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Tips On Choosing The Correct Model Aircraft Engine
The first thing you want to consider when choosing a model aircraft engine is whether you want to use gas or electric. Gas has over the years being the only choice but with the latest technology, an electric model aircraft engine has become a very viable option. Today it is possible to get fantastic performance out of an electric motor.
A good place to start is the weight of your model plane. Anything for 500g to about 2.5 or 3 kgs is the range that you may want to consider flying electric rather than gas. Heavier than this the components like batteries get very expensive and heavy. Technology is changing at a rapid pace so it do not think this will always be the case.
Next thing that you may want to consider is the cost factor. Both the running costs as well as the purchase cost of your model aircraft engine. Electric engines are becoming cheaper on a daily basis and if you take into account the fact that they are very cost effective to run, then you have to have a serious look at an electric model aircraft engine before making your decision.
Now lets look at operational and practical differences between the two. Firstly gas can be very messy or even fall over in the boot of your car. They are also not the easiest to start sometimes and may need special equipment to protect your fingers from a nasty prop cut. Electric model engines, however start at the push of a button and they are not at all messy. The only disadvantage of electric is the LIPO battery that can be very dangerous, but more about that in another article.
So there you have a few tips to consider when choosing an engine for your RC plane.
About the Author
About The Author
Captain Des Werner is an Airline Pilot with many thousands of flying hours. As an Author and experienced pilot, he is at the forefront to provide solutions to cost effective ways of building strong RC model aircraft.
For more articles (or training) on Model Aircraft Engine options or to get your FREE Mini Course of how to build your own model RC airplane go to http://www.fly-strongmodelrcplanes.com.
Most of my Diecast Aircraft collection HD
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Hot Wings B-2 Stealth $5.86 This fabulous line of diecast aircraft is great for the young collector. Hot Wings features a large variety of vintage and modern aircraft, ranging from bi-planes to the most recent jet and helicopters, in military, commercial and private body styles and… |
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1/155 B-17G ‘Liberty Bell’ $13.53 1-155 Scale. From the Model Power Postage Stamp Series. Fully painted with detailed history of aircraft, embossed stand super detailing. No assembly required…. |
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Frontier 12 Piece Playset $16.95 Your kids will have hours of enjoyment from this colorful, durable diecast metal and plastic playset with official licensed insignias. Set includes a plane and a variety of vehicles and signs…. |
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Fedex Express Pullback W/ Lights & Sound $8.88 Two-speed control and pullback action Push button to start sound and two red LED lights!… |
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Box 12 Space Shuttle, 5 Die-cast Metal with Pull Back n Go Action. $39.36 Set of 12 US Space Shuttles, made of die-cast metal with plastic parts, pull back n watch it go…. |
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Set of 6: US Space Shuttle, 5 die-cast metal with pull back n go action. $29.94 Set of 6 Space Shuttle, 5″ die-cast metal with pull back n go action…. |
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Atdec Pty Ltd Telehook Full Motion Wall Mount Die Cast Aluminium Sophisticated Technology $166.23 Made from die cast aluminium, this mount has it all. Three pivot points give you infinite adjustment and complete control over tilt, pan, and portrait to landscape rotation. Smooth Glide technology, using innovative ball bearing mechanisms, allows the display to be moved smoothly and effortlessly, even with considerable weight on the arm…. |
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Wings of Texaco 1930 Travel Air Model R Mystery Ship-5th In The Series $9.99 Brand New Item from trusted seller. No sticker remnant on package, highly giftable. NO HASSLE and NO-QUESTIONS ASKED Returns for your purchase…. |
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SpecCast 39504 Green/Yellow 1/50 Scale John Deere International KB-8 with LaCrosse Lowboy Trailer $44.50 John Deere International KB-8 with LaCrosse Lowboy Trailer. 1:50 Scale. Recommended Age: Adults…. |
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SpecCast CON 009 Schield Bantam C-35 Backhoe Die Cast $46.47 Schield Bantam C-35 Backhoe. 1:50 Scale. Recommended Age: Adults. Mint in Box. Die Cast. Highly Detailed with Working Parts…. |
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Yellow Antique Die-cast Metal Bi-plane Model $62.99 Each collectible metal toy plane is created to look just like the original model. This model comes fully assembled and is built to look aged and rough around the edges. |
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Antique Replica 14-inch Die-cast Metal Plane $43.99 This model has been hand-painted to look just like the original model. The plane comes fully assembled and is built to look aged and rough around the edges. |
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Red 31-inch Metal Bi-Plane Model Toy Replica $99.99 This antique toy replica bi-plane features a hand-painted finish. This collectible metal toy plane is created to look just like the original model. |
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Replica 10-inch Metal Bi-plane $37.99 This hand-crafted and hand-painted replica airplane has been created to look just like the original model. This model comes fully assembled and has been made to look aged and rough around the edges. |
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Metal Desktop Airplane Model with Display Stand $39.99 This hand-painted metal toy replica airplane has been created to look just like the original model. This airplane comes fully assembled and is built to look aged and rough around the edges. |