Wohooo! My MQ9 has arrived!

Hi Fellows!
I’m new in this stuff and realy want to get in to it. I'm buying stuff about 3 months for my MQ9 UAV and the parts almost done. Here is my part list and prices;

PROJET MQ-9 Reaper 98" 4-CH Brushless Remote Control RC UAV Predator $170.00
http://www.nitroplanes.com/mq9.html

ArduPilot Mega - Arduino Mega compatible UAV Controller $59.95
http://www.sparkfun.com/commerce/product_info.php?products_id=9710
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OilPan
http://store.diydrones.com/product_p/br-0012-01.htm $159.95

Air Speed Sensor $19.95
http://store.diydrones.com/product_p/br-0004-02.htm

DIY Drones HMC $44.90
http://store.fahpah.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=diymagneto01

2 x XBee Pro 900 XSC RPSMA (up to 15 mile range!!) $143.9
http://www.sparkfun.com/commerce/product_info.php?products_id=9087
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2 x XtreamBee Board (No XBee included) $49,9
http://store.diydrones.com/product_p/br-0015-01.htm

MediaTek MT3329 GPS 10Hz + Adapter $39.95
http://store.diydrones.com/MediaTek_MT3329_GPS_10Hz_Adapter_p/mt3329-02.htm

FTDI Basic Breakout - 3.3V $14.95
http://www.sparkfun.com/commerce/product_info.php?products_id=8772

Video Capture Device $10
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.11267

900Mhz 500mW audio/video transmitter & reciver & antenna $100
http://www.rangevideo.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=5
http://www.rangevideo.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=35_22&products_id=12

500-1600kv Brushless Motor $23.70 (i hope it can fly my plane xD)
http://www.hobbypartz.com/ra500brmow10.html

60A OPTO Brushless Speed Controller ESC (w/o BEC) [Volcano Series] $29.70
http://www.hobbypartz.com/volcano-series-60a-brushless-esc1.html

3 x Blue LiPo 3-Cell 2200mAh 3S1P 11.1v 25C LiPoly Battery $50.85
http://www.hobbypartz.com/83p-2200mah-3s1p-111-25c.html

Li-Po GUARD 25x33cm Safety Battery Charging/Storing Bag $5.75
http://www.hobbypartz.com/lipoguard.html

Exceed RC 6-Ch 2.4Ghz Transmitter Receiver (Full Version) $44.95
http://www.hobbypartz.com/exrc62tr.html

waiting for servo cables, propellers

Total Amount About; $1000 + shipping(im not sure but i think its about $450)

yeah that seems oke but i moved a new city and lost my tools... I dont have even a screwdriver. Need to buy some new tools to assemble it.

I will blog my experience, photos and videos here. I hope i wont ruin it xD

When i complete the project, i will start coding a GCS and other stuff (i have good ideas)

Nvm I’m looking for a new tool set atm. I will keep inform you guys. If you have any idea our suggestion please share it.

Take care

Ersin.

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Sgt Ric November 1, 2010 at 9:18am

A lot of sim time and/or practice with a trainer aircraft is a must before attempting to fly the Reaper. (or any Predator variant for that matter)
ken wood November 1, 2010 at 8:55am

Ersin,

I too, have a MQ9 under construction. I am a real newbie and have never flown an RC. I am about 25% into the build. Here is a "build" link for the MQ9. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_9691415/anchors_9691415/mpage_1/k...

I made some engineering changes on how wings attach and also minor changes on how aileron-elevator servos are installed. The RCUniverse guys are very helpful on this build as the kit and instructions leave a bit to be desired. Also, there are some good recommendations on flying this big bird.
It will be a long time before I attempt to fly this thing.

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