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Old 01-02-2008 | 02:50 PM
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How much thrust do I need for 3D and aerobatic flying?

Suppose it weights 4 lbs, how much thrust do I need?

Thanks very much,
Jim


Old 01-02-2008 | 03:28 PM
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figure at least 150 watts per pound... closer to 200 or more would be better
Old 01-02-2008 | 04:02 PM
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Thanks, I have found watts/lb info, I'm specifically looking for thrust/lb.
Thrust to weight ratio.

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ummm...for 3d...

2:1 is great!! 1.5:1 is good too...

so for a 4lb plane.. 6 to 8 lbs of thrust would be lovely
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2 to 1 is great! i do that on all my planes and they really perform well! 4lb plane, 8lb thrust
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1.5x=necessary 2x=Excitement!!

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