Century Bell 47

[B727AV8R]

Does anyone here have any experience/comments on the Bell 47?

[RAV50]

I had one for over 8 years - sold it recently as someone offered me a price I couldn't refuse....but I do plan do do another....and even detail it more.

Take the extra time to install the doors with the hinging system they provide - really adds a lot to the heli.

I used an OS46 - more then enough power - could easily loop, roll and even fly inverted.

Get the accessory/muffler package - gets the muffler under the servo tray out of site. (I had to cut about 1/8 " off of the mufflers header to move it back a bit so that it would not butt up against the lower canopy attachment.)

This thing flies very well and due to its low weight (mine was a hair over 8 lbs.) it also autos with ease.

[B727AV8R]

Thanks for the info. How is customer/dealer support if you need parts for it?

[RAV50]

I only had one mishap with it - needed a canopy windshield and the boom - no problem getting them.

Ditto for the other Century helis I have owned over the past 10 years or so.

[B727AV8R]

Thanks again. I am looking at the green Army Bell 47.

[RAV50]

That is probably the one I will do next also.

[rotorsport]

I have been flying this one for a few years and I can send some more pictures if you would like, Great heli to fly.

Charles

http://www.edmheli.ca/usergallery/album49

http://www.runryder.com/helicopter/gallery/1313/

[B727AV8R]

Thanks for the pix,