Bluster 400 3-D is a miniature electric-powered helicopter which boasts all the performance and flight handling of much larger models. It is controlled using collective pitch and a Bell/Hiller main rotor mixer linkage, i.e. we have not adopted any compromises which would have an adverse effect on flight control.
This means that Bluster 400 3-D is not a simplified heli - it actually has all the parts of a bigger RC heli.
The result is that the Bluster 4003-D can even be flown in quite strong winds without problems, in spite of its diminutive size. The potential flight time per battery charge naturally varies according to the model´s set-up and the pilot´s flying style. We consider this to be a true "parkfly" heli.
Description
The motor speed control and collective pitch are coupled together using a computer aero transmitter with the special helicopter options (mc-12 mc-24) obviously offers certain advantages over the lower cost one.
The model´s strong, lightweight chassis consists of nylon components, while the tail boom, boom braces and skids are made of aluminium. The stabilisers comprise extremely lightweight GRP frames which can be installed “open” (for 3-D aerobatics), or “closed” (using the film decals supplied) to produce conventional stabiliser panels which are easier to see in flight.
The motor drives the main rotor by means of a single-stage gearbox with an integral auto-rotation freewheel - by no means a standard feature in this size of model. The tail rotor is driven directly by the motor via a ballraced carbon fibre shaft
