(Personally I find the long range fights 75+ feet the most fun as they allow for wider maneuvering options and more shooting.) The average distances fought at can range from 0-40ft with some MUCH further. I use both stock HL and a DX8 for battling and neither has any real advantage in a fight.Ī typical IR battle can last anywhere from 5-30 minutes depending on the skill levels and numbers of players involved. The importance of radio ergonomics is more personal then functional. Heng Longs 6.0 now has most but not all the protocols and thus it can take and receive hits though it does not have the ability to select weight class or take damage speed reduction like the “big three” systems mentioned. The three mentioned are all able to interact in RC tank battles as they all use the “Tamiya Protocols” for IR beams and reading hits. Looking for insight and advice.The “big three” aka most used control systems that work with “hobby grade” remotes are Tamiya, Clark and IBU. Spektrum, Futaba, FrySky.etc.ġ: How many different motherboards are there? Tamiya, Clark, HengLong, Taigen, Torro, Imex.?ģ: For extended IR battle how important is radio ergonomics? I guess I need to know how long the average IR battle can go if you survive. I read that certain tank manufacturers motherboards can use most Rx's protocals, ie. A good single radio for multiple tanks, that you don't have to change AA batteries is worth extra expense so not necessarily looking for least expensive options. I would prefer a radio with multiple model memories. Preference: As with my aircraft I like one radio that can control more than one vehicle.

I read a thread at RCU that is a little dated as far as electronics go and have a few questions.

I'm new to RC tanks and their control system/options.

Rc tank battle transmission