Barreries make the diferance in speed

[skyhighdiver]

Ok so I have 3 different batteries sets now.
after 3 identical timed 2 minute runs, all within 30 minutes of each other on same wind and water conditions.
My Miss Geico
Using Leo 2200kv motor, hobby wing 180A esc, M445 prop
Here are the findings:
.................................................. ................................................ MPH....Temp....Replaced mah
Turnigy nano-tech 4500mah 4S 45~90C Lipo Pack............................ 48.3......123.........4650
Turnigy nano-tech 5000mah 4S 65~130C Lipo Pack...........................53.8........98..... ....4480
Turnigy(blue) 5000mAh 4S 40C Lipo Pack........................................ 47.5......118.........4583

[dana]

Looks like I need a set of nano 65-130c

[Fluid]

Folks forget that all the power in an FE boat is in the cells. Better cells (lower resistance) will give higher speeds because there is less voltage drop and more amps can be pulled out faster. Within limits you get what you pay for...


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