This makes more sense, I always thought 2.5 lb. seemed a little on the high side.

Here's another plane that is close in size and weight to the Nitroplane:

http://www.sigmfg.com/cgi-bin/dpsmar...FV4.html?E+Sig

The recommended engine size on the Herr is .049 to .061 compared to .15-.25 on the Nitro? That's a 4X difference on the high end. If the Herr actually does fly well with this size engine, then I would say that a .25 is too big and heavy for the Nitroplane. I still have not received the plane, it would be easier to judge if I had the thing in my hands...