Align T-REX 500X (Belt Drive) TOP Combo (RCE-BL80A ESC) - RH50E22XT
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Experienced in numerous of innovations, the brand new T-REX 500XT is now ready to go. More attractive and creative design ideas are all in here, it absolutely would be your favorite T-REX 500XT model ever.
Refresh and refine, T-REX 500XT adapt with brand new FL rotor head system, utilizes an extremely low CG design which reduces resistance during 3D maneuvers while increasing flight responsiveness and precision. A progressive design adds a gloss silver and red anodizing appearance which continue our quality development based on our 700 class helicopter. The T-REX 500XT main frame utilizes composite material integration technology on carbon side frame plates, including the addition of battery mounting side rails, and a top motor mount design. Innovative adjustable belt guide pulley, allows a convenient way to adjust the belt tension by releasing or tightening the screw. The screw is used to maintain optimal belt tension over time to keep the best. Also T-REX 500XT landing skid is tilted 5 degrees forward to improve crashworthiness.
T-REX 500XT utilizes 470mm main blades and 520MX(1600KV/3527) motor with 20% power upgrades than the original 1600KV/3225 motor. The latest new RCE-BL80X Brushless ESC support dual BEC output from 6 ~ 8.4V providing efficient and superior power. The NEW DS530M/DS535M digital servos are with extreme torque and speed response allow to support faster, more precise and accurate flight performance.
Equipped with all the top end electronic devices, T-REX 500XT is as stable and powerful like the large scale helicopters. It is about to re-define the 500-class helicopters in your mind.
New extended 470mm main blades for T-REX 500XT effectively improve the flying stability and power performance. Enhance the power for better control allow to enjoy T-REX 500XT flights same like other large size helicopters.
New 78 size tail blades are longer in length and offer superior and precise tail holding performance, even during demanding 3D flight.
The brand new low CG 500FL Flybarless Rotor Head System utilizes the precision grinding of high-carbon steel hollow shaft effectively increase its concentricity. Allow to reduce resistance during 3D maneuvers, increased flight responsiveness and precision. In addition, the styling appearance harmony with red anodized and stainless color, bring out the high quality just like 700 size 3D helicopter.
New Swashplate design with precise bearings features in zero slop delivering a precise and accurate controlled flight.
New 520MX(1600KV/3527) motor features high efficiency, superior power, excellent torque, low current draw, and a low operating temperature. Allow to provide maintaining consistent torque and head speed through continuous 3D maneuvers.
Brand new CNC metal reinforcement plate and brace compare with frame mounting bolt effectively increase the torsional strength of main frame, under extreme 3D maneuver, you can strongly feel its solid reinforcement from its structure. In addition, the styling appearance harmony with red anodized and stainless color bring out the high tactile appeal.
Carbon fiber side frame plates are manufactured using a proprietary composite material integration technology which integrates the battery mounting rails into the frame. This unique use of open spaces within the frame creates a rigid frame and is aesthetically pleasing.
An additional 3rd main shaft bearing block increases the strength of the main frame while improving 3D flight.
RCE-BL80A is specially designed for T-REX 500XT providing higher currency output and support for high voltage servos with an internal BEC output from 6V to 8.4V which can be set up based on servo specification.
Brand new latching battery tray which utilizes integrated mounting rails inside the frames to simplify insertion / removal of battery while providing protection for the battery.
DS530M HV Cyclic and DS535M HV Rudder servos support up to 8.4V for superior responsiveness, extreme torque, and improved performance.
Innovative adjustable belt guide pulley, allows a convenient way to adjust the belt tension by releasing or tightening the screw. The screw is used to maintain optimal belt tension over time.
Brand New Belt Drive Assembly design allow for quiet operation and low cost on serviceability.
Ultilize of strengthen main gear case features in using larger bearing has a higher load carry capacity which reduces the loss of momentum and improves the efficiency, speed, and smoothness of the main rotor. The new main gear case and all-metal central pulley transmission system is an efficient design to deliver the ultimate performance.
Landing skid is tilted 5 degrees forward to improve crashworthiness.
A 19mm wide Tail Boom to improves the torsional strength.
Carbon Fiber Tail Control Rod is practical and improves the helicopters tail control.
The newly designed dual point supported tail control assembly delivers slop free performance while improving rudder resolution and precision.
The new tail rotor holder design includes thrust bearings which increases durability, as well as significantly improving the accuracy and efficiency of the tail performance when using 78 size Tail Blades.
Standard equipment
•Microbeast PLUS Flybarless System x 1 set•RCE-BL80A Brushless ESC x 1
•520MX Brushless Motor(1600KV/3527) x 1
•DS530M Digital servo x 3
•DS535M Digital servo x 1
Specification
• Length: 935mm• Height: 259mm
• Width: 151mm
• Main Blade Length: 470mm
• Main Rotor Diameter: 1054mm
• Tail Rotor Diameter: 219mm
• Motor Pinion Gear: 12T
• Main Drive Gear: 134T
• Main Drive Pulley: 80T
• Tail Drive Gear: 21T
• Drive Gear Ratio: 11.17:1:3.81
• Weight(w/o battery): approx. 1450g
Accessories
•T-REX 500X KIT Set x 1•Microbeast PLUS Flybarless System x 1 set
•470 Carbon Fiber Blades x 1
•78 Tail Rotor Blade x 1
•520MX Brushless Motor(1600KV/3527) x 1
•DS530M Digital servo x 3
•DS535M Digital servo x 1
•RCE-BL80A Brushless ESC x 1
Radio transmitter and electronic equipment required for assembly:
•Transmitter(6-channel or more, helicopter system)
•Receiver(6-channel or more)
•6S Li-Po 2600 ~ 3300mAh (3300mAh suggestion) PLU50-33006 or PLU70-33006
•Digital Pitch Gauge
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RH50E22XT |
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8.5 lb |
Product Spare Parts
Electronics
Customer Reviews
I have been flying RC heli's for over 20 years and flown a half dozen brands. When I bought my first Trex product around 15-18 years ago I knew I had found the best products on the market. This 500X is my 5th Trex and it clearly shows Align has continued to refine and improve their products.
The kit is very well thought out, packaged and has very good instructions as usual. The Microbeast FBL controller is OK and does the job. I do wish Align would offer a top combo w/o a FBL unit included OR a choice of brands. I find the IKON2 and MSHeli Brain2 to be a generation ahead of the Microbeast. With their on board Bluetooth integrated controllers, set up and adjustments thru a cell phone app can be done at the field and are definitely a step ahead of the MB.
Other than that, as usual no missing parts and everything fits perfectly. This heli is solid as a rock in hover, like looking at a photograph. Very predictable, responsive and adjustable characteristics. I haven't really given it a torture test yet and am still dialing in the control settings. (which would happen much faster with a connected phone app)
I can tell it will be more fun to fly than my 450's, but I can also say my Trex 600 nitros are still king of the mountain.
I did have a nasty tail wag issue that was defying correction. It turned out to be some vibration affecting the FBL controller. I had used the stock 2 sided foam tape that came with the Microbeast. At the suggestion on a Helidirect tech I tried remounting it with 2 sided, clear Gorilla mounting tape. Immediately the issue was solved.
The suggested battery size goes up to 3300mah. But before you buy some, check the battery dimensions very carefully. The 3300's I ordered wouldn't fit in the fuselage, luckily rcbattery.com accepted their return and gave a full refund. The 3000mah's helidirect sells on the other hand fit perfectly. https://www.helidirect.com/products/pulse-3000mah-50c-22-2v-6s-lipo-battery-ec5-connector
This is also my first experience with a belt drive tail rotor. Simple, less parts and seems to work very smooth.
Satisfied customer here! This is one mean machine which I would highly recommend!
This is my second Align heli and it does not disappoint. Took it to the field yesterday for the maiden and what a sweet ride she is. Hovers like there is no tomorrow and only had to tweek the gyro a tad to keep from over shooting on a pyro. HeliDirect is a great company and the folks there are ever so helpful!!
This is my first helicopter in over 20 years. Its great to be back in the hobby. Kit is very high quality, and comes with everything but receiver, battery, transmitter and charger. Customer service has been great. Answered all my questions in a timely manner.
First helidirect was quick on shipping and to work with. The kit went together flawlessly, couldn't be happier. Like I said cluck buy service and the kit are top notch.
Goes together easy enough. Spend a little time with the instructions before you build. Pay close attention to the tail and rotor head components. Clean all screws with alcohol. Helicopter flys great. I highly recommend it.
This is my first heli kit. The build instructions could be a little more detailed (for a newbie).
Otherwise a great kit. Highly recommend!
It's a great flying heli that is your usual excellent deal from Align. The only problem I ran into during the build was a couple holes in the main frame were a tiny bit off..not to big a deal that was easily fixed. If you are in the market for a 500 sized heli I wouldn't hesitate for a second to get one these. As always every time I've dealt with helidirect it's been great and the shipping is super fast.
Great heli fast shipping. Thanks
Let me start by saying I am no stranger to Helicopters, I have built a scale Dauphin with Align mechanics (purchased from Helidirect) that made the cover of RC Heli pilot magazine. Over the years, I have built and flown over 30 helis ranging from Trex 250's to a 7 foot fully functional Airwolf.
I was pleasantly surprised when I got this kit. So many of the things we used to have to buy as add-ons (after disposing of the OEM parts) are now standard: High voltage servos, 75A ESC with High voltage BEC, redesigned servo mounts, 3-point main shaft bearings, and more. I remember spending hundreds of dollars on upgrades to being the original TREX 500 up to this standard!
In fact, the only things I needed outside of the kit were batteries and a radio! (I did swap out the Microbeast for a Bavarian Demon in case I end up making a scale heli out of the mechanics later) I really like that all the major assemblies were pre-assembled, another far cry from the older kits. Yes, you do want to remove each screw, apply Loctite, and torque them down, but it's super easy to do one screw at a time, with the assembly already put together loosely.
If you are looking at a 500 class helicopter kit, I strongly recommend this one. You won't be unhappy! I have always stayed with Align, for the availability of parts (both OEM and aftermarket) from both Helidirect and the LHS.
Customer Reviews
I have been flying RC heli's for over 20 years and flown a half dozen brands. When I bought my first Trex product around 15-18 years ago I knew I had found the best products on the market. This 500X is my 5th Trex and it clearly shows Align has continued to refine and improve their products.
The kit is very well thought out, packaged and has very good instructions as usual. The Microbeast FBL controller is OK and does the job. I do wish Align would offer a top combo w/o a FBL unit included OR a choice of brands. I find the IKON2 and MSHeli Brain2 to be a generation ahead of the Microbeast. With their on board Bluetooth integrated controllers, set up and adjustments thru a cell phone app can be done at the field and are definitely a step ahead of the MB.
Other than that, as usual no missing parts and everything fits perfectly. This heli is solid as a rock in hover, like looking at a photograph. Very predictable, responsive and adjustable characteristics. I haven't really given it a torture test yet and am still dialing in the control settings. (which would happen much faster with a connected phone app)
I can tell it will be more fun to fly than my 450's, but I can also say my Trex 600 nitros are still king of the mountain.
I did have a nasty tail wag issue that was defying correction. It turned out to be some vibration affecting the FBL controller. I had used the stock 2 sided foam tape that came with the Microbeast. At the suggestion on a Helidirect tech I tried remounting it with 2 sided, clear Gorilla mounting tape. Immediately the issue was solved.
The suggested battery size goes up to 3300mah. But before you buy some, check the battery dimensions very carefully. The 3300's I ordered wouldn't fit in the fuselage, luckily rcbattery.com accepted their return and gave a full refund. The 3000mah's helidirect sells on the other hand fit perfectly. https://www.helidirect.com/products/pulse-3000mah-50c-22-2v-6s-lipo-battery-ec5-connector
This is also my first experience with a belt drive tail rotor. Simple, less parts and seems to work very smooth.
Satisfied customer here! This is one mean machine which I would highly recommend!
This is my second Align heli and it does not disappoint. Took it to the field yesterday for the maiden and what a sweet ride she is. Hovers like there is no tomorrow and only had to tweek the gyro a tad to keep from over shooting on a pyro. HeliDirect is a great company and the folks there are ever so helpful!!
This is my first helicopter in over 20 years. Its great to be back in the hobby. Kit is very high quality, and comes with everything but receiver, battery, transmitter and charger. Customer service has been great. Answered all my questions in a timely manner.
First helidirect was quick on shipping and to work with. The kit went together flawlessly, couldn't be happier. Like I said cluck buy service and the kit are top notch.
Goes together easy enough. Spend a little time with the instructions before you build. Pay close attention to the tail and rotor head components. Clean all screws with alcohol. Helicopter flys great. I highly recommend it.
This is my first heli kit. The build instructions could be a little more detailed (for a newbie).
Otherwise a great kit. Highly recommend!
It's a great flying heli that is your usual excellent deal from Align. The only problem I ran into during the build was a couple holes in the main frame were a tiny bit off..not to big a deal that was easily fixed. If you are in the market for a 500 sized heli I wouldn't hesitate for a second to get one these. As always every time I've dealt with helidirect it's been great and the shipping is super fast.
Great heli fast shipping. Thanks
Let me start by saying I am no stranger to Helicopters, I have built a scale Dauphin with Align mechanics (purchased from Helidirect) that made the cover of RC Heli pilot magazine. Over the years, I have built and flown over 30 helis ranging from Trex 250's to a 7 foot fully functional Airwolf.
I was pleasantly surprised when I got this kit. So many of the things we used to have to buy as add-ons (after disposing of the OEM parts) are now standard: High voltage servos, 75A ESC with High voltage BEC, redesigned servo mounts, 3-point main shaft bearings, and more. I remember spending hundreds of dollars on upgrades to being the original TREX 500 up to this standard!
In fact, the only things I needed outside of the kit were batteries and a radio! (I did swap out the Microbeast for a Bavarian Demon in case I end up making a scale heli out of the mechanics later) I really like that all the major assemblies were pre-assembled, another far cry from the older kits. Yes, you do want to remove each screw, apply Loctite, and torque them down, but it's super easy to do one screw at a time, with the assembly already put together loosely.
If you are looking at a 500 class helicopter kit, I strongly recommend this one. You won't be unhappy! I have always stayed with Align, for the availability of parts (both OEM and aftermarket) from both Helidirect and the LHS.