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jnatale3

03-04-2012 03:34 PM

Top Speed

Just on a clear and sunny day, with no opposing wind, what is the top MPH speed of most good quality nitro planes, nitro jets and electric planes. I just bought a Stinson Reliant SR 10 and am curious about it too. Joe

levram1

03-04-2012 04:15 PM

RE: Top Speed

Depends on what type of aircraft and what type/size of powerplant.

jnatale3

03-04-2012 04:32 PM

RE: Top Speed

With that said, can an electric and or a nitro plane / jet reach 60mph+ with a good engine set up? What are some records for electric / nitro?

Jim Thomerson

03-04-2012 04:53 PM

RE: Top Speed

In AMA control line speed, for various nitro sizes, and dynajets (I think electric also) there is a mandatory rule change to larger diameter wire when the record for any class exceeds 200 MPH.

jnatale3

03-04-2012 05:03 PM

RE: Top Speed

Thanks Jim! Btw. What is the top mph speed you think on my Reliant? Has a brushless 480.

levram1

03-04-2012 05:09 PM

RE: Top Speed

60 MPH

j.duncker

03-04-2012 05:22 PM

RE: Top Speed

FYI the fastest model aircraft are gliders. Current record 446 mph. [link=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByOB4luuvy4]CLICKY[/link]

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