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atr42flyer

12-26-2009 10:16 AM

What engine to use on Katana?

hey guys i have a KMP 2M Katana that i am going to use a gas engine on. i have a g-38 i could put on it but was thinking about either the DLE-30 or DLE-55 the website of KMP says they fly theirs with a an O.S. 1.60 so i am looking for a gas equivalent to that or just a bit more. i also was looking at an evolution engine 35gt2 or 40gx but they are a lot more expensive.

do you think that the DLE-30 will have more power than my g-38?

thanks.

soarrich

12-26-2009 10:41 AM

RE: What engine to use on Katana?

At 78" wingspan, the DLE 30 would do it, but I had a 50cc in a 81" plane and loved it.

atr42flyer

12-26-2009 10:55 AM

RE: What engine to use on Katana?

do you think the g38 would perform better than the DLE-30?

soarrich

12-26-2009 11:01 AM

RE: What engine to use on Katana?

Yes. If it's got a magneto it might be a lot heavier though, and make it a tough fit in a tight cowl.

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