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e-Flight Blade MSR RC Micro Indoor Helicopter Unboxing & First Look Linus Tech Tips

Linus Tech Tips@LinusTechTips33.3K viewsJan 5, 20105:54
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Well I splurged. Spent some money after Christmas and grabbed a Blade MSR. It's supposed to be the bee's knees, and it's compatible with my transmitter, so I figured what the hey.

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The video provides an in-depth unboxing and first look at the Blade mSR RC micro indoor helicopter. The presenter walks through what comes in the box, starting with the bind-and-fly manual and the quick start guide, then highlighting the four-port charger and the spare parts stash, including a spare tail rotor, four spare body grommets, and a swash plate calibration tool. He notes the package is designed for users already familiar with Blade CX3 or MCX platforms and emphasizes that the mSR is marketed as durable enough for indoor flying, with a unique rotorhead design aimed at nimble, stable responses. Throughout the unboxing, he contrasts the mSR with his previous experiences and expresses a wish to grow with the model, while acknowledging the need for a suitable four-channel 2.4 GHz transmitter. The presenter also provides practical observations about charging options, including AC adapters and the ability to charge multiple batteries simultaneously, and discusses the overall weight and dimensions of the helicopter, which he confirms are under one ounce and roughly 20 centimeters in length. By the end of the segment, he positions the mSR as an approachable starter platform with potential for skill growth, and he plans to follow up with actual flight tests once he has a suitable flying environment and transmitter ready.

Topics · technology · hobbies · rc-vehicles · indoor-flying

Questions answered

What is included in the Blade mSR box besides the helicopter itself?
The box includes a BNF instruction manual, a quick start guide, a four-port charger with an instruction manual for charging, spare parts such as a spare tail rotor, four spare body grommets, a swash plate calibration tool, a small screwdriver, and a few small parts.
What transmitter is recommended for the Blade mSR and what is required to get it flying?
A four-channel 2.4 GHz DSM2 transmitter is required, and the model is Bind-N-Fly ready to fly with a compatible transmitter; you only need the transmitter to bind it.