Need.40-.50 Engine recommendations for 3D
 

Was going to use an older OS.46 SF pumped version in a Lanier Radical 330 but in reading the tuning directions I don't think this would be a great choice for 3Ding
Says the motor runs best under steady throttle increases and that it tends to choke under gunning conditions.
Any suggestions? Don't want to spend a fortune on this motor.Only bought the plane 'cause it was cheap thru a Tower clearance
Calls for up to a .46 2 stroke or a .60 4 stroke

RE: Need.40-.50 Engine recommendations for 3D
 

evolution 46 2 stroke will scream with power and tuning is already done for you. just install and start up.

RE: Need.40-.50 Engine recommendations for 3D
 

The best combination of power and reliable transition will probably mean one of the following three:

OS, ThunderTiger, Webra.

The OS 46AX or 55AX are good motors but the Webra is also good and quite a bit lighter.

My choice however, is the TT46Pro fitted with a Tower/GMS47 muffler. This combo will give you gobs of power, superb transition and a very long-life.

But any of the three above won't disappoint.

Just steer clear of some of the Chinese 40-56 sized engines. They often make good power and idle fine but I've yet to find one that doesn't get a bit loaded up in its midrage -- which isn't so good for 3D.

RE: Need.40-.50 Engine recommendations for 3D
 

I second the .46 AX, or if you can find one, an older .46 FX. Ditch the stock muffler and go with a pitts or something with a little less backpressure. I had an FX on a Kyosho Flip 3d and was totally amazed at the power that little thing had.