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mjunior 08-09-2012 10:49 AM

New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Just read in the USA Wren website that new models are coming (http://www.wrenturbines.co.uk/usa/news).

Ron, keep us informed.

Wren Turbines USA 08-09-2012 11:08 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Wren 140

264 mm (10.4") long
100 mm (3.9") diameter
14Kg (31 pounds) thrust
Internal kero feed- with exterior plug for ease of service

More data available soon on our website!!!

fireblade5437 08-09-2012 12:16 PM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Not even mentioned on Wren's UK site.....

Alan

JohnMac 08-10-2012 06:02 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Ron hasn't told them yet!:D

Wren Turbines USA 08-10-2012 06:56 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
News regarding the 140 and 180 was actually released during Wren UK Open Day!

I had on display at my recent Open Day an outline and specs on the 140 for attendees to view.

We also had information describing these motors in our booth at Kentucky Jets.

There is an amazingly long develolpmental time to bring a new motor to the market, as many are aware. Others have no clue.

The new Jubilee motor has been in development for 2 years, and when finally released later this year, will offer a full kero start motor with 16 pounds of thrust for under $2000.00 US

In the late 90's, the first 54 motor ran using a wooden compressor wheel, that same platform now produces 22 pounds of thrust....

If anyone has a question regarding the Wren motors, please...email or phone, as I am always willing to discuss your concerns or ideas.

Best regards,


siclick33 08-10-2012 08:25 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
I don't really understand the US pricing for the Wren Jubilee.

In the UK it is £1200 which is an awesome deal. For comparison, the Jets Munt VT80 is about £1500.

In the US the price is $2000 and you can get a VT80 for that. Taking the £1200 and taking off UK VAT and then converting it to dollars gives approximately $1600. Does it cost $400 to ship and import an engine from the UK?

mjunior 11-05-2012 11:38 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Wren buddies,

Take a look in the Wren's UK website now ( http://www.wrenturbines.co.uk/ ). The 140 is taking shape and coming...:D

jonty 11-05-2012 11:53 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
He did say for under $2,000

Gary Arthur 11-05-2012 01:20 PM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Looks like some interesting stuff going on there at Wren.

I can say my Super Sports (2) and 44 gold have been performing very well.....

Sparhawk 11-05-2012 05:18 PM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 


ORIGINAL: siclick33

I don't really understand the US pricing for the Wren Jubilee.

In the UK it is £1200 which is an awesome deal. For comparison, the Jets Munt VT80 is about £1500.

In the US the price is $2000 and you can get a VT80 for that. Taking the £1200 and taking off UK VAT and then converting it to dollars gives approximately $1600. Does it cost $400 to ship and import an engine from the UK?
What are you using for a currency converter? I just ran it by the Oanda website and 1200 converts to just over $1900 USD. Appears to be right on the mark, just as Ron said it was..

Dan

Dr Honda 11-05-2012 06:22 PM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 

ORIGINAL: Sparhawk



ORIGINAL: siclick33

I don't really understand the US pricing for the Wren Jubilee.

In the UK it is £1200 which is an awesome deal. For comparison, the Jets Munt VT80 is about £1500.

In the US the price is $2000 and you can get a VT80 for that. Taking the £1200 and taking off UK VAT and then converting it to dollars gives approximately $1600. Does it cost $400 to ship and import an engine from the UK?
What are you using for a currency converter? I just ran it by the Oanda website and 1200 converts to just over $1900 USD. Appears to be right on the mark, just as Ron said it was..

Dan

Right now the conversion is $1.28 USD to 1 EUR. So.. $1200 EUR is $1536 USD. Also... the UK price has a 20% VAT... so it should be even less, since we don't pay the VAT.

I've been thinking about this myself. Since the EUR and the Dollar are getting closer... the USA pricing should be reevaluated.

Sparhawk 11-05-2012 06:40 PM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Tony, the UK doesn't use the Euro. He is quoting the UK price in "pounds Sterling"... Note the L symbol, not the € symbol, so my conversion stands.

Dan

Dr Honda 11-05-2012 07:01 PM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 


ORIGINAL: Sparhawk

Tony, the UK doesn't use the Euro. He is quoting the UK price in ''pounds Sterling''... Note the L symbol, not the € symbol, so my conversion stands.

Dan

OK... My mistake.

Wren Turbines USA 11-07-2012 11:42 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
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I'm in England this week for additional training to service the Wren 44 Heli and TurboProp gearboxes and kerostart gas generators.
I have also just completed two days of intensive training regarding ECU and fuel pump setup and diagnostics.
The first two days were focused on the repair and building of the new Jubilee and 100.
I have also had the opportunity to get a first hand look at the development of the new Wren140. Progress is ahead of schedule for this motor and the new internal kerostart system will be incorporated on all new motors offered by Wren in the future.
More to come!

PaulD 11-07-2012 08:00 PM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Looks like fun Ron,

Maybe fixing my TP as a learner?

Cheers,

PaulD

Ps - watch those Brits and their pubs! Dems good beer! :D

Wren Turbines USA 11-08-2012 03:19 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
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A few pics for comparison

The 160-140-100 all with internal kero and external burner for ease of service.

I'm holding the 140 and the 100

cheers!!

Wren Turbines USA 11-08-2012 03:27 AM

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More!

ww2birds 11-09-2012 04:43 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Great stuff Ron! Enjoy the trip and say hi to Mike for me .. hope we can get him back for another open house in the USA some day.

Dave McQueeney .. wishing for a Wren 180 in the spring!!!



gooseF22 11-09-2012 11:33 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Awesome stuff!!...dave

jetflyr 11-09-2012 07:09 PM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Sa-weet!
Great stuff Ron!

Greg

mjunior 11-10-2012 12:54 PM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
My Elan is just waiting the 140....:D

mjunior 11-19-2012 10:45 AM

RE: New Wren turbines 140 and 180
 
Wren USA is taking pre-orders.... I will contact my local dealer to see the estimated delivery date.


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