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Toronto Electric Model Aviation Club (TEMAC) => General Discussion => Topic started by: frajolex on October 07, 2014, 09:37:38 PM

Title: Van's Aircraft RV-4 Sport Scale Balsa GP/EP 1600mm
Post by: frajolex on October 07, 2014, 09:37:38 PM

Just bought this baby from HK.. it should be here in a few days ( FEDEX shipping = $49)..


http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__55145__Van_39_s_Aircraft_RV_4_Sport_Scale_Balsa_GP_EP_1600mm_ARF_.html


Any suggestions on the Motor / Battery? I got a 70 AMP Opto ESC.



Title: Re: Van's Aircraft RV-4 Sport Scale Balsa GP/EP 1600mm
Post by: Michael on October 08, 2014, 02:34:16 PM
Your link includes suggested motor and battery parameters.


I would suggest:


E-Flite 46 or 52 on 5 cells, or E-Flite 60 on 6 cells.


Batteries should be about 4000 to 5000 mah.

Title: Re: Van's Aircraft RV-4 Sport Scale Balsa GP/EP 1600mm
Post by: frajolex on October 12, 2014, 03:19:15 AM
thanks Mike, you know, HK always underestimate your needs. I got a .60 motor, 4000 6S battery. it should work fine.
Title: Re: Van's Aircraft RV-4 Sport Scale Balsa GP/EP 1600mm
Post by: Bigstik on October 12, 2014, 10:35:24 AM
Very nice model.

Bigstik