Is the Spektrum DX5 Rugged REALLY Rugged?

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For all the ruggedness we insist on in our RC vehicles, it’s surprising the same standard of toughness has never been applied to transmitters. We expect a radio not to break from trigger pulling and wheel turning, but if you’ve ever dropped your fancy screen-equipped radio or knocked it off the bench, you’ve done the same cringe most people reserve for when their iPhone hits the deck. “Oh man, I hope I didn’t break it.”...

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