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Old 11-25-2009 | 02:12 AM
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Originally Posted by gpm-parts.com
ya, if it can run for 15-20 min so 2 -3 battery change for an hour final is ok. But 12 batteries for one final does not look interesting at all.
I've seen Zippy Lipo saddle packs (7.4V/5700mAh), that should fit for $30 (2 pcs)
So 12 batteries in your example will cost $180....
4 Lipo chargers (5A max) will cost $140, so all in all less expensive then 1 good Nitro engine.....

Sure, if you want overpriced batteries from LRP, or any other non OEM manufacturer.....
I go for Zippy batteries, run them in my M18 also, have 5 Lipo's for the price of 1 LRP....

Doing a fast battery change in the setup I see them fit in the 966, would be difficult...
But I think with 7.4V/22800mAh or probably 14.8V/11400mAh (to keep current as low as possible) Runtime would be more then 5 minutes...... (educated guess)...
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