ORIGINAL: mayhem maniac
I'd do the test on a larger space. 400-500 yards
If it has reached terminal velocity, then it matters not how far the test distance is. We chose 100m for timing as we could easily see the 2 marks on the floor for clicking the stop watch. 400-500 yds (approx 1/4 mile) though your eyes may be binocular, to me it sounds too far. Remember you still have to CONTROL the Jato, and running it at WOT for that distance is not recommended.
But we did the run again last night, WITH A RADAR GUN. Finally we have some conclusive proof. 58.3Mph on the dial. The convinces me that Traxxas' claims are well founded. This was a totally stock Jato, engine is 3 Imp Galls old (approx 2 months), Tornado 20% and A3 plug.
So MM do you believe now?