Skymaster 1/6 F-16 vs F-4 Phantom
02-04-2017, 04:02 PM
#7
Sm says the Gen 2 is lighter, I call BS on that, all of mine have weighed in well over 40lbs. One difference is that the top access hatch is actually smaller on the G2, making putting the 3 fuel tank installation a PITA. The G2 the panel lines are much better and super accurate, the lines are even and consistent, they look fantastic. On all of mine the gear door cylinders did not leak and held air, but they are still not up to the task of holding closed when some speed is presented. If you go a full bypass setup I bet they would be fine, but I just run the lower bypass with the inlet duct. I replaced the cylinders on the others with larger 7/16 UP cylinders and that holds em closed. My current one is my favorite of all, flies like a dream and looks scale doing it (unlike the BVM-Jetlegend F16, which is NOTICABLY lighter). On all of mine the paint was really good, except my current one, It is GREAT, the factory did some weathering on it, and it turned out great. I am not saying anything about the F4, I have seen a few, and A buddy of mine is building one right now, and they are a badass for sure, but they do not fly the same, the 16 is an easier bird to handle than the F4.
Last edited by raron455; 02-04-2017 at 04:06 PM.
Ultimately it may come down to which one you think looks better. They both fly great.
02-05-2017, 10:30 AM
#11
My Feedback: (1)
They both fly great. However I love my Skymaster F4 the best of any jet I have owned. I am actually ready to do another one and have 2. I just need to sell something to have space to store. Yellow F18 Twin, Dan Gill panther, Feibao F15, Skymaster T38....One of those should give me space.
Good luck with your selection but I think you would be happy with either
Good luck with your selection but I think you would be happy with either
02-05-2017, 04:36 PM
#14
My first F-4 had a P-200. My second has a K-210. A friend had one with a 160sx and it was anemic even at sea level. He put a K-180 and he was
much happier with the performance.
My K-210 powered F-4
https://youtu.be/wGFHo6P40l0
My old P-200 powered F-4
https://youtu.be/UgyvGWKlhCs
02-05-2017, 04:46 PM
#15
My first F-4 had a P-200. My second has a K-210. A friend had one with a 160sx and it was anemic even at sea level. He put a K-180 and he was
much happier with the performance.
My K-210 powered F-4
https://youtu.be/wGFHo6P40l0
My old P-200 powered F-4
https://youtu.be/UgyvGWKlhCs
much happier with the performance.
My K-210 powered F-4
https://youtu.be/wGFHo6P40l0
My old P-200 powered F-4
https://youtu.be/UgyvGWKlhCs
02-05-2017, 05:14 PM
#17
Thanks Dantley! He currently has a 36lb Rhino, & what he says corroborates everything you've just said. He said once on step 36lbs will push her, but the TO & 1st turn are a bit marginal. How would I go about finding out if the current existing fuel system & pipe are up to a 40-50 lb thrust turbine?
02-05-2017, 08:48 PM
#21
Really comes down to your flying style. I have had both as well.. The F16 is way more maneuverable at slow speeds, F4 is more of a fast mover. Both great flyers in there own way...
02-06-2017, 09:51 AM
#24
My Feedback: (1)
I have the K210 in mine and love the power. I think you could go to as little as 180 and be happy. For me it handles the big block perfectly so go with a 200 class turbine of your choice would be my recommendation. Also the gear are great and have worked perfectly every flight No need to change. This is not the Xtreme arf gear maybe you are thinking of. These gear a well designed by Dr. Laikai and work awesome.
02-06-2017, 10:06 AM
#25
My Feedback: (1)
Thanks Dantley! He currently has a 36lb Rhino, & what he says corroborates everything you've just said. He said once on step 36lbs will push her, but the TO & 1st turn are a bit marginal. How would I go about finding out if the current existing fuel system & pipe are up to a 40-50 lb thrust turbine?