KingTech K-170 Debut
 

Here it is. The first KingTech K-170 in the U.S.

I spoke withe Barry Hou of WWW.KingTechUSA.com and it will be called the K-170. It puts out 37 pounds of thrust plus. I did get the opertunity to run the engine up and all I can say is WOW. This engine pushes hard. It was all I could do to hold the Jet back.

The F-18 and the KingTech K-170 will be debuted at Jets over Kentucky. Barry will be putting it through its paces.

See you there.
Joe Lewis
KingTech K-80 owner x 2

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Yes, Thank you Lewis, with improved design of various internal components and their alignment, the engine runs mostly around or under 600 degrees and with higher thrust than anticipated of solid 37+ lbs; the factory re-designated it to K-170, also comes with limited life time warranty.

Barry

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

What is it going to cost?

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

I want I want I want,please let us know how she runs.
Anyvideos anywhere?

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

Hi Andy, it is $2950 and we are now taking orders as well as seeking reps to be eligible for discount ;)

Barry
626-793-4677

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Hi Barry the K170 looks awesome,ill be reciving my large skymaster hawk next week and i think it would be the perfect match for this airframe.
We have run many K80's in south africa and i am very impressed with them.
Well done on the development ,if the 170 is as good as the 80 you have a winner.
My next turbine is definetly a K170.

Regards Greg

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Will there be a special event price for the K-170 at Jets over Kentucky? Also, can you please tell us more about the limited-life time warranty?[8D]

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

Thanks Greg for your kind words, let me know if I could help you with one. As far as Kentucky, we will do a $100 off $2,950 for anyone who orders before July 11th.

Kingtech Lifetime* Limited Warranty

Kingtech warrants that this MINIATURE TURBOJET ENGINE for model aircraft, cars
or boats (“Model Engine”) enclosed with this warranty statement is free from defects
in materials and workmanship during normal usage, according to the following terms
and conditions.
1) The limited warranty extends to the original purchaser ("Buyer") of the Model
Engine and is transferable to any subsequent purchaser / end-user for a re-registration fee of $150.
2) Warranty coverage begins the day you buy the turbine to the day you sell or crash
turbine (which ever comes first), all parts except for electric motors, glow
plug, valves, ECU & HDT/GSU, pump and all frictional materials/components including but not limited to the bearings, will be repaired or replaced
free of charge. All parts, including repaired and replaced parts are covered for the
original warranty period. When the warranty on the turbine expires, the warranty on
all replaced and repaired parts also expires. The ECU is warranted for 1 year of
purchased.
3) Buyer must fully accept all conditions of the PURCHASE AGREEMENT, FULL
ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
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replacement is needed because of Model Engine malfunction or failure during normal
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6) The Buyer must bear the cost of shipping the turbine to and from Kingtech, Taiwan.
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of Kingtech, including damage caused by shipping.
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foreign object damage, weather, Act of God, improper electrical connections, or
connections to other products not recommend for interconnection by Kingtech.
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the Model Engine is returned to Kingtech after the expiration of the warranty period,
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shipping charges.
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10) Kingtech shall not be liable for delay in rendering service under the limited
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this Model Engine, the Buyer is advised to return this Model Engine immediately in
new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
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Buyer and Kingtech. The allocation is recognized by the Buyer and is reflected in the
purchase price of the Model Engine.

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

I know its lengthy, but when the time comes just give us a call, we'll do our best to take care of you.

Barry
626-793-4677

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

Greg,

Get me one too, I promise to pay you back ;)

Only thing is how does the price change when you order through our local "concept" hobby shop? And is there a benefit to this, are they the agents?:eek:

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In the Haze

Concept no dealer or agent call the right people and you get the right price...

Morne

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And the right people are?????

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

go to kingtech web site

Regards

Morne

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No problem ITH
anything els i can get you with that? lol

I get a feeling Morne is the dealer.(mmmm maby i need to test one here at altitude for him)

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

A Hawk 100 with a decent color scheme would be nice.

Anyway lets see what yours comes out like, order the motor anyway, Rod will pay with a bit of persuasion i am sure.:D

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

Barry, that is one nice looking turbine. I think once the secret gets out that these are a class act for a class price, KingTech will change the face of turbine buying. Like the man said a few post ago, If the 170 performs as well as our K80's do, it's going to be a winner, hands down!!!!

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When will it be available Ready to buy new turbine and this one sounde great...

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

Thank you Roy,
Hippo, they are available now, but being so new of a product, we don't even have an inventory here in California. So, we could do a Credit Card transaction and the 170 will be shipped from Taiwan within 2 working days directly to you.

Hope this helps,

Barry

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Here are pictures of the Flightworks fuel pump model 450, developed specifically for KingTech K-170,

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I have a test video, feel great.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvzDMPj5Cew[/youtube]

Tony Hong

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Thank you Tony, the video looks great, all temp around mid 500s :) This engine is going to be very reliable ;)
So, do you have an airframe in mind to install a K-170E?

Barry

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what's with the flames out the rear

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

That's only brief upon a sudden acceleration from idle, typical with all turbine operations. The temperature went from 450 to less than 570, still quite a bit of room to be more aggressive on the adjustment, even so, it's already under 4 seconds.

Barry

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

Hey,

I got a chance to see and handle one of these the other day. I gotta admit, it looked really nice! I spun the wheel and the bearings seemed very smooth with what felt like a perfect preload. Good job, guys!

RE: KingTech K-170 Debut
 

Barry, I will be in the IDF defensive fighter installation of new K-170E engines.

Great expectations;)

Best Regards


Tony Hong