Modeltech Extra 300
 

Hello,

I am looking at purchasing a 99% built MT Extra 300 to keep on hand since its a pretty good deal. I was wondering if anyone thinks a Enya 45 would be a little too much engine for this plane? Any thoughts, I basically move engines from plane to plane as I see fit since I can't afford to buy an engine for every toy I have :D

- Mike

Modeltech Extra 300
 

I just ordered a MT Extra 300 .25- I assume this is the one you refer to. I paid $79 bucks for it at Sheldon's Hobbies online. It sounds like a lot for the money. I plan to put my .30 FS Magnum in it. I'm not looking for 3-D performance. In fact, I'm going to widen the ailerons and use them as flapperons for slow landings. It looks like my plane will have a loading around 20, and I like lighter planes. From what I have read, the standard plane will run over 4 lbs. With your FS, you may have to move weight aft to balance the model, but I'm sure it will fly very well- should hover with a low-pitch prop. You may have to bend or replace the landing gear to clear the 12" or 13" props that would be best for your combo. Good luck! John

Modeltech Extra 300
 

Had one (and then sold it)... had a Webra 40 speed on there. Needless to say it was incredibly overpowered. And the engine, altough light for a 40 size, was probably too heavy for this plane. I'd stick something like an OS32 SX or Webra 32/35 on there for a lot of fun. Keep it light...

it'll fly with the 45, just keep the speed up on landing. you might consider taller gear for the size props you'll need.