Hey guys, what's the latest on the SWB Mamba? Are they supposed to be selling them yet? Anyone have any production engines that they have been running? How about a review or some feedback. Curious jet dudes wanna know. Just don't paint it Ferrari Hot!

Hi Woketman. I've been in contact with Jason at SWB. He has stated that the Mamba will be ready for delivery this month. I haven't spoken to him in the past couple of weeks but it seems the engine's are still not being shipped. I could be wrong. I was going to maybe put one in my new BVM Sabre but I'm pretty sure I will be going with a P-80 as BV will be offering a P-80 bypass for the new Sabre.

Take care!

Spencer Maze
CRCJA

Mark,

Haven't you heard. SWB got sued by proluck. It was established that there already was another product on the market called Mamba. (Some sort of snake I think)

PW

Picture of the real Mamba included

Hey Turbinator,

Can you confirm if it is the green or the black Mamba that is copyrighted:-)

BRG,
Chris.

Chris,

I think it is the green mamba he is representing. But it looks like SWB will be alloved to use the name anyway since their product does not have scales. :-)


PW

Hey Terbinator,
Re the scales, that is totaly dependant on how hot the combustion chamber gets, ( Smart Ass Technical answer from TJT)


:-) BRG,
Chris.

You guys have no idea what you are talking about. The problem with the production delay is that it has come to light that JETCAT has filed a patent for both the green and black mamba, as well as the rare red variety, since the snake so closely resembles the bussiness tactics of some opposition turbine vendors.

If you guys wait for a 11-12 lb engine, why don`t you have a look at www.funsonic.com ?
They told me delivery starts in August. I already ordered one.

TO

Sorry guys,
SWB's gonna have to change their little motor's name (ha, ha) as AC Car Group, Britain's oldest car maker in the UK, recently released their new Mamba sports car.

Mamba strikes in Chelsea
AC Cars launched their new coupe this week and the first members of the public to see it were Reuters City Motor Club members!

Geesh, snakes and cars...........and I thought the Mamba was a dance!
Myles

Ageless, they told ya August, eh? So far, I can not remember a single turbine from any manufacturer that was ever available when they said it would be. For many, it is due to legitimate developmental issues and you probably don't want it anyway until all of the bugs are worked out (if that ever happens). But these guys are always very optimistic in predicting availability dates. Sure, somebody will say "you're wrong! Turbine XYZ from ABC was available a week early!", but that is a rarity. How long past August can you hold your breath? Please let us know when it really materializes.

We should have had a Mamba for review in RCJI, still not arrived. What did arrive by UPS this morning was a PST 600 turbine, it is beautifully made in Thailand and was demoed at the WJM last November. An early customer showed me his engine at Jets over Sydney last weekend and we started it several times. Fired up and ran each time every time, no problem at all, smooth as silk. (What do you expect from Thailand ). I was so impressed that I have bought the review engine and will fly it in the BobCat and F86. after bench testing. Full and in-depth review in RCJI asap, just missed the current issue.

(PSTjets.com)
BRG,
David Gladwin

Ok, I will keep you informed on the FS 52 progress. As soon as I got my engine I will post it here.
Also some details about quality etc.

TO

Thank you Ageless, I am sure it is appreciated. We are all very corious, especially about new manufacturers.

Hey, Ageless

How Much?

In europe it is 2495 Euro. (Full autosart) I do not know, what they will take in the US.

TO