{"id":659,"date":"2015-06-07T21:29:19","date_gmt":"2015-06-08T01:29:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/umflight.com\/?p=659"},"modified":"2015-06-07T21:29:46","modified_gmt":"2015-06-08T01:29:46","slug":"blade-nano-qx-3d-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/umflight.com\/?p=659","title":{"rendered":"Blade Nano QX 3D Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Blade’s Nano QX 3D, a version of the Nano QX that has larger 7mm motors and the ability to fly upside down, was released in January. I had my doubts about whether the flight times would be long enough. If the motors would die every few flights. But I still bought it…<\/p>\n

Note: Because this is a quadcopter review, I can’t review takeoffs and landings. Basically, a quadcopter goes up. And comes back down. I will review how it felt on the first takeoff instead.<\/p>\n

Backstory:<\/b><\/p>\n

There really isn’t one… I just saw the NQX 3D and it looked like it would be a quadcopter that preformed well, but with significant battery life and motor life problems.<\/p>\n

First Impresions:<\/b><\/p>\n

When I opened the, as always from Horizon Hobby, nicely designed box and packaging, I didn’t really know if it came out of the box right side up or upside down… The NQX 3D was packaged in nice, clear plastic with a 250 mAH 1S LiPo and USB charger.<\/p>\n

Assembly\/First Flight Preparation:<\/b><\/p>\n

Before doing anything, I looked at the manual to see which side was the top. (Hint: the props face down). I then charged the battery. This took about 20 minutes.<\/p>\n

Tip: Get the Celectra charger that came with the original mCPX helicopter. This just plugs into a normal outlet and you get a second charger for your second battery (definitely get a second battery).<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

I then bound it to my wonderful Spektrum DX6 and got ready to fly…<\/p>\n

First Takeoff:<\/b><\/p>\n

As I lifted off, I heard power. Lots of it. And it sounded smooth. Kind of like one of those speedboats when they are going really slowly. I knew, at this point, that this was going to be one of my favorite aircraft.<\/p>\n

Flying:<\/b><\/p>\n

In beginner mode, this quadcopter was like a Nano QX in Stability mode. Intermediate mode was like beginner mode, but it’s a lot faster. And, finally, advanced mode is like a regular RC helicopter, with the motor direction changing on either side of 50% throttle.<\/p>\n

Recommended timer settings if using a Spektrum computerized transmitter:<\/b><\/p>\n

Dx6i transmitter:<\/p>\n

Timer: 4:30 minutes<\/p>\n

Any Other Spektrum Computerized Transmitter:<\/p>\n

Timer: 4:30 minutes; start\/stop at 10% throttle<\/p>\n

The Specs:<\/b><\/p>\n

Skill Level: Intermediate<\/p>\n

Length: 130 mm<\/p>\n

Width: 130 mm<\/p>\n

Height: 42 mm<\/p>\n

Flying Weight: 1 oz<\/p>\n

Full Specs Here<\/a><\/p>\n

Equipment I Used:<\/b><\/p>\n

1. Thunder Power TP103CQ-ACDC Charger (link<\/a>)<\/p>\n

2. Spektrum DX6i DSMX Transmitter Only (link<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Verdict:<\/b><\/p>\n

This is a great all around quadcopter, and it is excellent if you have mastered the original NQX and want high preformance fun.<\/p>\n

Rating:<\/b><\/p>\n

10\/10<\/b><\/p>\n

Thanks for reading the much-delayed Nano QX 3D review. Comment, share, enjoy, and forgive me for the lack of pictures \ud83d\ude42 ! Reader’s Opinion will be posted this Sunday, so check back…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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