556]

@@ArxangelRC thanks you arxangel. Sent you a pic few minutes ago

[@ArxangelRC]

@@eltio77556 :)

[@johncarold]

Hi this is new to me I just purchase a Sonicmodel AR wing and I would like to get a OSD and a GPS system. Could you tell me what F.C I should order that I can use and upgrade. Thanks for the info and advice. Great videos

[@ArxangelRC]

I would say the F405 Wing would be a very good choice!

[@dronecamps]

Launches over a baby in a stroller. Now thats getting them into RC at a young age! 😹

[@ArxangelRC]

Sure is! :)

[@JW-ww4ly]

launching towards a person with dog... the rest is frieking awesome! stay safe :)

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks! You too!

[@stevefox3763]

Your using the realacc UXII stubby antenna, I have just received one in to post today, is it normal for it to rattle when shaken? The rattles are coming from the plastic center of the SMA connector and it does not rattle when screwed on.

[@ArxangelRC]

Yeah... I think it rattles a bit on the inside... but I don't have it in front of me right now to check! If it works... doesn't matter if it rattles! :)

[@stevefox3763]

@@ArxangelRC closer inspection suggests that the outer thread if the sma is totally isolated, their is a separate copper Steve round the outside of the plastic center which makes contact with the ground when screwed on so I guess the active and ground plane elements 'float' in the housing till its screwed down.

[@ArxangelRC]

Could be! Haven't opened one of these to check... and haven't chased one yet either! :D

[@northernfpv9562]

Hey Arxangel where do you get your Lithium Ion packs? Do you make them yourself? They are really hard to find pre-built! If you find a source I will gladly buy them through your affiliate links.

[@ArxangelRC]

Hi, I build my own packs, and I get the cells from nkon.nl in the Netherlands!

[@sams9716]

Do you know where you can get the wing clips that are inside the fuselage on the ranger series planes? Somehow I broke one inside the plane. I tried contacting Volantex but no luck yet hearing back from them.

[@ArxangelRC]

You mean the ones that are screwed to the plywood plate?

[@sams9716]

Yup those ones. @@ArxangelRC

[@ArxangelRC]

I think I have those designed for 3D printing, drop me a message on Facebook and I will send you the file!

[@abc-ku3rx]

great footage from the Phantom,good review and nice spot to fly with possibility flights to the mountains...subbed you..

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks mate, appreciate it! :)

[@nunolfprods]

Hi!!! Do you still use Arduplane on your F4 boards? How is it performing? Compass is imperative for a plane? Thanks!!

[@ArxangelRC]

Yeah, what David said! I do use ArduPlane on all my F4s, and always turn the compass off, unless it is a V-tol... The autopilot is more than capable of determining direction from the GPS data! :)

[@RuiBentoAlves]

Dear friend, I have exactly that airplane: Still use the original motor and ESC, just changed the prop but same size, just APC style. I Have been running with 3s battery and flies good. I bought some " Lithium 35A 21700 3100mah" cells and after watching yours videos im thinking in making 4s battery packs. However, im afraid to overload the ESC or the motor and burn one or both (cause i have done a lot in the past) !! So, do you think its safe with this setup to run 4s pack?! Thanks Best regards

[@ArxangelRC]

Well, I have ran the stock ESC on 4S successfully, only issue is it doesn't handle full throttle very well, the timing is not right, so it may start to stutter, so try to avoid full throttle at 4S, and you should be good!

[@RuiBentoAlves]

@@ArxangelRC oki Thanks for the tip! Cheers! :)

[@ArxangelRC]

@@RuiBentoAlves You are welcome! Good luck! :)

[@ghulands]

will the wing fit the ranger ex?

[@ArxangelRC]

Nope, not the same profile or mounting scheme at all!

[@dwaynebrown7220]

This is an old review of the Ranger 2400. Volantex is still selling them. just wondering if you ever thought about 3D printing another motor mount that would allow the use of a lager prop for even more efficientcy?

[@ArxangelRC]

I have not considered that, although it could possibly be done, though have not really invested any thought into it to be honest. Not sure how it will affect the flight and take off performance though, raising the prop on this one.

[@dwaynebrown7220]

Thanks for your reply.@@ArxangelRC

[@ArxangelRC]

@@dwaynebrown7220 :)

[@nikleiser5888]

Hey Nikola, do you know what the mounting hole spacing (is that is even the correct english term !) on the 4023motor is ? Cheers Nik

[@ArxangelRC]

I could measure that... but have to remember to do it when I get to the workshop tomorrow! :)

[@nikleiser5888]

@@ArxangelRC VolantexRC replied; the spacing is 19mmx13,5mm which is very odd, dont you think ? I cant even find a 19x13,5 motormount, anywhere on the interweb! the outerhole spacing is 29mm which is often used in rcboats. You are in a good relationship with VolantexRC, would you mind to make the suggestion to use 25mmspacing in the future (industrystandard) ? Btw: What are your next projects ?

[@ArxangelRC]

I just measured the 4023 motor from the Phoenix... and holes are 19x19mm... which sounds fine to me! 25mm is used for much larger motors!

[@nikleiser5888]

@@ArxangelRC I couldnt find any 19mx19mm motormounts in Germany! most motormounts are 16x19mm, 19x25mm and 25mm

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... you could make it yourself... or drill new holes on an existing one... or just hold it by just 2 bolts!

[@ianyboo]

When flying at high altitudes what kind of steps do you have to take when it comes to lipo/lion batteries operating at those reduced ambient temperatures? Apologies if this has been covered another videos of course :)

[@ArxangelRC]

No extra steps actually... haven't felt any ill effects IF I put the battery in already pre-warmed! Besides... for the most part it should be enough to just close off any air inlet holes. At least that is how I do it... hasn't been a problem!

[@best_pilot1002]

Batteries warm up themselves during discharge; even with with a few Amps.

[@p.u.h.rolandryszardzienkie969]

can you tell me how much space is for the batteries? 178 mm 52 mm 53 mm I put it ? THX

[@ArxangelRC]

Hard to say at this point, as I no longer have the plane, but it the size you are asking about should fit. Keep an eye on the CG, make sure its well balanced.

[@p.u.h.rolandryszardzienkie969]

@@ArxangelRC OK THX

[@ArxangelRC]

@@p.u.h.rolandryszardzienkie969 👍

[@christophbader3713]

Oh, finally. :) Nice job! I would be interested, how far it can travel in that 2h. What could be the sweet spot for this plane.

[@ArxangelRC]

I guess I will know once I have the analogue video system up and running, as soon as I am done messing with the HD one! :)

[@KnutNukem]

Thank you for the videos. What is your top ten?

[@ArxangelRC]

You are welcome! WOW... top ten... hmmm... not sure... but most planes I own are pretty good... but for the time being... I would say the MFD Crosswind is at the top, closely followed by the Believer... though it depends what would be the purpose of those planes! X-UAV Clouds is in very close third... and then its everything else... I just love those twin motor models so much!

[@markhinchcliffe5803]

What is the all up weight you are running on this plane please

[@ArxangelRC]

To be honest... I still haven't measured it!

[@markhinchcliffe5803]

@@ArxangelRC im running 2.6 kg with 8000 lipo. I did a build in rc groups,this plane is sooooo great.

[@ArxangelRC]

It is great indeed! :) My battery is lighter though, around 400 grams!

[@ericwil76]

Whats the best GPS module for this FC board running Ardupilot? The one listed in notes is for a Naze32.

[@ArxangelRC]

I use the one from the link all the time, doesn't matter what it says on the listing's name... just change the connector and you're good to go! Otherwise, this one is a very good option, and is GLONASS enabled: bit.ly/BN-220T-GPS

[@BigJimSlade67]

is a License needed for something like this?

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... yes... or if you are in certain countries you can fly at an RC club location without a licence, but also without an autopilot in the plane.

[@이시훈-k4n]

What do you think is better? Phoenix 2400 or Ranger 2400? I'm hesitating what to buy for my long range fpv glider. What do you think is the best one you've come across so far?

[@ArxangelRC]

Depends on what you plant o achieve with it! They are both different planes!

[@이시훈-k4n]

@@ArxangelRC Just fooling around. I own mini talon and my twin dream and wish to add a light and efficient glider to my fpv fleet(just utilizing some rarely used old 3 and 4s 2200s I own). However there are some wind where I fly and which do you think will penetrate better? Thanks in advance

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... the Phoenix 2400 is the more aerodynamic of the two for certain, and if you put a cam on the tail... would have an awesome view as well! Not that you can't do it on the Ranger... but it has a taller fuselage, so the effect would not be quite the same, and you'd be looking at the prop from a closer distance too!

[@lagonaki3791]

Do you have enough motor performance? What is the avg speed and is it enough for you?

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... I haven't tried to reach the mountain top yet, so I am not sure if the speed is enough for me... and not even sure what it is, since I don't have the OSD enabled on this one yet, due to lack of analogue video system, but the motor is powerful at full throttle on 4S, though I wouldn't hold it there for too long!

[@JasononaBike]

Would you consider the Ranger 2400 a good candidate as a li-ion long range flight platform? Or would you have alternative recommendations? Loved the video, thanks!

[@ArxangelRC]

Yeah, I guess it could work for that! What do you consider long range?

[@JasononaBike]

@@ArxangelRC As long as I can get :). Would love to get to 200km. I live near the equator and at high altitude (~2330m) - so the plan so far is an airframe like this with li-ion and some solar cells and see how far it could get me. Gusts can be an issue here, but I was hoping that with a plane as solid and large as this one that it wouldn't be anything catastrophic, especially flying high and away from anything that it could be blown into.

[@ArxangelRC]

@@JasononaBike Hmmmmm... 200kms with a Ranger... not sure that is a feasible plan, sadly! Have not looked much into endurance numbers for it... but I doubt it will be able to do it! Other airframes, however, could make it that far!

[@best_pilot1002]

I am currently setting up a Ranger 2400 with 4S10P Li Ion 5000 (50.000 mAh) for some 10hrs endurance.

[@dj-aj6882]

What flight speed dose it have?

[@ArxangelRC]

Hmmm... hard to recall now, but it shouldn't take much to stay at 50km/h cruise!

[@dj-aj6882]

@@ArxangelRC So on your estimation of 2h on liion it could propaby go for 100km. I wonder if there could be a plane that could go 500km with the right banance of Speed, Lift and Paylaude for all the Batterys requierd. or maybe with a tiny generator on board to fly hybrid?

[@ArxangelRC]

@@dj-aj6882 I don't know about 500kms... but some people have setup the Believer plane bit.ly/MFE-Believer with certain motors, props, and LiIons that have allowed it to stay in the air for 5 hours, and cover 300kms in that time!

[@mike97525]

great shots

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks!

[@kral5932]

Fantastic video as always! What was the distance travelled in the endurance run?

[@ArxangelRC]

Thank you! That is actually a good question... not sure because I don't have an OSD... since I don't have analogue video from this plane... and I haven't checked the logs!!!

[@akkaradechsrithongchai7766]

Oh. I have this one . It fly to well.

[@ArxangelRC]

Yup! :)

[@preetijoshihappinessclub2491]

Hi friend I am your very big fan from India can you plz suggest me a good telemetry for apm from bangood and plz also state its approx range with stock antennas and can i use 5.8ghz omni antenna on 915 or 433 mhz telemetry to increase its range and if not then which antenna should i use and where i can find one plz answer friend I am in hurry ...

[@ArxangelRC]

I don't think you will like the results of a 5.8Ghz antenna on a 915 or 433Mhz module! Not going to work... you need an antenna for the specific frequency! As for stock antennas... depends on a lot of things, but I wouldn't expect miracles... 1km at best for the 100mW version I'd say! www.banggood.com/New-Upgraded-V2_0-3DR-Radio-Telemetry-433MHZ-915MHZ-Data-Transmission-Module-For-APM-Pixhawk-PX4-p-1304758.html?KZbin&ArxangelRC&p=6L1818635832201406F2

[@preetijoshihappinessclub2491]

@@ArxangelRCTHANKS for replying bro

[@ArxangelRC]

You are welcome! :)

[@RCThis]

What is the top speed/cruising speed of this bird??

[@ArxangelRC]

Haven't tested that yet... but I've seen the Phoenix 2400, with the same wings, going close to 80-90... but at that wingspan... I wouldn't push it too much! Cruise is comfortably between 35 and 60km/h!

[@julianhumphrey4843]

stunning video, how long before you do the first round the world electric rc flight ha ha, very good my friend, and shows how volantex are making some very good planes, might have to get you to set up a F4 board for my 1600 ranger ha , keep up the great work

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks mate! A trip flight around the world... hmmm... now that would certainly be something impressive!

[@FunBitesTV]

Greets from the UK. Awesome video Nikola, thank you ! Think I might get myself a ranger soon. Ive got a hobbyking walrus at the moment, not a bad bird actually with li-ion and omnibus f4. No where near as big and strong as the ranger 2000 or 2400 ofcourse . Did the jump from the 2m to 2.4m give you the large flight time increase , or more to do with motor efficiency etc? =)

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks Mark, appreciate it! Large flight time increase will come from its increased load bearing ability... which I haven't really tested, but the wings a good deal larger! That also introduces a drag penalty... but... no other way to do it! Should be able to easily carry a bigger battery though!

[@volantexflyinggroup7295]

great volantex plane, super video

[@ArxangelRC]

Thank you, sure is!

[@jwtfpv8957]

Great plane. Frightening price!

[@ArxangelRC]

Haha... yeah... not sure why the price is so high, when the Phoenix 2400 is a lot cheaper... and the only difference between the two is the fuselage shape and material!

[@jwtfpv8957]

@@ArxangelRC It would be great if you could broach that with Volantex. Both myself and a friend would buy a Ranger 2400 if the price was the same as the Phoenix 2400.

[@ArxangelRC]

I have sent the question... waiting for a reply! :)

[@CradyLab]

Not sure about that HD system but you got some great chase footage from your Phantom 😎

[@ArxangelRC]

Thank you! :)

[@blakete]

Great video. Thanks!

[@ArxangelRC]

Thank you! :)

[@Farmhand2k]

Nice, looking to get one as well...

[@ArxangelRC]

It is a nice model indeed!

[@btbplanevids]

Very nice ... love the air-to-air from the Phantom. Please take that silly tailwheel off though! :-D

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks! Hahaha... why take it off? I rather like those actually! :)

[@pilotmiami1]

bravo.thenks

[@ArxangelRC]

I am glad you like it

[@WSWarriorsStew]

Awesome pusher glider Arx, I like how your chasing your own RC lol.

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks mate! :)

[@obinnaeke8067]

Very nice video :D Awesome plane :)

[@ArxangelRC]

Thanks! :)

[@mickcarson8504]

Looks like a low resolution camera. 3:40

[@ArxangelRC]

It is actually 1080p... but the bitrate is tragically low!!!! :(

[@kdanagger6894]

Too bad it's almost impossible to get it shipped to the US. Banggood shipments get rejected by customs, and Gearbest still can't get them shipped. They've been advertising them for months for $169.99, but they never get any inventory. I first started trying to buy one at the end if January... I finally gave up and got refunds from both Banggood and Gearbest.

[@ArxangelRC]

Customs reject them?!?!? WHY???

[@Freebird_67]

K Danagger I’m having same issues with HD wing I purchased back on 1st of August. Was supposed to ship on the 20th of August but on that day I received email from Banggood saying it’s out of stock! Lol. Now it’s on backorder and Banggood doing the run around game with me saying it Should be back in stock first week of September. Lmao. I’m not holding my breath. I’ve asked for my $81.98 refund and they keep saying please wait we will ship soon as we receive stock.. I’m guessing I’ll never get my $81.98 back and I’m shit out of luck. Unfortunately I used a debit card like an idiot. Normally when I order from these thieve scammers I use PayPal but my account was to low so used debit instead. How did you get your refund? Like I said I asked for refund and they act like they don’t want to give me my money back. I think they are waiting on me to just say screw it keep my money! I have even asked if I can swap out the hd wing for something else that’s in stock and even after they said at first I could now all sudden I can’t do that either. CRAZY! What really pisses me off is they are still selling the exact HD wing and on Banggood says nothing about out of stock. Banggood knows they can get away with screwing us Americans out of our money because that commie ass country could care less about us and our laws. Be last time I ever order anything from them again and I’ve been telling everyone I no in this hobby to stay clear of Banggood.

[@dba12123]

I'm new to the hobby. I am practicing on a simulator and with a small ready to fly but eventually want to do some video. Which would you recommend for a beginner, the Phoenix 2400 or the Ranger 2400? The Phoenix is considerably cheaper but I think there may be advantages to a pusher.

[@ArxangelRC]

Well yeah... depends on what you are looking for! For me the Phoenix is definitely the easier to fly and take off model, and feels a bit more relaxed! The Ranger does require a bit more experience... especially during take off, but it will give you a prop free image from the camera! :)

[@alexandrpetrov1110]

Thank you

[@ArxangelRC]

You are welcome!

[@55commodore]

I think the price jump for the extra 400mm is excessive

[@ArxangelRC]

Yeah... the Ranger line is peculiarly expensive for some reason, but Volantex claim the manufacturing process and material is different than the Phoenix for instance, and that is why it is more expensive!

[@EnglishTurbines]

Why do they keep using 5.8G for these experimental HD systems...?....Its such an unsuitable frequency for so many reasons, range being the most obvious. Makes no sense.

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... it is easily available and the most widely used right now...

[@758Dino]

lovely i want one

[@ArxangelRC]

Yeah, it is good!

[@zarkojovic1634]

Please don't launch anything over the baby in the cradle... You never know what can fall off or maybe aircraft have some failure and dives down...

[@ArxangelRC]

Weeeeell... to do it... I was certain nothing wrong will happen!

[@zarkojovic1634]

@@ArxangelRC I trust your great experience, and really like your videos. But you have to admit, at some point, anything can go wrong :D Best! And keep up the good work.

[@ArxangelRC]

Indeed it can! Will do! :P

[@andrewjamez]

Well done..auto take off straight over a guy taking his dog for a walk...🤔

[@ArxangelRC]

Well... I know it will take off... and there are plenty of bushes before that to catch the plane if the take off goes bad!

[@rainerzufall689]

@@ArxangelRC I sure wouldn't like anyone to fly over me regardless of the thoughts he puts inside it.

[@kevinerickson2595]

👀

[@ArxangelRC]

:P

[@leephcom]

I can't help feeling you could make your builds look a bit more professional. It kind of looks like you've been doing RC flight for two weeks and have no real clue how to build cleanly. Maybe you just don't have time, or just lack the motivation? I don't know...

[@nickl9461]

What specifically are you talking about? Rubbish...

[@leephcom]

Oh dear... hurt butts. I know its 2019 and constructive criticism is considered equal to the bubonic plague for millennials, but come on...

[@ArxangelRC]

Hahaha, cool it down guys! James is right... I usually do a better job of the wiring, but I was really distracted for this build... and pressed for time to really get into optimizing the wiring! Might improve it when I eventually add in the analogue video system! :)