Rustys Hexa vs Foxtech Hexa ?

[jamienz]

Hey everyone,

I want to upgrade my FJI f550 to something lighter weight. I am really close to buying either one of these but just wanted to see if anyone has experience with either one?

http://www.shop.aglhobbiesllc.com/Rusty-s-UAP1-Sport-Frame-Kit/
http://www.foxtechfpv.com/full-carbon-hexacopter-foldable-frame-p-373.html

The fox tech one seems really nice as its very light weight, and this will make a difference carrying my Askman Nex 5N mount. Heard nothing but good things about the rusty's frames but I worry that they are heavier and also not folding.

Cheers for the help!

jamie

 

[Kilby]

How does the old saying go? Cheap, strong or light weight. You can have 2.

I have the quad version of the fox tech. it's very light, but not not strong at all. It's great for a sport FPV craft, but wouldn't hang a decent camera under it. The landing gear is kind of a joke and I'm sure it would give way on a hard landing leaving your camera exposed to damage.

 

[koolkiwikat]

Rusty all the way, you can change up your config as you needs change, I fly only Rusty frames, excellent value for money!

 

[jamienz]

yeah, I have seen the Rusty's, and they look awesome but are quite heavy. I took the plunge and ordered a fox tech hexa! I will report back if its any good.... Fingers crossed

 

[Efliernz]

I've been looking to... good on ya Jamie I look forward to the review.

I have seen some really strong + heavy frames over the years. I have always used the thought that I can fly and land well... so it only needs to be THAT strong... yet many u/c are made for landing heavily and weigh a heap.
I can think of several times with a heavy heli cameraship that I would have been in trouble if I was flying a heavier u/c!

Pete

 

[jamienz]

yeah my thoughts exactly Pete. The DJI hex a whilst very nice and durable machine is just SO heavy. I also have a cheap hex a on order too from OMGFLY.com... I don't hold much hope for this but it might be a good hack machine.