Roban MD-500E G-Jive Blue 600 Size Helicopter Scale Conversion - KIT
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MD-500E G-Jive Blue 600 Size Helicopter Scale Conversion Kit from Roban - RBN-KFMD500GJB6
The MD 500 series is an American family of light utility civilian and military helicopters. The MD 500 was developed from the Hughes 500, a civilian version of the US Army's OH-6A Cayuse/Loach. The successful Hughes 500/MD 500 series began life in response to a U.S. Army requirement for a Light Observation Helicopter (LOH). This is the 600 size MD-500E G-Jive Blue version.
Most of the work is done for you. All wood work is installed. Pre-drilled holes for easy install of the landing gear. Standard 600 set up is an 1100 Kv brushless outrunner motor, 80-100 amp ESC and a 6S 22.2V 5000 mAh or higher LiPo battery.
This fuselage can be completed in as little as 4-6 hrs and is intended for the intermediate to advanced builder. No modifications needed when using stock mechanics and stock rotor head.
Note: As of July 2018, this is an updated version of the MD500 with a full epoxy front fuselage and separate windows.
Visit the Official Roban 600 Size MD-500E G-Jive Blue Scale Helicopter Conversion Kit Thread on HobbySquawk.com for additional photos, videos, reviews, and customer Q&A.
Features:
- Fully painted fiberglass scale fuselage
- Magnetic cabin lock system for quick and easy access
- Extremely detailed surface and molded panel lines
- Use of 600 standard equipment (6S Battery, 1100Kv motor), fly with your existing parts
Includes:
- Roban MD-500E G-Jive Blue 600 body kit
Requires:
- 600 Size helicopter kit - we recommend the Phoenixtech 600ESP helicopter kit
- Helicopter flight controller - we recommend the BeastX MicroBeast Plus Flybarless System
- Electronic speed control (ESC) - we recommend the Castle Creations Phoenix Edge 130A ESC with 5A BEC
- Battery eliminator circuit (BEC) - we recommend the Castle Creations 20A BEC Pro
- Brushless motor - we recommend the Scorpion HKIV 4025-1100Kv Brushless Motor
- Three cyclic servos - we recommend the MKS HBL665 High Voltage Servo Multi-Pack (3 Servos)
- Tail servo - we recommend the MKS DS HBL980 Tail Servo
- 6 Cell 22.2V 5000 mAh LiPo Battery with EC5 connector - We recommend the Admiral 6 Cell 22.2V 5000 mAh LiPo Battery with EC5 Connector
- 8 Channel radio - select a minimum 8 channel radio with pitch and throttle curves from our Radio Collection
- 8 Channel receiver - select a minimum 8 channel receiver from our Receiver Collection
Optional:
Roban Scale Helicopters are intended for modelers who have advanced level building skills. Both ARF and KIT product formats require you to install your own electronics (ESC, servos, motor, etc). KIT product formats also require you to install your own helicopter mechanics. Because helicopter mechanics can vary greatly in size and shape, you may be required to modify the fuselage slightly (including cutting, drilling, etc.) to achieve a perfect fit. Roban fuselages are all handmade from fiberglass and therefore may have slight variation in tolerances between body panels, doors, or windows. These variations do not affect flight performance and can be easily adjusted by an experienced builder with proper tools. These precautions are intended for novice builders; an experienced modeler should have no issue achieving perfect results with these premiere scale helicopters kits.
Product Specifications:
Class / Size |
600 |
Power Type |
Electric |
Rotor Type |
Collective Pitch |
Body Material |
Fiberglass |
Overall Size (L x W x H) |
1260 x 350 x 480mm |
Flying Weight |
1353g |
Main Rotor Diameter |
N/A |
Main Rotor Blade Length |
N/A |
Tail Rotor Diameter |
N/A |
Tail Rotor Blade Length |
N/A |
Tail Drive Type |
Torque Tube |
Cyclic Servos |
3x MKS HBL665 - MKS6005-003 |
Tail Servo |
1x MKS HBL980 - MKS-HBL980 |
Power System |
1100Kv Brushless Motor |
Electronic Speed Control |
130A High Voltage with EC5 Connector |
Recommended Battery |
6S 22.2V 5000 mAh LiPo with EC5 Connector |
Battery Compartment Size (L x W x H) |
N/A |
Required Radio |
7 Channel |
Skill Level |
Advanced |
Build Time |
4+ Hours |
Recommended Environment |
Outdoors |
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600ESP kit: https://tinyurl.com/600ESP-Clone ~$190
FBL Head Conversion Kit: https://tinyurl.com/FBL-Conv-Kit ~$30
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Product Updates:
- March 6, 2018 - This kit will fit the Trex 600 Pro EFL models. No frames are included in this kit. Stock mechanics simply slide in and bolt to the frame.
If you need any additional assistance, please visit the Motion RC Help Center
Roban 600 Size MD-500 Magnum PI Tail Fin Set
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This kit arrived nicely packed with no damage. The paint is stunning and better in person that pictures can do justice. There are alot of things that are not covered...read moreThis kit arrived nicely packed with no damage. The paint is stunning and better in person that pictures can do justice. There are alot of things that are not covered by the instructions but if you are a good modeler you will be fine. I had to do alot of research on the internet on the real MD-500 for skids and other adjustments. You have to cut the tail boom to fit your chassis so measure twice and cut once. Also, the tail servo would not fit the compartment so I custom made a servo attachment to the top of the internal boom in order for it to fit. I also did not want to cut any holes in the fiberglass boom so I epoxied a flexible cable setup to the internal boom to control the tail feathers. This is awesome and a better scale look. In control the CG with batteries and found the best setup are two 6S 4000 in parallel that also increases my flight time. I am so glad I purchased this kit and everyone at the field just loves it. For flying, you need to set the main rotor rpm and pitch to be more stock. Using a 3D chassis has the rotor speed much too high and you will not be flying this doing any 3D stuff.
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Hughes MD500G
The finish is nice. Went together really well. Door windows are the only thing I don’t like there not as clear as the windows. I am not using them. I would...read moreThe finish is nice. Went together really well. Door windows are the only thing I don’t like there not as clear as the windows. I am not using them. I would definitely buy more of this product.
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Roban MD500E G-Jive 600 siza scale conversion kit.
Wow item arrives very quick and no damage at all. Double box packing with all parts secure inside inner box.Great quality and not one scratch on the paint! Hinges seems...read moreWow item arrives very quick and no damage at all. Double box packing with all parts secure inside inner box.Great quality and not one scratch on the paint! Hinges seems very delicate as all comments from all Roban owners. Hope Roban adress that after so many complaints about theirs hinges. But other that that the product is second to none! This is my first Roban fuselage and hope will not be the last. This is not a regular arf. You need some assembly experience to complete it. Think the MD 500 is the easier to assemble in their line.
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Goede kwaliteit, perfect verpakt.
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Roban MD 500 E
Great kit well made paint and colors Beautiful great Craftsmanship
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Roban MD-500E G-Jive Blue 600 Size Helicopter Scale Conversion - KIT
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