Product Features
- 15% lighter than other standard 70s
- Perfect for .40–.50-size 3D airplanes
- New splined throttle arm
If you're looking for a 4-stroke to overpower your .60-size airplane,
you'll want to check out Saito's latest release. Saito's new .72 fits in
the same space as most 60s and at just 16.6 oz, it's the lightest weight
engine in this 4-cycle displacement category.
The .72 features an all-new crankcase with the same mounting
dimensions as the Saito .56. This is achieved by narrowing the case just
below the mounting flanges. Our staff has over 2 hours of run time on
the .72, both on the bench and in a Hangar 9 .60-size Super Stick.
On the bench we compared the new .72 to the Saito .65 and to its
nearest competitor using several different props. The new .72
consistently turned 400-600 rpm more than its .65 sibling and 200-300
rpm more than its nearest competitor on the same fuel. Also, the .72
weighs 3 ounces less than both, giving a much greater power-to-weight
ratio than other brands.
In the 71/2-pound Super Stick, the .72 gives unlimited vertical
performance. Handling, starting, idle, and transition are excellent,
just what we've come to expect with Saito engines.
Saito's .72 is available in a standard version or a Golden Knight
version featuring a gloss black powder-coated finish with gold rocker
covers. For overpowering performance at a fraction of the weight, check
out Saito's new .72.
Displacement: 11.8 cc
Bore: 27 mm
Stroke: 20.6 mm
Cylinders: AAC
Total Weight: 470g
Prop Range: 12x8 - 14x8
RPM Range: 2,000 - 10,200
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