Aeroworks 30cc Laser 200 ARF-QB
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Tymac300
30cc
I really haven't had anything but great experiences with the Laser. In summary, it's an extremely smooth, precise, and easy to fly plane that the average sport flier can fly with confidence, yet with all 3D and Extreme Aerobatic capabilities that would be expected when on 3D rates. I am able to complete clean IMAC sequences, post-stall low and slow 3D maneuvers, and high energy aerobatics all without issue. The best part is that it is very relaxing and fun to fly. It definitely exceeded my expectations and Mr. Mariani did an awesome job with this airframe.
Now on to my choice of converting this plane to electric. I've been wanting an electric 30cc plane for a couple years now and figured that this plane would be a great candidate. I was originally planning on an E-Flite power setup with the Power 160 motor. However, I have some 4s 5000 packs and the 160 isn't quite the right wind for 8s. Knowing from many friends and personal experiences that Motrofly makes some of the best motors available, I aimed for the 5320-300. I chose this motor over the 4330-298 simply because there is a slight bit more wattage in the 5320 while sacrificing only grams more of weight. I also chose the 300 wind over the 330 so I could put a slightly larger prop on it to provide more air over the control surfaces as well as more torque in post-stall maneuvers.
My current power setup is the Motrofly 5320-300 on 2 4s 5000 E-Flite 30c packs in series with a Castle Phoenix Edge 100 and a Falcon 19x8 wood prop. Matt and I weighed the plane and it came in at 12 pounds on the nose with the batteries installed (RTF). With this setup, the plane has plenty of power and I couldn't be happier. The Castle log said that the max watts was 2802 (233 watts a pound) which is exactly what Motrofly says the max watts of that motor is. Max amps was 90.8.
Here is the link to the video without music for mobile viewing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKIjRZ0DLuQ&feature=youtu.be
If anyone has any more questions feel free to ask and I will be more than happy to answer them
Now on to my choice of converting this plane to electric. I've been wanting an electric 30cc plane for a couple years now and figured that this plane would be a great candidate. I was originally planning on an E-Flite power setup with the Power 160 motor. However, I have some 4s 5000 packs and the 160 isn't quite the right wind for 8s. Knowing from many friends and personal experiences that Motrofly makes some of the best motors available, I aimed for the 5320-300. I chose this motor over the 4330-298 simply because there is a slight bit more wattage in the 5320 while sacrificing only grams more of weight. I also chose the 300 wind over the 330 so I could put a slightly larger prop on it to provide more air over the control surfaces as well as more torque in post-stall maneuvers.
My current power setup is the Motrofly 5320-300 on 2 4s 5000 E-Flite 30c packs in series with a Castle Phoenix Edge 100 and a Falcon 19x8 wood prop. Matt and I weighed the plane and it came in at 12 pounds on the nose with the batteries installed (RTF). With this setup, the plane has plenty of power and I couldn't be happier. The Castle log said that the max watts was 2802 (233 watts a pound) which is exactly what Motrofly says the max watts of that motor is. Max amps was 90.8.
Here is the link to the video without music for mobile viewing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKIjRZ0DLuQ&feature=youtu.be
If anyone has any more questions feel free to ask and I will be more than happy to answer them
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gyro
GSN Contributor
Tyler,
Excellent write up and description of your experience with the plane. You demonstrate it's capabilities deftly!
Would enjoy following a build log of your next AW plane, it'd be cool to see how you build your planes.
I'm very partial to motrolfly motors myself, and the 5320 is actually my favorite over the 4330. I know the rear concentric bearing on the 4330 makes it better for 3D, but the 5320 seems to run a little cooler and sounds better too. Either way, great choice!
Excellent write up and description of your experience with the plane. You demonstrate it's capabilities deftly!
Would enjoy following a build log of your next AW plane, it'd be cool to see how you build your planes.
I'm very partial to motrolfly motors myself, and the 5320 is actually my favorite over the 4330. I know the rear concentric bearing on the 4330 makes it better for 3D, but the 5320 seems to run a little cooler and sounds better too. Either way, great choice!
Enterprise
150cc
I shot a high quality video for Tyler the other week and hopefully he will get it up when he gets back. I got to fly this plane and it is super smooth. Comfortable is a good word for it. It is very precise and easy to fly and very nice on the electric setup. It is not going to compete with the freestyle for raw 3D ability. As Tyler shows, it has 3D chops, just it leans more towards the precision side and you know the quality and support is there from AW.
[MENTION=769]dth7[/MENTION] got a pull as well and maybe he can add his thoughts.
[MENTION=769]dth7[/MENTION] got a pull as well and maybe he can add his thoughts.
