Saito Engine Question
 

I have a 13.5 lb Senior Telemaster that is setup to haul r/c sky divers. It currently has an old Saito 120. It will carry one skydiver with relative ease but the plane has the capability to carry 3 2 1/2lb jumpers. I have done it a few times but it is a struggle. I am in the process of trying to decide whether or not to purchase a Saito 150 or the 180. Is the 180 worth the extra 30 dollars in cost over the 150. Please keep in mind I will be hauling upwards of 9 pounds for a total all up weight at take off of about 23 lbs. The Telemaster has a ton of lift and I know either would work I just wanted another opinion. I thought about changing it over to gas but that would require a lot of modifications where the replacement of the 120 with either of these would be just a drop in and go. Thanks in advance.

Mike

RE: Saito Engine Question
 

Well for sure the 1.8 will do the job.. and .. there's always the throttle stick!

RE: Saito Engine Question
 

I fly it around at between quarter and half throttle now with nothing on it, I am wondering if there is that much of a power difference between the 150 to the 180 to pay an extra 30 bucks?

RE: Saito Engine Question
 

You are talking about extra weight.. If the plane will fly on the 150 with the additional weight.. there's your answer.. is the power difference worth the $30bucks? Depends on what you want or need.. its only $30 bucks.

RE: Saito Engine Question
 

I have a 180 NIB and I'll split the difference w/ you. PM me if you're interested.
Al