Which P-47?

[Loneflier]

I have been trying to compare the EFlite 1.2m Razorback P-47 and the FMS 1.5m Razorback. Does anyone have both, and how do they compare? Is the FMS worth the extra 100.00?

For me, the larger issue are the batteries. I don't currently have any 5000mAH 6S batteries, and the Admirals they recommend are 109 each. The initial cost is OK if they last, but what happens if they start puffing after only a few cycles? It is one thing to lose a 30 dollar 3S battery when that happens, but not so much with the expensive 6S batteries.

For just 2 5000mah 6S batteries, and the FMS plane, I would have an initial investment somewhere in the 600.00 range by the time you add a receiver too. On the other hand, the EFlite is 269.99, comes with a receiver, and uses common 3S batteries. I would like to move up to the larger models, but I have to ask myself is it worth the extra expense, especially when I am having so much fun with the smaller 1100-1200 size warbirds. I am wondering if knowing I have so much more on the line when flying the larger model, if I would enjoy it as much.

So, what does the forum think? I am sure there are others out there in the same predicament, wanting to move up to larger models, but still have a strong core experience base with the smaller models. Thanks for your opinions!

[farmflyer]

I also like the 1100to1200mm birds on 3or4s. I will by very interested to hear what everyone has to say on this subject. It seems that things are trending toward bigger planes so I may have to keep flying my old stuff as long as I can keep em going.

[rifleman_btx]

I would say the eflite. It will give you alot more for the money, and as you said cheaper batteries

[Nickc2023]

I have both planes and they both fly very well. The larger fms version is much more of a presence in the air and gets very impressive flight times. I use 3400mah bolts (59.99 from hobby king), 4500 mah floureons (109.99 for 2 on amazon) and 2 5000mah 3s gforce's in series and i get about 7 -8 min flight times from all. It cruses around at 50% throttle with ease and lands like a trainer. The smaller eflight p47 also flys and lands very well but is a little slow for my taste. It is however much easer to transport and has the option of safe select for newer pilots. I can use a 2200 all the way up to a 5000 mah batt with no balance issues. Some guys are running it on 4s to get a little more speed but id suggest upgrading the esc if you were to do that. I was very hesitant to get into 6s myself, but once you start flying the bigger planes its hard to go back to the 1.2m size. Either plane will treat you well so im sure you'll enjoy whichever one you choose.

[boomer108]

I have the E-Flight P-47, I bought it just before the FMS version came out. It is a beautiful plane and besides FMS makes it for E-Flight,so it's really just a smaller version of the FMS P-47. I like large planes but not at FMS inflated prices or the price of 6s lipos. If I want larger I'll buy Motions Flitghtline War birds.

Roy B.

[chopper]

I've noticed recently that find myself basing my airplane purchases on the batteries I already have in stock. With so many 3 and 4 cells in my collection it would take a pretty special craft to get me outside of that range. Not saying it won't happen, but battery size is certainly a determining factor for some of us. Having said that, the E-flight is a great deal no matter what batteries it takes.

[F106DeltaDart]

It depends on what works best for you in terms size, but I loved my 1500mm P-47. It had a great envelope of performance, from low-high speed, very stable, and got fantastic flight times (10 min on 6S 5500). In addition, it was very detailed, and pretty easy to transport. Just undo 4 screws and both wings slide out, with no additional wiring connections to make. Although mine went in after I changed out the power system (pulled the firewall right out of the airplane!) it will definitely be getting a rebuild!

[Kloverzero]

I have had the 1.2m and I currently have the 1.5m The Smaller one never "Did It" for me. It was rather lethargic on the 3S battery, I think Horizon could have done better if they had used a 4S power system in it. That said the plane flew well, and did not have any bad habits.

The 1500mm is an awesome incredible beast that truly lives up to the name "Jug". I am flying it on the Admiral 5000mAh 50C, and flight times can be close to 10 minutes with throttle management. The power is very nice, and with the MrRC sound Aspire in it purring out the nice Double Wasp sound, it sounds incredible as well. It does not care if it is in grass or on pavement, nice smooth take off rolls with very predictable tail lift, and ultra smooth liftoffs. Lands like a feather.

[Loneflier]

Thanks for all the inputs guys! I really want to go with the 1.5m plane, just need to slowly build up some 6s batteries. I am not familiar with the Fluorine batteries that Nickc2023 mentioned, but price wise they sound reasonable. I have most of the other 1.2m Eflite warbirds and enjoy them, but kind of want something different, but ify they put it on a special, I will probably get it too!

[Nickc2023]

The fluorine 6s 4500mah lipos work really well in my prop planes, 1500mm P47, Carbon Z cub, Hanger 9 f22 raptor. I tried them in my 70 and 80mm edf's and despite the alleged 45c discharge rating they didnt do so well. While i wouldnt recommend them for high power applications, for the price (about $55) they do just fine in my less demanding aircraft. I have about 25 cycles on each of mine and so far no puffing.

[Loneflier]

Thanks for the information Nickc2023. I'll definitely check those batteries out.