This is probably the first question asked about model radio controlled airplanes.Below is a list of prices and equipment you will need to start your flying hobby.Flying RC airplanes is not a low cost hobby, But it is worth every cent....It is expensive to start and you can (and probably will) get carried away.
ITEM |
LOW PRICE |
HIGH PRICE |
| Trainer type airplane ARF (almost ready to fly) kit takes about 10 hours to build. Royal 40 / Superstar 40 |
$99.00 | $135.00 |
| ENGINE / 40 size OS FX40 / Supertiger 40 / Thunder Tiger 40 |
$50.00 | $160.00 |
| Radio / includes 4 servos switches and battery pack Fataba / JR / Airtronics |
$125.00 4 channel |
$200.00 7 channel |
| Field equipment & flight box / used to fuel and start airplane | $30.00 by hand |
$120.00 electric |
| Fuel per. gal | $11.00 | $15.00 |
| Small tools / glue / misc. equipment You may have most items | $25.00 | $50.00 |
| Club membership (Based on Charlotte NC area clubs, will
depend on club...) $50 one time initiation fee. (Depends on club.) |
$45.00 $50.00 |
$50.00 and up $50.00 |
| AMA Membership, includes insurance and magazine (Required by most clubs) | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| THE BOTTOM LINE | $485.00 | $830.00 |
You can spend less if you buy used equipment, but be sure to get someone to check it out first!
You will be able to spend quite a bit more if you want to!
Prices are approximate for new equipment.....
Brand names are for example and are not recommendations...
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Changes last made on: 6/18/2002
