Community
Search
Notices
Gas Engines Questions or comments about gas engines can be posted here

50cc tank size

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 12-29-2004, 09:17 PM
  #1  
rcmigpilot
Thread Starter
My Feedback: (26)
 
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Berwick, LA
Posts: 922
Received 13 Likes on 9 Posts
Default 50cc tank size

I have a new BME 50 and need to get a tank for a new plane. What size tank are you guys using?
Old 12-29-2004, 10:26 PM
  #2  
Tired Old Man
Senior Member
My Feedback: (1)
 
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Valley Springs, CA
Posts: 18,602
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Default RE: 50cc tank size

I'm using a 24oz Dubro and get around 12 to 15 minutes on a tank with a Brison 52cc. A few others are using 16 to 18oz tanks to reduce the carried fuel weight.

It boils down to how long you want to fly before you have to land, and what you consider to be a safe reserve.
Old 12-30-2004, 09:09 AM
  #3  
Sailor
Senior Member
My Feedback: (1)
 
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: College Station, TX
Posts: 245
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default RE: 50cc tank size

I use the 24 oz Dubro as well on a H9 80" CAP w/BME 50. Tank is on the CG and works great.
Old 12-30-2004, 01:33 PM
  #4  
ptgarcia
Senior Member
My Feedback: (36)
 
ptgarcia's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Alta Loma, CA
Posts: 2,072
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default RE: 50cc tank size

I use 20 oz tanks on my 50cc gassers. I can get 10 minutes easy.
Old 12-30-2004, 02:50 PM
  #5  
Futurase
Senior Member
My Feedback: (10)
 
Join Date: Jan 2002
Location: Fayetteville, AR
Posts: 356
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default RE: 50cc tank size

I use a 16 oz. on my DA 50 in my Edge and set my timer for ten minutes and always have about a 1/4 tank reserve upon landing so... That is all I want. I use the 16 oz because it is all my hobby shop had in stock except for a 32 oz and that is way too big.

Norman Ross Jr.
Old 12-30-2004, 02:54 PM
  #6  
GoeKeli
My Feedback: (18)
 
GoeKeli's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: North Hollywood, CA
Posts: 3,713
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default RE: 50cc tank size

I use hayes 16 oz for DA50/pitts, fly for 16 minutes, and 20oz dubro for DA50/pipe fly for 16minutes both with fuel in reserve.

Joe
Old 12-31-2004, 09:09 AM
  #7  
Jemo
Senior Member
My Feedback: (5)
 
Jemo's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: in, FL
Posts: 1,924
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default RE: 50cc tank size

16 oz. BME-50 & DA-50, 15 min plus plenty of fuel in the tank after the flight.

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



Contact Us - Manage Preferences Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.