Radio List

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These radios are known to work for Robot Combat. They will failsafe appropriately if used with a standard receiver. Radios included in this list can currently be purchased. There are many legacy systems that work well but replacement receivers are no longer available.

Currently Available Radios
Name Style Channels Protocol Price Mixing Receiver Option Notes
Flysky FS-i6 Twin Stick 6 AFHDS 2A $60 Elevon / V-Tail FS-iA6: 7grams Widely used, well documented (see Combat Guide)
Turnigy Evolution / Pro Game Controller 8 AFHDS 2A $80 None FS-iA6: 7grams Touchscreen - no mixing
Flysky Noble NB4 Pistol 4 AFHDS 3 $180-$200 Tank Steering SR215: 6 grams Easy to program
Spektrum DX5 Pro Pistol 5 DSMR/DSM2 $300 Tank Steering FGr4S: 5.1 grams -
Spektrum DX6i Twin Stick 6 DSM/DSM2 $200 Yes AR620: 8grams -
Taranis Q X7 Twin Stick 24 ACCESS $140 Programable Archer R4: 3.8grams OpenTX Firmware (Combat Guide)
Turnigy T6A Twin Stick 6 AFHDS $40 Yes TR6A: 8grams Requires computer and cable to program.


Legacy radio systems can work perfectly but use old protocols and you can't reliably buy new receivers. You can sometimes find replacement receivers on Ebay or other sites but if you are starting out there are plenty of inexpensive radios to choose from.

Legacy Radio Systems
Name Style Channels Protocol Price Mixing Receiver Option Notes
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