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Old 29 January 2006, 20:01   #1
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The best RC model??

I gotta get my hands on one of these!!!

http://gprime.net/video.php/miniaturejet

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Old 29 January 2006, 20:27   #2
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Goodness gracious, Great Balls of Fire......


Just added one to my Christmas list
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Old 30 January 2006, 19:19   #5
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Hey, Swifty, I've just noticed that 4x4 signature of your's - very witty!

And yes, that jet is utterly awesome. Anyone got any idea what it costs or is it a one-off perhaps?
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Old 30 January 2006, 20:01   #6
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Anyone got any idea what it costs or is it a one-off perhaps?
I saw a whole load of these at a show in Northumberland a few years ago (just happened to be in the area, saw a sign and went along, so can't remember exactly where or "who" organised it...) it was a pretty organised affair and there were people selling bits (engines (inc. jets) etc) as well as whole planes. I wasn't really looking to buy so not certain of prices but I think the jets started around £500!

If the wife can remember any more I will post again!

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Thanks, Neil. Must admit I expected them to be way more expensive than that.
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Thanks, Neil. Must admit I expected them to be way more expensive than that.
The fuselage kits start at £500, but the engines are about £2,300 + about £1,000 for the starting system.

A friend has a rc turbine helicopter that cost him £7,500, must admit I was bloody nervous when he allowed me to fly it, but it sounded f*****g wonderful.
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The fuselage kits start at £500, but the engines are about £2,300 + about £1,000 for the starting system.

A friend has a rc turbine helicopter that cost him £7,500, must admit I was bloody nervous when he allowed me to fly it, but it sounded f*****g wonderful.
ahhh - a bit like RIB prices... ...you think thats not bad - then you realise it doesn't include the engine, trailer etc...
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