What brand of engine do I buy for Remote Nitro Gas Airplane?

Question

I am buying an rc airplane for a good friend who LOVES them and has never had a gas powered one and would be sooo excited to get one on his B-day. I am wanting to buy this Ultimate BiPe 40 42" Wing RC Remote Nitro Gas Airplane. But it I need to buy a few parts that do not come with it and I don't know what engine to buy on ebay 'cause it doesn't say exactly & I know nothing about OK here's what it says I need. Or the specifications

Wing Span: 42in/1060mm

Wing Area: 37.3 sq dm/578 sq in

Flying Weight: 4.5 lbs/2050g

Length: 39.5in/1000mm

Engine Required: 2C 0.40; 4C 0.50 cu in

Radio Required: 4 Channels, 4 Servos

I would be greatful if one could explaine to me what engine I need, must it be a specific engine or brand, I see engines on ebay, but am confused, I know I'm rambling sorry. As for the radio? what kind and where I haven't a clue it doesn't say in the auction. & what on earth is a servo? THanks y'all whoever made it this far. :)

Answer 1

I would NOT recommend the Ultimate Bipe for a first gas plane, unless this person has a whole lot of flying experience.  I would suggest a trainer.

The engine can be any brand.  2C = 2 cycle, 4C = 4 cycle.  .40&.50 are engine sizes.  (2 cycle engines are quite a bit cheaper than 4 cycle engines.  

There are many different brands of radios.  They ALL have to meet the same FCC regulations.  4 channel indicates that it has 4 separate control functions, (on THIS plane they are aileron, rudder, elevator, and throttle.)  Servos are what actually operate the controls, and they are driven by the signals from the radio.

I suggest you do some research on various sights such as www.towerhobbies.com.



You will find that there are 'trainer' planes available that come complete with the radio, servos, and engine all in one package.  

You can also find the 'retail' price of the Ultimate Bipe.

ALSO, you will find that they come is several different possible configurations such as RTF (ready to fly, and usually electric), ARF (almost ready to fly, electric and fuel), and Kits (which need to be built and covered before they can be flown.)

In MOST cases, I would NOT recommend Ebay for a purchase of this nature unless it is an Ebay 'store' sight, since you do not have experience in this field.

Answer 2

SO confused