Maybe someone can help me understand the economics of turbine pricing. Why is it that a 19 LBS thrust turbine costs 3095 from one manufacturer and their 36 LBS thrust cost a whopping $900 more? I think they are both KJ 66 based, using the same ECU and support accessories. Is it a matter of supply and demand, or just an established rule that more thrust should cost more $$$$. Another manufacturer charges 2399 for their 19 LBS thrust and $3199 for a 28 LBS. Again, a huge difference between what seem to be identical engines

Also, I have been told that the smaller turbines are more labor intensive than the bigger ones when is come to final tweaking at the factory. Then why are small turbines cheaper than the bigger ones? I doubt that the insignificant extra inconell needed to produce a larger turbine makes the difference.

Finally, how can two different manufacturers virtually identical turbines (both full autostart, same thrust, same warranty, reliable engines) have a price difference of more than $900. Supply and demand again, or different manufacturing techniques?

Any help to understand this is appreciated.

Henry C