RC helicopters - how much do they cost to manufacture?

tlc289

I just bought my children one of these helicopters from Target for just over $30.00. What do you think is the cost of making this toy in China? It has a very small, lightweight motor and the body is made from lightweight foam. My guess is that it costs them about $5-7 to make. A wholesaler picks 'em up for $10 each, then sells 'em to Target for $17-20 each, then Target marks them up & sells 'em for $30 each. Am I way off on this guestimate? If I were to buy these things from someone in China, would I have to purchase a freakin' boat-load (literally) to get 'em at $10 each? I mean, why wouldn't someone in China open up shop and sell 'em for $15 each - they'd make a killin'!

Answer
The helicopter is quite cheap. The Air Hogs Havoc (which i assume you have, or some similar shape helicopter) is very simple. From front to back: There is the battery, then the wire connects to the electronic chip (servo) then next to that, is the motor, which above that is a gear which spins the propeller. Keep going further back, following the wire to the rear motor which has a gear that spins the rear propeller. Its really simple. The actual cost to manufacture this as I last read was $4.30 USD.

Best indoor RC helicopter and durable outdoor RC airplane?

RBot1

My wife wants an RC airplane more than anything. I bought her a cheap one last year, and she crashed it on it's first flight and it tore to shreds (due to some light wind). I got it replaced, but she's now afraid to take it out even in the slightest of wind.

So, I would like to get her an indoor RC helicopter (for beginners - it has to be pretty stable and be able to take a few crashes while learning, mind you) AND an RC airplane for the outdoor - one that is much more durable, and maybe can fly in a small amount of wind.

I've been looking at Air Hogs vehicles (such as the Havoc Heli), and they look durable and great, but there's so many to choose from, I need some help chosing. Or, if there is a differnet company/vehicle that you would recommend. I am buying her one of each so she can go outside, but stay in if it's too windy...

Thanks a bunch, guys!

Answer
You are in the right field for the aircrafts you want. The Air Hogs are very durable. I personally started out with the Air Hogs product line and eventually expanded out.
For indoors, you could get the Air Hogs Havoc helicopter. It is a fun indoor only helicopter. If you let go of the throttle before the crash, the helicopter should be very durable and will last a long time. This goes for about $30.

The Air Hogs Aero Ace is a very durable indoor/outdoor plane. This plane was a big hit. People flew these indoors and outdoors. I fly this plane outdoors when there are no winds or light winds outside. Sometimes I fly this plane so high, I could barely see it! It is fun for just $30. I think the price went up though...

If you want to expand some more, you could check out horizonhobby.com and look for the E-Flite Blade MCX and the Ultra-Micro P-51. These are small planes as well. Be advised though, the Ultra-Micro P-51 is for more advanced flyers... it isn't as durable as the other planes.

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=PKZ3600

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=EFLH2200

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