Super Buccaneer - what power?
09-28-2014, 02:02 PM
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Super Buccaneer - what power?
Guys,
I've recently acquired a partially built Berkley Super Buccaneer. I want to power this with a 4-stroke engine (for that great sound!), but I'm not sure what size to use. The wingspan is about 102". There isn't much room on the hardwood engine mounting rails -- I think because it was designed for an older 2-stroke. I'm wondering if a .52 4-stroke would fly it OK . (That one fits nicely.) Any advice?
Thanks much,
Patrick
I've recently acquired a partially built Berkley Super Buccaneer. I want to power this with a 4-stroke engine (for that great sound!), but I'm not sure what size to use. The wingspan is about 102". There isn't much room on the hardwood engine mounting rails -- I think because it was designed for an older 2-stroke. I'm wondering if a .52 4-stroke would fly it OK . (That one fits nicely.) Any advice?
Thanks much,
Patrick
09-29-2014, 06:53 AM
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Hi Patrick,
If the Buccaneer is built lightly enough, then the 52 should be adequate power. One of the fellows who I fly with has a 96" Lanzo Bomber which weighs around 5 1/2 lbs and it flies very well with a 52 four stroke. I believe it's a Magnum.
Dick
If the Buccaneer is built lightly enough, then the 52 should be adequate power. One of the fellows who I fly with has a 96" Lanzo Bomber which weighs around 5 1/2 lbs and it flies very well with a 52 four stroke. I believe it's a Magnum.
Dick
