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Could freewing produce a twin 80mm F/A-18F super hornet?
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Guys, I built, from the ground up, a Haoye F-18 (44" ws) . Wemo 90 mm, 1600 KV HET on 5000 8s and at 11 lbs. flies very well. The grass at our sod farm field is just ridiculous so I bungee and belly it. I didn't even consider a twin when planning the build and g;ad I didn't- initial thrust is just a bit under 1:1. Were FW and MRC to offer a "C" Hornet in this size (and it would no doubt be incredible) I'd sure buy it!
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Originally posted by Pogo View PostWere FW and MRC to offer a "C" Hornet in this size (and it would no doubt be incredible) I'd sure buy it!
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Having a two-seat variant would allow someone to make a proper EA-18G Growler. FW could even offer a kit of the jamming pods and decals to easily turn it into a Growler.
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Originally posted by Evoman View Post
I think if FW were to offer a model that could be configured as earthier a single seater "C" variant or a two-seat "D" variant it would appeal to a greater customer base.
Having a two-seat variant would allow someone to make a proper EA-18G Growler. FW could even offer a kit of the jamming pods and decals to easily turn it into a Growler.
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Originally posted by AZFlyer View PostAgreed. C or D model would be preferred. Just want a scale F-18 in any model. The one Freewing has now just doesn't do it for me. It's a nice plane, just can't get behind the TV and no rudders. Thanks guys!
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Originally posted by Pogo View PostGuys, I built, from the ground up, a Haoye F-18 (44" ws) . Wemo 90 mm, 1600 KV HET on 5000 8s and at 11 lbs. flies very well. The grass at our sod farm field is just ridiculous so I bungee and belly it. I didn't even consider a twin when planning the build and g;ad I didn't- initial thrust is just a bit under 1:1. Were FW and MRC to offer a "C" Hornet in this size (and it would no doubt be incredible) I'd sure buy it!
Tom
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Originally posted by The Junganaught View Post
Top stuff! I'm considering buying a T-45 kit+ and running that on 8S, I'm sceptical of the FW 8S power unit though, 1250kV seems low at nominal 29.6V. 37,000rpm is a fair bit different to 47,360rpm at nominal voltage of the wemo HET setup. What sort of flight time do you get with this bad boy?
I'd stick with something much lighter if you're swapping the EDF and going 8s. JF or DS-51
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Originally posted by Pogo View PostAround 4 minutes, but of course I might not fly like you. Initial amps are ~97, settling to maybe 90 at WOT (this with 5000 65C batteries). You could always go with the HET 1500 kv motor for a slightly milder setup. What would the T-45 weigh?
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Originally posted by Alpha10 View Post
Meh, the FW 1250 setup is a TANK... Like over 600g I believe. That's just not ideal for a plane that's already on the hefty side IMHO.
I'd stick with something much lighter if you're swapping the EDF and going 8s. JF or DS-51
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Originally posted by The Junganaught View Post
That would add a lot of weight considering there's 2 4S 5000's up front... i wonder if the DrMadThrust's are any lighter or if they produce more thrust without compromising flight time. I have to assess more options i think before i commit :Cool:
I've also stripped the slats and motors and airbrakes to lean it out even more... Came out very nice. :)
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Originally posted by Alpha10 View Post
I definitely would. Heck... Even my all alloy JP 8s unit weighs only 459g and my DS51-HET combo is even a little less than that.
I've also stripped the slats and motors and airbrakes to lean it out even more... Came out very nice. :)
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Originally posted by The Junganaught View Post
That would add a lot of weight considering there's 2 4S 5000's up front... i wonder if the DrMadThrust's are any lighter or if they produce more thrust without compromising flight time. I have to assess more options i think before i commit :Cool:
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Hurry up, Freewing/Flightline ............................ FMS is about to release their new 6s, 70mm F-18. It looks fast. To me, a 70mm in this size for an F-18 is too small since the FW 90mm flies so nice and has more presence.
4.2K views, 117 likes, 11 loves, 27 comments, 20 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from FMSmodel: We tested the FMS 70mm F-18 today. Have a look at the short video. Really fast speed. 😯
https://www.facebook.com/FMSmodel/ph...type=3&theater
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