Mustang (Hanger 9) Electric Conversion

Here is something that you large warbird fliers ought to see!

Pete Nicholson has carried out an electric conversion of this Mustang, and over a period of about 2 years has progressivly upgraded it with better motors and cells. Pete is the man behind the Model Designs range bought by Balsacraft. The range included: Blenheim Mk 1, Hurricane, Bearcat, FW190, Spitfire 1X and the Sea Fury.

This conversion is on a different scale altogether, and the figures translate to give;
Vertical performance, 100W/lb power input at approximate 25oz/sq ft wing loading.

Hanger 9 Mustang costs -
Mustang ARTF £235 plus the electric parts Pete used to power the model will cost approximately £518.

These costs include;
Motor £90
Controller £123
LiPo cells £280
Ultimate BEC £25

Full details of the conversion and improvements can be found in the November 2004 issue of Quiet & Electric Flight International. The Hanger 9 Corsair will also be receiving the same electric conversion in due time.

65" Hanger 9 Mustang, EP converted.

8lb- 6ozs flying weight. 6V UBEC. Axi 4130/16 motor, radial mount. Jeti Advance 75-3P ESC (Hard timing, no brake) Thunder Power 6Ah 6s3p LiPo cells (Two 6Ah 3s3p in series)

15x12 APC Pattern prop - 6800rpm @ 43A - 8-1/2lb static thrust. 77mph pitch speed

R. Ireland Oct. 2004