KalleKula

I´m putting together a Raptor E550 and need some advice as of how many cells i need.

I´m a beginner and will not use it for aerobatics for some time yet.
If i go with a 6s i also need a new charger, so my question is if
it will work ok with 5s to start with?

rm

My Feedback: (27)

It flies nicely on 5S. I've been using the 5S FP 5300's. Changed mine to a 12t pinion, though I've seen someone else post he stayed with the stock and thought it was ok. If your just starting out stay with the 5S, you'll be happy. Later you can upgrade to 6s for more umph. Easy flying on 5300's give 8-9 minutes easy. Powers better then a raptor 30.

KalleKula

Thanks, I appreciate the input. What ESC are You using?
I´m thinking of going for a ESC without BEC, and use a regular receiverbatterypack.

rm

My Feedback: (27)

I'm using the TT stock esc and motor with a ubec for the servos.

TMFNYC

I also, just ordered a E550. I am going to run the stock motor and ESC on that heli. What is a good UBEC to choose? I was thinking of using a 6s1p config.

Thanks in advance

rm

My Feedback: (27)

This is the only ubec I've used, haven't had any prob with any of them.

http://koolflightsystems.com/ultimatebec.htm