Note: In considering this information keep in mind that the Taurus is a full 12 cc larger (larger piston), has an extra bearing, and a full crankshaft. Plus a machined aluminum (not cast) cylinder. I would EXPECT it to weigh more. This info is just for comparative purposes.
Comparison for the motor change in my Great Planes Pitts. Weights taken with 2 digital electronic gram scales.| ZDZ 40 | Taurus T-52 | |||
| Base Engine | 47.6 | 53.9 | ||
| Ignition | 3.5 | 3.8 | ||
| Motor/plug/Ignition | 51.1 | 57.7 | ||
| Muffler | 7.6 | 9.4 | ||
| Engine TOTAL | 58.7 | 67.1 | ||
| Battery, 1100mah NiCad, Switch | 5.1 | 5.1 | ||
| Wt gain-percent | Overall Added Wt | |||
| TOTAL Wts-Oz | 63.8 | 72.2 | 13.17 | 8.40 oz. |
| Is +5.3oz above ZDZ | ||||
| Overall Wt Gain Percent | ||||
| AIRFRAME TOTAL | 15.4 | 15.925 | 3.41 Increase | |
| 246.4 | 254.80 | |||
| Wing Loading | 27.23 | 28.16 | 3.41 Increase |
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