75" 26% MXS-R Discussion

[Aerobeez]

Own a 75" 26% MXS-R? Share your thoughts here

 

[gyro]

Own a 75" 26% MXS-R? Share your thoughts here

And for those who don't, check out the specs and manufacturer's description:

The MXS-R, featured in the Red Bull Air Racing Series, is yet another true classic. It is a newer model with better aerodynamics. It has won many awards in the Red Bull Air Racing Series. We have put great efforts to the design and built a 26% scaled model of this amazing aircraft to shares its great flight characteristics of speed, precision, and agility.

This MXS-R utilizes a 30-35cc gas engine for a true, realistic aerobatic flights. With its light weight, improved aerodynamic design, combining with a DLE 30cc power plant, it is bound to excel in 3D performance.

This MXS-R 26% scale model comes with alot of new upgrades and is built to last. It allows you to reach your full potential in extreme 3D flights.

Specifications:
Wing Span: 75" (1915 mm)
Length: 69" (1760 mm)
Wing Area: 888 sq in (57.3 sq dm)
Empty Weight: 7.8-8.6 lbs (3550-3800g)
Fly Weight: 9.2-10.6 lbs (4200-4800g)

Features:
1. New airframe designed for solid construction with light weight.
2. Superior build quality to allow for the most strenuous 3D flight profile.
3. Pre-hinged control surfaces for quick installation.
3. 2-piece removable wings and stabs for easy transit.
4. Symmetrical tail wing airfoil.
5. Premium grade hardware including ball linkage control system.
6. Cowl built with cowl ring to conceal the screws for a more elegant appearance.
7. Polyurethane wheels.
8. Covered in high quality Monokote skin with a beautiful scheme.
9. Safe servo straps
10. Supplied with good quality long servo arms.
11. Pre-drilled control horns.
12. Fiber glass wing box.
12. All hardware included.


Upgraded Carbon Fiber Version:
1. Carbon Fiber wing tube
2. Carbon Fiber tail wing tube
3. Carbon Fiber landing gear
4. Carbon Fiber tail wheel assemblies


Recommended power plant:
DLE30-V2
DLE35
EME35

 

[Aerobeez]

Thanks GYRO for filling in the info.

Recently we have tested it with the new DLE35RA. We found it to be a much better engine for the plane given the extra power. Here is a video of the MXS-R with DLE35RA..

[video=youtube;l4OXWLJYtcw]http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=l4OXWLJYtcw[/video]