Futaba 4PL User's Chime In...
#1
I used mine for one race day. I am unsure if I like it or not yet. I am coming from a long history of futaba radios. I have been using them for years. My last few were the 3pk 2.4ghz & 3pmx 2.4ghz. I would have got the 4pk but money is tight and I don't need all the features it offers now. I think the previous futabas I have owned had a overall better feel to them in my hand. I really can't decide yet & wanted to here what you guys think.... I do like the LCD screen on it but that doesn't make the whole radio a winner yet. Chime In...
#2
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 4,385
From: NW Indiana
I love mine...I bought it the day it was available and haven't looked back yet. Feels very close to the 4PK without the drop down. I haven't had any problems with range or speed in my eyes. Best radio I have owned and that's been quite a few including high end ones.
#3
Had one and it's poorly built, the steering stops broke after normal use and Futaba Australia didn't warranty it (even though it seems Futaba USA will)
Save yourself the headache, 3pks or 4pk are far better, better built, 4pl is feature packed in a cheap package.
Save yourself the headache, 3pks or 4pk are far better, better built, 4pl is feature packed in a cheap package.
#4
I already have the 4pl I used it once , can't decide if I like it or not. The features are great but my 3pk and 3pmx felt allot better quality. For some reason these feel cheaply made , the plastics and such. I love the LCD screen and it feels good in my hand just lighter and cheaper. I like a bit of weight to my radio.
** I'm also in the U.S. So futaba warranty is no issue.
** I'm also in the U.S. So futaba warranty is no issue.
#7
I was using a Flysky GT3. The Flysky is good for bashing but not racing in my opinion. The first race with my Futaba 4Pl I picked up 2 laps and I have made the A main in Stoct STC in the 2 races since I got it.
#8
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Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 1,126
From: La Mirada, CA
I feel like a 4PL fanboy when I reply to these threads.
I own BOTH a 4PL and a 4PKS. I can say the 4PL holds its own quite well as far as feel and speed compared to the 4PKS. I also came from a 3PKS with FASST module and the 4PL feels much more connected than the 3PKS did, IMO. I have not had any durability issues with the 4PL and, for the price, it's hard to beat.
- JV
I own BOTH a 4PL and a 4PKS. I can say the 4PL holds its own quite well as far as feel and speed compared to the 4PKS. I also came from a 3PKS with FASST module and the 4PL feels much more connected than the 3PKS did, IMO. I have not had any durability issues with the 4PL and, for the price, it's hard to beat.
- JV
#9
I feel like a 4PL fanboy when I reply to these threads.
I own BOTH a 4PL and a 4PKS. I can say the 4PL holds its own quite well as far as feel and speed compared to the 4PKS. I also came from a 3PKS with FASST module and the 4PL feels much more connected than the 3PKS did, IMO. I have not had any durability issues with the 4PL and, for the price, it's hard to beat.
- JV
I own BOTH a 4PL and a 4PKS. I can say the 4PL holds its own quite well as far as feel and speed compared to the 4PKS. I also came from a 3PKS with FASST module and the 4PL feels much more connected than the 3PKS did, IMO. I have not had any durability issues with the 4PL and, for the price, it's hard to beat.
- JV
#10
I love mine. Has perfect balance and great features. I've had all the high end radios. The 4pl ranks among the best. Radios are more about comfort and feel, not speed and functions. Obviously, you are not comfortable with radio. Sell it while it is practically new and get something you like.
#12
I love mine. Has perfect balance and great features. I've had all the high end radios. The 4pl ranks among the best. Radios are more about comfort and feel, not speed and functions. Obviously, you are not comfortable with radio. Sell it while it is practically new and get something you like.
#13
Actually your wrong on that partially yes comfort and feel are important but speed and Function plays a huge role aswell. Especially if you race. Who would buy a comfortable radio with no options and race. For racing you need to be able to adjust certain things to suit your driving style and track layout. Major example is EPA .



