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Which Novarossi engine for my scratch built plane

Question: Hello, can you suggest us a Novarossi engine (7cc), muffler, pipe, prop combination to lift a payload of around 12-13 kgs including plane weight?   Answer: I would suggest the Novarossi R528F engine used with a header and tuned pipe. We would also include a pipe mount.   This is a powerful engine yet easy to manage. Should work for...

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Smallest prop on the Novarossi R75F Aircraft Engine

Question: What is the smallest prop size I could run on the Novarossi R75F airplane motor? Could I run an 11 inch prop on it or would that be to small? The reason I ask is I do not have the ground clearance to fit a 12 inch prop like recommended for the motor.   Answer: You can use a...

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Horsepower ratings of Novarossi Engines

Question: What in the horsepower rating of your R46CR engine?   Answer: Regarding horsepower, Novarossi prefers to provide RPM ratings rather than horsepower numbers. We believe that these ratings provide a better comparison between engines made by different manufacturers. Novarossi tests engines with dynometers under controlled conditions. Unfortunately not every manufacturer uses the same tests and horsepower numbers as presented...

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Model Airplane Engine Storage

Question from a Novarossi engine pilot I just got your Novarossi R46CR engine. Says in directions to run the fuel out of the engine for storage.  I'm using OMEGA 10% with castor. I read on internet it's ok to store engines not running them dry with this fuel. What do U think? If that's not true, is there a fuel...

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Novarossi R26CR engine for Combat Planes

Question: Hello, I want try Novarossi R26CR engine and 50260 muffler in my 1/12 combat planes.  Do you think this is appropriate sized engine and power for this application?     Answer: Thank you for your request on Novarossi engines. We have the R26CR with tuned muffler in stock and can ship to you without a problem.  This engine would be...

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Novarossi Rear Exhaust .28 Nitro Engine - The R528F Combo

The R528F rear exhaust engine has found its place in small and fast R/C planes. Delta wings and ducted fan models seem to be popular varieties for this high performance package, which makes it's peak 2.8 Horsepower at 32,000 RPM.  Planethobby is introducing a combo that includes engine, header and muffler.  For more info, see our page on the R528F Combo....

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