What engines for a Kyosho PBY Catalina?
10-05-2003, 09:54 PM
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What engines for a Kyosho PBY Catalina?
My friend has a Kyosho PBY Catalina he is beginning to build. He is thinking of using two Hornet .15's because they are easy to cowl in. Is this enough power for this plane?
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Bill
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RE: What engines for a Kyosho PBY Catalina?
A friend of mine flew his on a pair of OS-20FP's with 9" props. Due to the limited clearance to the fuselage anything larger won't fit easily.
I have found 15's good for models that weigh 3 to 4 lbs, but the .20's and .25's (same case) from OS have considerable more power.
My vote is to go with the .20's
I have found 15's good for models that weigh 3 to 4 lbs, but the .20's and .25's (same case) from OS have considerable more power.
My vote is to go with the .20's
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RE: What engines for a Kyosho PBY Catalina?
A fellow club member has the Kyosho Catalina and it flies very well with 2 OS15FPs. Plenty of power for takeoff and flying. The Catalina has a big wing which helps a great deal. Unbelievably quiet also.
Cheers!
Jollidude
Cheers!
Jollidude
