Name: Futaba 16IZ Mode 1 2.4Ghz FASST 16ch Radio w/ R7108SB Receivers
Brand: Futaba
SKU: FUT-FUT16IZR7108SBM1
Price: 931.75 AUD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

Overview

The Futaba 16IZ is a 16-channel 2.4 GHz transmitter featuring the FASSTest bidirectional communication system, a 4.3-inch full-colour backlit touch screen LCD, S.BUS2 system support, voice telemetry, and USB-C simulator control. It comes supplied with the R7108SB S.Bus2 Dual Antenna Diversity receiver.

Features

FASSTest System: Bidirectional communication; up to 18 channels (16 linear + 2 switch) on 2.4 GHz; receiver data visible on transmitter.
S.BUS2 System: Multiple servos, gyros, and telemetry sensors installed with minimal cabling.
USB Simulator Control: USB-C compatibility for simulator control with Windows OS Joystick function.
Colour Touch Screen LCD: HVGA 4.3-inch full-colour backlit transflective LCD — readable indoors and outdoors.
Multi Holder: Accessory mount near the antenna/charging port using M3 style screw.
Voice Telemetry: Audible readout of telemetry data while flying.
Secure Data (SD Card): Model data stored on optional microSD card; also used for software updates.
High Capacity Lithium Polymer Battery (2000 mAh): 2S LiPo battery for extended flight time.
Editing: Touch panel and two enter keys for model editing.
Stick: Single ball bearing per axis with high-cycle potentiometer for finer, more precise operation.
Vibration Function: Vibration motor for low-voltage and other alarms; selectable by the owner.
R7108SB Receiver: S.Bus2 Dual Antenna Diversity receiver with bi-directional communication.

In the box

T16IZ Transmitter
R7108SB Receiver
LT2F2000B Lithium Polymer Battery and USB cable for charging
Neck Strap
Manual (Printed short version)

Specifications

	Transmitter:
Transmitting Frequencies	2.4 GHz
Protocols	FASSTest / FASST / T-FHSS / S-FHSS
Power Requirement	7.4 V LT2F2000B Lithium-polymer battery
	Receiver:
Size	24.9 x 47.3 x 14.3 mm
Weight	12 g
Operating Voltage	6.6 V LiFe

Transmitter

Channels	16Ch
Layout	Stick
Operating Frequency	2.4Ghz
Telemetry Capable	Yes
Programmable Failsafe	Yes

Reviews (3)

5.0

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Greg L
Verified buyer
21 Sept 2026
Great service and communication. Will use again.
Les S
Verified buyer
23 Aug 2025
Garry Z
Verified buyer
16 May 2022
Great looking radio with its colour touch screen. The online support is excellent with plenty of “how to” vids which are definitely needed with the complex programming needed to handle such a wide range of requirements. Next step is to see how it performs in the air.