An upper-middle model with amazing cost performance
The Futaba K series was born with the theme of allowing a wide range of users to enjoy reliable performance at a reasonable price. The 12K is the hottest lineup. The most noteworthy feature is its amazing cost performance. As an upper-middle model, it is equipped with high functionality while being priced at an affordable price for beginners.
The "T12K" combines functionality and operability that will satisfy not only beginners who want to start with a trainer, but also active flyers who want to fine-tune the mixing and rate.
β2.4GHz T-FHSS Air, S-FHSS system
βBacklit LCD and various settings with dial + push switch: Various settings are made with a 4-way click dial and a center push switch.
βEdit button: The edit buttons on the left and right can be used to switch to the home screen or user menu screen.
βVolume knob: Equipped with volumes on the left and right that can be used as linear channels. The center position will be notified with a beep.
β Equipped with a micro SD card slot (inside the battery box)
You can use it for model conversion, data storage, and software updates.
(Micro SD card sold separately)
β Battery specifications: Can be used with 4 AA batteries. (Rechargeable batteries are also available separately)
Functions and specifications
Common functions (airplane/glider/helicopter/multicopter)
β Control up to 14 channels (12 (linear) + 2 (switch)): You can freely assign the operation switch for each channel in the function settings. (When using T-FHSS Air)
(S-FHSS supports up to 8 linear channels)
β Setting operation using dial + push switch
β Telemetry system
β Radio wave format (2.4GHz): Supports T-FHSS Air and S-FHSS. Select on the system type screen.
Please refer to here for a list of receivers compatible with each format.
This screen also allows you to set the receiver battery fail-safe voltage and telemetry function. (T-FHSS Air only)
β30 model memories
βRear slide lever (one on each side)
βMicro SD card slot (card sold separately)
βModel menu (airplane/helicopter/glider/multicopter): A flight mode menu has been added to the multicopter model menu, and up to 3 channels and 5 flight modes can be set as shown at the bottom.
βQuick model select: The model select screen appears immediately when the power is turned on.
βUser menu: Frequently used functions can be customized and displayed.
βThrottle (motor) curve (5 points)
βFail safe: Can be set individually for all linear channels.
βProgram mixing
βDigital trim, trim memory
βUp/down timer: The timer is a convenient function that also works with the buzzer, vibrator, and audio output.
βStick alarm: An alarm can be sounded at a specified position of the throttle stick.
βTrainer connector, earphone jack, S.IF connector: The S.IF connector is used to set the S.BUS servo and telemetry sensors.
βJapanese (katakana)/English
βUser name/model name (maximum 10 characters)
βBuzzer (can be set to ON/OFF)
βTH% mode: When set to TH% mode, the % value is displayed in large letters.
βD/R (dual rate), end point (ATV), servo monitor, sub trim, reverse
βStick calibration
[Common to airplanes and gliders]
βAileron differential
βFlap setting
βAileron β Camber FLP
βAileron β Brake FLP
βAileron β Rudder
βCamber mixing
βELE β Camber FLP
βCamber FLP β ELE
βRudder β Aileron
βGyro sensitivity (3-axis compatible)
βV-tail
βElevator
βWinglet
βMotor (for EP planes/gliders): Various settings can be made when starting the motor with a switch.
[For airplanes only]
βThrottle cut
βIdle down
βPitch curve (VPP) 5 points
β3VPP conditions (pitch curve/throttle curve)
βThrottle delay
βRudder β elevator
βSnap roll
βAir brake
βFuel mixture
[For gliders only]
β5 condition selection
βButterfly
βTrim mix
Futaba R3008SB
γ»S.BUS2 input/output/S.BUS output + conventional system output (ch1-8)
γ»Dimensions: 24.9 x 47.3 x 14.3mm
γ»Weight: 10.1g
γ»Frequency: 2.4GHZ T-FHSS AIR
γ»Power supply: 4.8-7.4V (batteries cannot be used)
γ»Standard connector (external voltage port: 0-70VDC)