XK - X450 - RTF VTOL - Unbox, Setup, Flights Inside & Outside
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- Опубликовано: 22 янв 2020
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00:01 Unboxing
22:00 Binding
23:35 Indoor Flight
31:42 Outdoor Flight
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I´m speechless!!! Mine arrived two hours ago and flew straight out of the box!!! As you said Brian, that´s something totally different, what a model!!! Thanks for your video, greetings from Portugal.
Sure is! Flying through doorways is something so cool!!!!!
I picked up one a couple of weeks ago just for kicks and giggles...love it....thanks for the fun Brian and camera crew
It is WAY better than I thought it was going to be!!!
I used to live in Fort Madison. Iowa is so pretty in the winter. Brian, don’t ever change buddy, you’re the best.
Thanks John - Nice to hear this. Had three "club types" trying to change me today (well, today and yesterday)...had to block two of them already - so sick of trolls.
I've just found your channel and have been running through your uploads... Fantastic content... Really enjoyed the XK EC145/K124 unboxing. As I am someone who is thinking of trying this hobby I find your videos informative and entertaining. I am thinking of getting the XK - X450 as a first model....
I'm so glad you're here with us! We have about 1300 videos up now, so plenty of content to keep you busy for a few years :) LOL
Hope you do get into the hobby. We're here to help when and if you do!
This is with out a doubt, one of the most fun RC aircraft I own. I'm primarily a quad pilot, but this thing is amazing. Can fly in the typical yard in quad mode or will scream in airplane mode. In fact I ordered another one. There is one thing. I strongly suggest upgrading the motor servos to metal ones. I came in and clipped my neighbors house. Not a bad crash but destroyed the servo gears on one motor. Since I sell plastics for a living, these gears are generally made from Acetal. The same materials used in your faucet. The problem, Acetal has no ductility or toughness. They basically shatter.
I totally agree. Metal Gear Servos are a must. BTW, I fixed mine and have flown it again...what a FUN VTOL!!!
The snow shots are Awesome.! I've been on the fence about buying one of these. Now I gotta have one. I don't have any snow but I'm still getting one. As Always, Fantastic work Camera Crew. Keep up the good work you two.
Thanks! I felt the same way - the SNOW was AWESOME!!! Wish I wouldn't have crashed it...was gonna go fly in the creek area. Maybe I should still do that too later on?
@@BrianPhillipsRC Ya.! That would be cool. Maybe start that creek video with a segment on what it took to repair the plane after the crash.? Either way, please keep us posted on how easy it was to repair the damage.👍
So far, pretty easy...just fixed the arm that broke (motor pivot)...but still need a servo, or maybe I'll gut it and fix the servo, like I've done before. Not 100% sure. I've got another garbage bag waiting to be opened, and I'm always super reluctant to keep those garbage bags sitting too long, for fear my kids will throw it away - LOL :) JK.
Hello from Spain iam flaying 27 years and buyed it just for fun :-)))))) Your explication its for me the best from all , so tank you very much and now in this bad time i wish you and your famely all the best fom Alicante !!!!!!
Thank you Frank! We're glad you enjoyed the video ;) This plane is AWESOME!!! It's really fun, and super easy to fly!
Hey Brian been watching your vedios and reviews for years great job brother!!! Looks like you are having a ball 😆
Totally am! This thing was a blast, and I DID kill one servo :(.... BUT, I fixed the linkage that broke on that arm
Hi Brian and Hi to your Partner Camera Lady 📷... thank you heaps for this amazing 👏 Video 📹 💖... just bought that model here in Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 after days of despair to purchase the " E-Flite Convergence VTOL " from E-Flite and got " sorry discontinued " after numerous calls 📞 to all the RC Plane shops in Australia and online search ... then I found your Video and guess what I found your VTOL Model , the X450 Aviator by XKS ( the only one Left in Stock , lucky me ) from an RC Shop close to my place 🎉 ... going to fly it today , thanks to your Above and Beyond Video ... sold out I'm your new follower now... you and your partner are soooo fun 😅 ... my Recommendation " Introduce both of You at the Start of each Video for New comers to your Videos 📹 " ... God bless 🙌 you both ... P.S : E-Flite are stupid to have discontinued their Convergence VTOL 😢
i just bought one of these for my buddy for christmas......after watching your video i want to keep it for myself lolololol
It is a BLAST!!! Super fun, and wonderful example of a rare occasion where the Chinese version is BETTER than the Horizon Hobby version ;)
I’ve wanted this since last year when I watched your video, now I re watched it and done deal I have to have one of these just wish their was more batteries 🔋 for it.
Sweet video brother that plane made you act and sound like a kid again, awesome stuff.
Cheers 🍻
Awesome! Go for it!
Excellent and entertaining review, as usual. I’ve been wanting one of these for awhile but continue to hold off because they don’t seem very durable. I’m looking forward to your repair video. Thanks for the vids, y’all.
I can spare you the wait...even though I was able to fix the broken linkage on the end of the one arm, the other arm's servo got stripped out :(..... Sorry to disappoint. Definitely not super strong, but you CAN actually get parts :)
I added the parts to the description. Spare Servo (or TWO) and a Plastic Parts kit would be wise, but it's just such a different and awesome experience!
Brian Phillips Not disappointed at all. Appreciate the reply and the info. Being a newbie, I’ve learned so much from you and the camera crew. Really can’t thank you enough.
Very glad to help how I can! We've been very fortunate to have a great audience, and you're no exception! Keep coming back, and we can help you out with questions that come up. There's a LOT to learn, and seems like even after a lifetime of doing this and things like it, I'm ALWAYS learning something new.
Thank you your video really helped fig this thang out awsome.
Nice! Glad we could help. COOL AIRCRAFT!!!
Oh yeah! Love it. You could clear your driveway with it! ✈️👍😊
That would be COOL!
1St time I came across this video! I LOVE YOU GUYS... YOUR HILARIOUS AND FUNNY AT THE SAME TIME!!!! 😃
It snows here and I love how you showed us how it cleans your sidewalk... Hehe
I've been flying this bird since I needed more range and speed plus drone capability. I use it for my Sea Shepherd missions over the Lakes Region here in Laconia, New Hampshire... ☺
I've modified mine with fpv cameras for forward view and down below when needed. Plus have a prop Fowler which I never had to use here as the boaters seem well behaved compared to South Florida where I lived for 40yrs. Moved here 12yrs ago... I watch wildlife over the Lakes and if I need Law Enforcement I just call them while in flight... But like I said people here are more pleasant... 😃
I remember South Florida I flew Manatee rescue missions after boat(s) would run them over and cutting their flesh. I designed a prop Fowler of steel twine I flew then on my RC Sea Wolf helicopter over the Intracoastal Waterway and lakes... I have her on my channel in an air display before I moved here... ☺
But this X450 is really SICK!!! 😃
I love your nuances and comments about the government... Hahaha... LOL!!!! 😃
I'm subscribed NOW... When I gotta catch up on your videos... LOVE YOU GUYS... Made me LAUGH which I don't do much being alone and family in Georgia now. Plus I'm on disability since my open heart surgery 5yrs ago. But I'm ok...
Take care you 2... And God Bless you both! 😃
Glad to hear we can lift your spirits a little! Happy Father's Day!!!
So you herd your sheep with the VTOL??? That's a GREAT idea!
Great video! I have to confess that i've had this drone/plane for 3 months and never flown it. The instructions are 100% in Chinese.
It was super-easy to setup, but totally true - maybe 10% English 90% Chinese...almost doesn't qualify for "Chenglish" on this manual.
For as much business as these Chinese companies do, you'd think they'd have at least one employee that is fluent in English. BUT, I can't speak Chinese, so I shouldn't bash them...I'm also not trying to market items to the Chinese speaking public....hummm
All your vids are awsome thanks.very detailed.
Glad you like them! Thanks for stopping in 123windyron
I just received mine too Brian. What I do is coat all my foamies with urethane. It won't hurt the TPO foam. Since I sell plastics for a living it's technically Thermoplastic Polyolefin. A material I sell but in pellet form. I've test hovered mine a week or so ago. Flies OK. Not quite as stable as a true quadcopter. I also mounted a 5.8 ghz camera on mine for FPV.
Have your tried the vertical hover mode?!?! I couldn't believe how well it did!
@@BrianPhillipsRC Yes. It does great.
Great flight, and song. The song I can identify with for sure...
The song...
Great review and beautiful home.
Thanks Keith!
Looks like fun and stable enough. I’m still waiting for my xk beaver
I haven't done that one yet, but so many people reviewed it a few years back, but these XK aircraft are getting really good! I want them to break into the 1.2m scale already and get on with it!!!
Thank you guys.
you're welcome G Bro!
That's cool rc! I need to put that into my chart 😅😅😅 and again it gonna full with items
It is very cool! I like the JJRC one just a BIT better, as it has better lights -
But they're BOTH good!
XK X450 VTOL amzn.to/2GgLtLS / bit.ly/39XCOuj
JJRC MO2 VTOL amzn.to/2zwNvaV / bit.ly/2TTq4Qn
Nice video bro 😎💖
Thanks 🔥
I’ve been waiting for this day
I'm glad you're pleased with me ;) This thing is AWESOME! I want more and bigger ones!!!
Brian Phillips That is what the “Verizon Bobby” Convergence is for
Bryce - I'ts "Berison Bobby" I don't want any phone carriers on my case! LOL
Awesome flyer. That baby is cool!
for sure! soooo cool!
Brian, thanks. I am buying one of these. Bubba (below) is right you are an excellent pilot.
Thank you Gary; I'm glad you think so!
Amazing Video ! I am waiting for delivery of my XK 450.
Greetings from Germany
Thanks Roland! The XK 450 is so much fun!
I love it 😍🤙🏻
Me too! Great VTOL. So much fun, and very reasonable price too!!!
Great kitchen!
Glad you like it!
Oh forgot to mention... Any altitude you choose the left stick in the halfway 50% top position will maintain auto height in your stabilization...
The servo that broke can be ordered online separately... They carry every part for this aircraft online! You might want to switch to metal servos if you crash it. It can withstand more punishment. Or just order the stock plastic ones and fly carefully.... ☺
I experimented with 3 and 4 bladed props with mine for more lifting power... Mine is modified for the things I do with it... But the stock prop gives the best aspect ratio in all modes...
Remember to "Transition!" Hehe 😃
Take care and God Bless you both! ❤
Thanks! Agreed totally about metal gear servos.
I've only seen the Rx and Servos...but maybe I wasn't looking too hard ;)
Love this VTOL - it's AWESOME and VERY fun!!! I've been flying more carefully with it, and it's JJRC counterpart, and they're both GREAT! It's one of the FEW examples of being significantly BETTER than the Horizon Hobby offering (Mini Convergence VTOL)
Nice Planes!!!
thanks shawn!
We love looking at snow from the cockpit of our sailboat in Key West, Florida......
you are brutal ;) Thank for the poke!!! Enjoy that weather, we're still plowing the snow and freezing our buns off every day!!!
Hey Brian you did a review of all your VTOL did the xk x450 win the best if not let me know the best one, thanks Brian for all of the reviews you do you sell me on a idem and stay away from your unhappy ones, I know there are others out there that do what you do but you are the best off them all, your honest you love R/C as do I and thanks for the link on the airbus it was sold out but I put my money down for the next one,take care and thank you good night from Las Vegas NV
I liked the JJRC BEST, since it has a better looking body, and better (Top and Bottom) LED's...
ruclips.net/p/PLXTH0DstRDc4VKLcfsoAFR369hv_0Uyxy
JJRC MO2 VTOL - amzn.to/2zwNvaV / bit.ly/2TTq4Qn BG
XK X450 VTOL - amzn.to/2GgLtLS / bit.ly/39XCOuj BG
Thanks Erick!
The only thing cooler than the plane is listening to your inner child joy and enthusiasm while flying it lol. Might have to get one of these myself 🙂
I'm glad you can see it! This was awesome!!! You may have to get one.
@@BrianPhillipsRC Oh absolutely, I love it lol. Yeah, I just might. I have next to no (successful) experience with operating anything RC that flies and don't really know much about the costs etc. but it sure looks fun! I do have a small RC Millennium Falcon quad toy and a Black Hawk Helicopter but that's really about it..I'm sure no pilot lol. If I can't fly it at least I could look at it from time to time lol :-)
Those are the type of items that are fun to play with for a while, but when you really get into it, you'll have 75 of them sitting around taunting you when the weather is crappy ;) LOL
@@BrianPhillipsRC Sounds like the voice of experience! 75 of these things is probably way out of my budget but your point is well understood. Great, something else in life to taunt me..awesome! lol
75 doesn't happen over night :) It takes a lot of time to build up such a huge surplus of aircraft!
Gotta start somewhere.
Glad you're here with us Kayla!
im still waiting for mine, its been a month cant wait to get it and fly.
Wow, one month is a long wait!!!
That rtf airplane looks better than others rtf micro plane
Well, to be totally fair, it's not really a plane....and it's more expensive too....but not by much - THREE BRUSHLESS MOTORS!!!
watch out for the motor servos, they are plastic geared and can not take any crash that hits the props. I got a bad unit that flipped from a bad FC. I bought a new FC and hid a hover test everything seamed great until I went to winged flight. The servo got to it's striped gears and stopped working causing the craft to crash. Just spend the few extra bucks and get the craft that all these are copying from. The Mini Convergence.
Might not be a bad idea ;) HH has a way of making a good item...
goodjob!
thanks!
Hello Brian Great Airplane😁😁😁😉
I agree Master Steel! Awesome fun!
@@BrianPhillipsRC yes Im folow its Great Chanel😁😁😁🏆🏆🏆🍻🍻🍻🍻
Wow what a house you could fly out over those Fields.
Yes, and I do :) Stay tuned, we have some BIG plans for the property!!!
Cool dude when fly airplanes I'm sure I'm like you ,left stick elevator aileron right stick throttle rudder . I hit V mode tonight did well ! Will try 6g tomorrow,,, maybe ? ,, seems like it needs a lot of speed to stay stable, guess I'll have to put on my big boy pants 😝
I love flying this thing!
Brian, I forgot to mention it can make right turns using your left stick and move in the direction your turning your right stick... It HAS differential thrust, YES!!! ☺
Be gentle when doing this to avoid crashes. Always have some height also when you "TRANSITION!" Haha... LOL (I noticed your wife laughs at that.)
Wanna flip someone the bird, just go VERTICLE! Hahaha... LOL
LOVE YOU GUYS... I've watched this video 4 TIMES... Made me feel HUMAN! ☺
God Bless you both... ❤
I'm glad you enjoyed the Transitions - LOL ;)
Glad you're helping run up the view counters - LOL!!! Glad you stopped in again, thanks!
I was looking for dents in your hallway You make it look so easy.
The hallway was a bit challenging...I should have flown over the railing and down the stairway, into the basement...opportunity missed!!!
I have had mine for about two weeks, one of my favorite aircraft presently. Seeing this thing is so easy to fly, you should let your wife fly and you film, that would make for a fun video....
She might, but gets really nervous and crashes instantly - it's comical, but she CAN do it...she just clams up and hates when I put her on the spot - LOL :) I don't want to make her too mad, or we will lose out wonderful camera crew!!!
Lol, every time you said transitioning I kept think you would end up looking like Caitlyn Jenner. Lol... that was Awesome... think I’ll grab one for this summer.
Careful what you're grabbing ;) Just saying....you never know.....
Wow your weather sucks. That's alright so does mine. I'm about ready for it to stop snowing and be warm again
yep, it's be crappppppy, this and last and the previous week! I have a snow mound so big I can't see over it from the middle of the pile...that's two weeks worth of snow from just in front of the garage!
Eh been looking at several new WL Toys This one has my attention most do not know XK is wl tech like gmc is chevy or lincoln is ford..I got tons of wl toys not an issue with me. AWESOME I tripped across your channel I was looking at the XK A800...I got one on the way. And now I am looking at this X450/X420 might do it, well we both know I have to hahahahahahahahah
If you like this one, you MIGHT think about the JJRC one...somewhat better, and cheaper (Well sometimes the prices change back and forth...china can't every make up it's mind - LOL)
XK X450 VTOL amzn.to/2GgLtLS / bit.ly/39XCOuj
JJRC MO2 VTOL amzn.to/2zwNvaV / bit.ly/2TTq4Qn
@@BrianPhillipsRC Looked at the JJRC now I gotta add it all up and see...Thanks I did not know JJRC did one
I got it.. it's wonderful model!!!! thanks a lot. what does the stuck mode button need?
Humm...I can't place the "Stuck mode button" from this video - if you time stamp your question, I might be able to answer for you...otherwise, thanks! It is an amazing, super fun aircraft!!!
Hi Brian 👋 can i upgrade the Batteries to a more Powerful battery with modifying the Centre of Cravity of the Plane ? Please... what would you recommend me ? Please
The best like
Thanks!
Заказывай теперь запчасти из китая.. Я тоже разбил свой на третий день)) .Заказал запчасти и новый самолет. Жду не дождусь никак!
I agree - spar parts are a good idea for this aircraft, BUT I have a plethora of crashed stuff from which to pull gears and servos to get fixed up and flight worthy again ;)
Any idea what this aircraft does if it failsafes? For example if flying in airplane mode and loses signal? What does it do? Does it go to hover mode and land or just drop?
Sorry Chris, I haven't tested it, and hope I never have to!!!
What I can say for sure, I only KNOW the Mini Convergence will go into hover mode when the voltage gets low. Also, I can say for sure the "forward flight mode" out of 6G is a HUGE handful of crazy beans...I wouldn't recommend it, and be READY to flip to hover mode like ASAP when you make a slow turn, as you will almost certainly fall into an uncontrollable flat spin. I've had it happen with this, and the JJRC M02...but can't say I remember having this happen on the Mini Convergence.
Love the garbage bag reference ;). Where you been?
I've been right here :) More coming soon ;)
Brian. Love all your videos. Got a question. Can this be configured to a Spectrum Transmitter.
I don't know how to do it if you can.
I really love something about these packages.............. try guess
LOL ;)
Can this transmitter used in xk 110s heli
Hi brian would you do the volantex p51
I have a garbage bag covering a special package for you...next up - SHHHHHHHHHHH, it's a secret!!!
Hello I just got the X450 the manual is very confusing I'm able to fly it around my house " the cats hate me " when you showed how down and opposite sticks does that engage to Gyroz? I was able to start the motors by holding the "take off " button thanks love your videos!! ,,Scott in Denver. Oh what is the difference between mode 1 & 2 have not tried mode 1 yet or 6G mode yet
Thanks Scott! Mode 1 and Mode 2 are different control layouts on the sticks of the Transmitter.
Might want to google this, since you'll have a diagram them ;) I fly MODE 2 all the time, but Mode 1 is kinda the "other" popular mode, whereas some some use Mode 3 and even less popular Mode 4.
The OTHER modes you're talking about are 3D/6G (Stabilizer and Auto-Leveling) and the "other mode" - Off...I think (sorry). This speaks to the amount of flight aid that comes from the flight controller, BUT in a VTOL, there's always quite a bit of help. Even in "forward" flight mode (P.S. don't do that in the house - LOL) there's quite a bit of help.
The RCSaylors reviewed this same bird. Theirs was the JJRC M02, but I believe it is identical. They had the same result you did.
The RC Saylors review all the same things I do ;) BUT, they have a little more traction, since they've been around for a little while longer.
True, but I doubt they're copying me. We just have some of the same interests. Of course I want to crush them in RUclips stats, but I 'm glad they're having success! Good for them ;) They deserve their success, as they've worked hard for it too!!! The weird and cool thing about RUclips is that since anyone can do it, and there's so many different tastes that even if 10 people reviewed the same plane, we'd all have our own spin, and market to reach. If you REALLY want to know if something is good, you can bounce around from one channel to the next and get a great feel for the quality, looks, setup, and flight characteristics.
Only issue for the plethora of RC reviewers on RUclips is tat we all want you guys to buy from our respective links :) That way we can help fund our habits! LOL
Just got mine and the charger blinks when it's not connected but turns solid wheh I plug battery in. Any idea why? Could anyone recommend a good charger? Thank you
No biggie, they do change these things from time to time. Whatever the light is when you're NOT plugged in, is generally the condition that expresses that the pack is charged.
As for another charger, If you've just got the one VTOL, I'd stick with the one that came with, but I can share a few options below if you really want to charge faster...
Balance Charger amzn.to/2IxmRla
Parallel Board amzn.to/2uduI1v (Make sure you get adapters to fit your lipo ends)
SMART Chargers bit.ly/32qiuBD (you'll need to get the adapter cables for this style)
Explain please how to change to mode 1 throttle right hand. I can switch the transmitter but it wont work properly
I'm sorry but have no idea how to do it...but I've heard some grumblings that it can be done on certain aircraft.
@@theoztreecrasher2647 untill this point ive bin..doin so. But then the motors will not start and one time they did start i couldnt stop them anymore and a had to take the battery out to stop them. In mode 2 you start the motors by holding the sticks down to the outside..how you start them in mode 1 ? And how to stop them in mode 1 ? Thanks in advance
Very good video, it was like watching myself when I got mine I went from crashing a micro copter into the ceiling fan never flown before to one of these I have only ventured into 3D once that was hairy so knowing I was going to crash it in the 3D I bought a second well it was the JJRC M02 a Black friday deal 70% off a very good copy better in come ways copy with a better transmitter, so now when it stop's raining I can go out and learn to fly better so I can brave the 3D mode knowing I have another 90% the same so I can still have fun.
The key is to be soft with the transmitter no really fast inputs, trouble os I last used a stick transmitter was forty plus years ago, I run 5th scale gas offroad truck's and buggies mainly I have a couple of 6th & 7th scale electric trophy truck's of which you dont need to be so gentle with the input I have a 1/4th scale electric bike that I still haven't mastered after ten plus years of owning it, never flown before early december.
So loved your reaction the same as so many others on YT so much fun, why did I not learn to fly before, the answer it did not exist until not that long ago and it is to do with the new electronic's available now and someones idea ofmarrying a plane with a multirotor brilliant, wish it had been my idea, my doctor said I needed a stress buster and once I had mastered the basic's I was like you every time I go out it has me laughing, not sure if I even want to go further into drone was the idea until I saw this on YT so plane drone a drone to film me beating on my truck;s and buggies ?????????????
Flying is so different than many other RC disciplines, far less forgiving, but I feel that it's far more rewarding!!! I've done cars and truck, and all sorts of other cool RC contraptions, but planes are by far my favorite ;) This little VTOL suprized the heck out of me!!! It was absolutely amazing!
@@BrianPhillipsRC It is the crashing that take's the shine of a bit, as it is usually terminal for the plane, and as I have this and the JJRC version I have it covered, I need to get a drone to capture foorage of the fifth scale gas, but after flying the two versions they are very fast in both plane and multicopter I am leaning towards a plane but I need to gain confidence in the 3D mode, although not all planes are also.
These are made easier to fly for the newbie by the electronics they have so maybe a plane with the same electric's is where I need to go, but I am hooked.
Planes are most definitely not created equally. Some are fairly easy to fly, and others are VERY hard to fly... If you can fly a quad, you can fly a plane, but you need a runway and some room for a plane, whereas with a quad, you can go fly in a fairly tight space.
@@BrianPhillipsRC There are quite a few that do not need more than three foot to take off and land, others you launch by hand and if good carch it also, the question is which of them the XK and JJRC can have a camera mounted in the nose to point either down or forward at an angle, I could mount an fpv camera on the canopy as I beleive they can both be plugged into the controller, not certain as it is all new to me as I have 40+ years with gas and an occassional foray into nitro, but just recently I have got a 1/6th & 1/7th scale electric trophy truck's and that got me accepting electric as a form of power, but at a cost ruined a brand pair of maxamps 4S batteries, left them plugged into the truck for a week while away doh a very expensive one.
Ouch.....lipos are not very friendly when you over-discharge them... HOWEVER, you might be able to get them back! Did you know, you can charge the lipos on balance charger, and creep the charge up using another setting....BUT be super diligent, and very careful. You might even do it on a back patio (concrete) or something like this, just in case one would catch on fire...which they really shouldn't. You can charge one cell at a time too, if you want. You can also put two (or more) packs in parallel, to get the voltage up high enough to be "recognized" by the balance charger. There's lots of ways to get them "back", if they aren't already puffed, or broken in half....but seriously be careful. This is one of the only REAL risks in the hobby. You seem like you know enough about this stuff to keep out of the hospital :) Good luck, either way!
I have that plane ...how do you fix the uneven lipo battery?
I got it closer by charging each cell separately, but mine is still out of wack a bit... I have a video about how to do it here - ruclips.net/video/DP1-VBNJmsg/видео.html
This video is hidden away in one of my obscure playlists called "Non-Plane Videos"
Love the plane just wish it didn`t break so easy! I have seen many video`s on it and it always seems to break easily after small crashes! It has plastic servo`s that when tweeked at all by hitting ground or plants, ect., just breaks. Have to fly this one carefully, or it quickly becomes paper weight. Dude, Love your video`s though!
I agree - it's easy to brick this VTOL, BUT, I've already fixed mine once, and just used spare parts from other planes in the "junk yard" - LOL - This thing is a blast to fly!
Brian, do you fly all Of your planes in the winter? Wind and snow permitting.
Well, some I don't because they just get really dirty with wet ground, like my nice (big) airliners....but otherwise, I fly some during the winter. It's definitely weather dependent, but I push the envelope more than some.
Soon due to FAA, we'll have to fly by the "cover of night" ...maybe I should start making them all camo now :)
Skip to 39:00 to see the plastic gear servo break.
Not trying to hide anything here - but up to that point it was AMAZING!!! Also, the replacement parts ARE actually available!!! Something that's UNHEARD OF at banggood, or any other website offering RTF aircraft, beyond maybe the occasionally spare battery or prop.
Either way, glad you stopped in ;)
hi brian i bought the xk 450 after watching your video on last year . .ive not seen you fly the xk 520 vtol though? maybe you didnt do that one? id love to have seen what you think about it ? kelv in spain
I actually ordered it and it never came ;( It was eventually just cancels, since it was out of stock for so long. I'd do it FOR SURE!
I'll RE-check into this, as this is a very cool plane
@@BrianPhillipsRC yea I have one a those but don't watch to take it up if I can see you fly it first 👍
First,,whoever put the thumbs down,,tell your moms to quit calling me!!!,,,,Mr. Brian I can hear the wind outside your house on surround sound here in Tennessee! Holy Blizzards Batman! I believe I'm gonna pull the trigger on this Bird. So cool ! Happy New Years to you and your family!
It was definitely not a special effect ;) That was a CRAZY windy day!!! Those trees were whipping around like they wanted to break each other off. Our power was flickering while we were making breakfast! It was getting real a few minutes before we filmed.
Some day, I hope to make a really nice video where I actually edit it, and make it all shiny and awesome....but until then, I will make sure to really TEST your surround sound - LOL!!! You know I have big stereo's too, so I GET IT :)
hi im a noob at this hobby and i have some question can this rc plane do a barrel roll?
I think you can in airplane mode, but now that you ask, I'm not 100% sure you can take it out of auto leveling mode in "Plane" mode - GREAT question, and I may have to try it out.
@@BrianPhillipsRC oh tysm for answer me sorry if i have bad english :(
Is this craft available in lndia with a sales, service dealer? if so it is easy access for all,plz.inform me sir,
I believe our link will work in India. Try clicking on it...
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Why is there so much powdered sugar outside? You must be a extreme baker!
Lol good video as always!
LOL!!!!
Most RC stuff is made to sell batteries while the X450 is made to sell servos. I love XK but there's a problem with airplane mode on the X450. I want somebody to shrink it down, delete airplane mode and the ailerons. Bury the tilt arms in foam to keep them from stripping the servos in crashes. Tricopter mode is surprisingly efficient and it looks great in the air.
I agree about the Servo Sales Model XK is running on this particular aircraft.
TWO Gripes....
1) doesn't seem to stop running when you crash....and no way to "kill" it - I hate this feature...
2) As a direct result of 1 - I broke mine...BUT it's easily and cheaply fixable.
Even with these failings, if I hadn't been flying at near 0 degrees (F) the aircraft would be totally fine ;) My fault, plus I was running the transition between modes toooooo low, and that too was my fault.
@@BrianPhillipsRC Disarm motors is "Stick Mode" at the bottom left and "Camera" on the bottom right, held down simultaneously. Yeah... Anyway the face of XK is a guy named Lou Ming and he has a RUclips channel where he explains this stuff. He's on RCGroups as well and seems open to feedback.
Thanks guys! I will do the X520 soon, barring unforeseen circumstances. Maybe I need to do the JJ version of the VTOL too?
@@BrianPhillipsRC I want to see what you can do with the X520. I think it's everything great in RC airplanes rolled into one. JJRC's VTOL looks a little better in the styling but it doesn't seem to be functionally different from the X450.
Good for slow flyers like me and for fast flyers. Something for everyone.
Yeah, exactly! And it's not really "hard" to fly, BUT the vulnerability of the front props and servos does leave a little to be desired. You may have noticed I included links to replacement parts - LOL...
Hey man
Have you repaired it yet ?
Looking forward for the video
Big thumbs up 👍
YES, and it's flying again. This thing is really cool! I flew it for my daughters birthday party the other day (4 additional people - so still "legal" for the moment.) I took off from the living room, flew around the room, then flew through the front door and then came in when I was done (flying) and landed on the kitchen island! What a cool party trick!!!
Sounds GREAT !!
Hope for covid to end soon
Will be out flying again
Well with rc plane of course 😜
Tight = right turns... Damn auto speller... 😃
no problem Stephan
how did you do it can you share with me , thank you
I shared the whole video for this purpose. Was there something I missed? Please do ask on a new comment, or I will miss your reply.
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just wonder what country made this R/C airplane
China, I believe...or do you mean what country ACTUALLY designed it? (presumably then China stole the design? LOL...sort of)
How does one write to Bangood, my x450 came crushed.
I think you go into your orders and then submit a claim from the item there. You can find "My Orders" once logged in.
Also like I said before, really good content! Just wondering, have you ever build an airplane? Like an ARF or like scratch build?
Also I feel same way about FAA right now, discussing.
Yes, I used to work with my late Grandpa on them too. He'd stick build them, and we'd get together and work out what electronics were needed, then we'd order everything and then we'd meet up periodically, and setup the plane...the culmination was always flying it together. He and I really enjoyed these last few years sharing this experience.
Also, when I was a kid, I built a few models, but never RC'ed them. They were just gliders.My dad had a sig cadet (maybe) with a gas motor and futaba radio. We went out to fly it, and crashed into a corn field...total loss :( Oh well, that was the way it went for most.
Brian Phillips cool! Do you still have any? And yeah corn fields are the the nicest things sometimes
Yeah, I have a few that I fly. In fact, I flew the 1600mm Sunbird just this afternoon! I want to build another one, only really get it "just so" with proper control surfaces built in. I've kinda hobbled it together from what my Grandpa had originally built....but it's a great flying plane with huge split flaps, and crow setting too. You can fly nose down (straight down) and slow down!!! It's like deploying a parachute! I love flying that plane!
Brian Phillips that sound like a crazy plane! You should make a flight video or something, it’s out of your normal upload type but maybe you could fly more than just the one!
Here's a link to the playlist for the Sunbird 1600 - ruclips.net/p/PLXTH0DstRDc6Vct6f6sL2o4o3qNm31G9o - which was not a very popular series...but whatever the case, I suspect you'll enjoy it, especailly THIS video - ruclips.net/video/vYiKy_iEdpE/видео.html
Hi Brian that vtol plane looks great fun...maybe an RC snow plough next 😂 no snow here in the UK
So far just lots of fog thanks for the video best wishes Chris
I totally want to do that!!! If I can get an RC snow plow to work, it would be very cool.
P.S. I have been learning to plow my driveway in the last week or two, and I finally feel like I'm getting the hang of it, of course, I take 4-5 times as long as I need too, JUST in case I want to use the runway - LOL
Just oicked up a abbrand new one in the box off marketplace for $50 SCORE!
Howdy Brian How are you controlling the flat yaw turns???
The flight controller does like 95% of flying this little ball of joy. It is so much fun, but equally crazy if you run into something, in the fact that it will eat itself for lunch - LOL ;)
@@BrianPhillipsRC Copy that. to bad there wasnt any prop rings around the forward motors to protect the propellers. Wiuld love to see I t fly outside in which ya could rotoate the motors to forward positions.
When u get rc planes it get stuck in my mind
That's the point ;)
Bigger one
I know - I want a 1 meter VTOL :)
Hey Brian have you seen the new P-51 from Horizon? And do you think that would be a good purchase?
I have, and almost any BNF from Horizon Hobby is a good purchase, BUT I'm not buying it.
If you want me to elaborate, I will....but will wait for you to ask if you'd like to hear my 2 cents....don't want to discourage you from getting a sweet plane ;)
Brian Phillips any feed back or two cents is welcomed and Appreciated because it’s either going to be the P 51 from horizon or the airliner from motionRC. Also just ordered the F-22 Raptor 90mm edf from motion it will be my first 90 making a big jump from 70 to 90 tho.
Brian Phillips also you have more experience flying I only have a year under my belt so I like all the info from experienced pilots.
With only one year flying experience, you're going right for the "big guns" !!! I bet you'll LOVE the F-22, as it will fly good. The F22 's ALWAYS seem to fly really good!
As for my 2 cents on the 1500mm P-51.... it's just another P-51 with overpriced electronics. It's not a bad plane, and it's not a gimmick, but the SMART technology is way overkill, and unnecessary for most users.
I LOVE the AL37, and want one badly, but not sure if that's your bag of tricks? I'm kinda dying for one, but will just have to keep dying for one...since we have a bunch of other expensive things we NEED right now ;( sometimes it sucks to be an adult - LOL!
Brian Phillips yea your telling me lol I can buy a new plane every three weeks wish I could buy one every day lol. And yea right to the big guns I have a Secret I use the lemon rx with stab plus it’s nice but I don’t fly how there meant to fly I get them in the air and just circle and figure 8s I don’t do stalls knife edging any of that I will though I plan on being in it 100% this summer just sucks cause there’s no clubs or airfields I take off from a back road with a big field. And I just got the F-22 it’s huge but keeping it in the box until spring. But on another note the airliner I think is to big to fly were I do so might be put on the back burner for now and with all the new laws being passed this year for unmanned aircrafts are going to suck. And I do agree with you about the p-51 it is expensive so I’m going to wait on that one also and anyways thanks for your input and taking the time to reply fly well- Seth
Do not cut the zip tie on the rear engine as it secures the circuit board to the plane
Thanks Steve!
Hi Brian ,buy the XK X520 you will be amazed how fast this plane goes and when it is in hover mode it turns very fast on the yaw , i have got this plane and my friend also and he said they should add the name to it and call it the xk x520 Beast yes it is fast and need plenty of room and hight to fly this beast
I hope to review it soon :)
Loser hahahaha 😂🤣 haha
I can't get mine to respond to the remote
Might need to bind, or your flight pack is dead or low???? Not LEVEL?
@@BrianPhillipsRC Is it possible my wifi is interfering? I was trying it inside.
ou je peux commander ce model
XK X450 VTOL amzn.to/3oIGlGH | bit.ly/39XCOuj
JJRC MO2 VTOL amzn.to/2zwNvaV | bit.ly/2TTq4Qn
Is it the best rc plane for beginner?
no, but it's very fun and would work okay for someone who wants to fly after having some decent RC skills
@@BrianPhillipsRC then what is the best plane for the beginner?
Hey Brian, I'm #1... LOL W@@Wzers L@@K At All That Snow! It's Just Cold & Rainy Here... Pretty Cute Lil Plane, Like The H-H Mini Convergence VTOL BNF Basic, 410mm w/Lights, Battery, TX & $30 Less? And Yep It Has The Same Problems w/The Cheapy Plastic Gear Servos On The Motor Turning Arms That Strip The Gears or Break The Control Horns Constantly! Change Them To Better Metal Geared & Should Be Great! Thanks
I guess Horizon Hobby needs me to cover their VTOL, so they can keep the price at $229?!??!!?!?!?!?!? Why is it so expensive?!?!?!
I think Horizon Hobby does a lot right, but lately, I feel like they're pricing themselves out of a HUGE RC market.
1) They out to be our lobbying HARD against FAA Remote ID
2) They ought to be designing a chip for when FAA Remote ID becomes the "Law of the land" despite the FAA not having any constitutional authority to make any LAW...
3) They need to reduce their prices, or at least offer the 10% off coupon codes they used to do
4) They need to send me items for review
Of course, the last is the most important - LOL :)
@@BrianPhillipsRC They Lowered The Price To $129 Probably Because They Break Them Damned Front Servos Soo Easy! LMAO
@@BrianPhillipsRC Now They Made That UMX Ultrix Which Is Like A Mini Delta Ray With A Whole Lot More 3D Manuvure Throws For $120
2 Days Ago I Wrote This On The HH Show!
And Soo It's Started, Brainwashing Your Customers Into The Sub-250 Gram Crap Catagories, Because Before Long That's All You'll Be Allowed To Fly If Left Up To The Crazy FAA & American Government, Etc!!! You Best Take A Bunch Of Your Profits Moneys & Fight For Our Rights To Fly What We Want In Our Skys Soo You Can Continue To Make/Sell Your $200 - $500+ Larger Models That We All Love & Y'alls Make The Most Moneys On!!! Just Saying... #SayNoToFAADroneProposels #DoNotTreadOnMe #NeverStopTheRC Thanks
impressive ground effects
Totally cool, I thought too!!! It handled the wet well, but I should have given a bit more altitude for my transition - :(
Loser :)
Minnesota?
Nope, central Iowa....but close ;)
That plane looks almost identical to the Convergence.
Most of the VTOLs look pretty similar, but yes, this one is no exception. I hear theres a knockoff of this tri-chopter too.
Itsept for the wing tips folding down on the convergence & mini convergence the JJRC M02 is closer the XK also has a smattering of convergence in it, but it is the electric's that make them so different it can't do the nose up flight and it is not so forgiving for a rookie, I tried the mini convergence indoor's and could not get my head round it, but I was flying the XK straight out the box and by the time I got the JJRC I was flying the plane mode and even a little foray into 3D without a major crash. I have no doubt they are copie's but bwtter for a novice also enough difference's to get away with looking similar.
Yep - surprising how well XK has their stabilizer and auto leveling systems dialed in!!!
@@BrianPhillipsRC that's good to know. The convergence always does that weird shudder when transitioning to forward flight.
@@77bubba00 I belong to an RC club. Was flying my X450 indoors in a gym and had the whole club as an audience. Another member had his mini Convergence. Guess what. My X450 flew circles around the Convergence. By far a better more fun flyer.
"Hawker Harrier...Big Feller"
Sure - I want an Actual Harrier RTF...that would be SWEEEET!
Do you break everything you fly? 😁
It feels that way sometimes, but occasionally I have a flight and DON'T crash - LOL!!!
Traduction plis poderia me enviar um jato edf para o Brasil pago pra você via PAYPAL ou transferência??
There's a link in the description for this item.
Muito legal, pena não ser em idioma português BR
Abc.
Sorry about that.
hey if you need a xt30 charge cable let me know, I have several I can shoot you one out.
I appreciate the offer, but I made one up from just some old EC3 connectors :) I may have to order a 10 pack of male and female. I like being able to built stuff like this on the spur of the moment, you must be like me!
P.S. The XT30 is a sweet little connector!