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Modellbau USA MBA-80 80lb RC Turbine


Modellbau USA MBA-80 80lb RC Turbine

Contact Gene Payson at (941) 342-8685 or email for information.

$14000.00
Item# (MBA080RCTURBINE)

Out of Stock


$75 shipping in the contiguous US.
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Modellbau USA Warranty

Diameter 156mm | 6.14"
Length 336mm | 13.22"
Length with starter 460mm | 18.1"
Engine Weight 4.75kg | 9lb
Weight with Starter 4.95kg | 9.75lb
Max takeoff thrust(5 Min Rating)45kg | 100lb
Max continuous thrust36kg | 80lb
Pressure Ratio4:1
Mass flow0.8kg/sec | 1.76lb/sec
Minimum RPM 35,000
Maximum RPM90,000
Exhoust temperature up to 620° C | 1150° F

The MBA-80 is designed as a UAV power plant with specific attention paid to reliable and easy starting in all climate conditions, although other applications are obviously possible. It can be started in 15 seconds from cold, and has a long shelf life of many years when stored in a clean environment. The RC version of this turbine is only different by the electronic control unit. The ECU for the RC version is intended for hobby use/low altitude only. This version can be used for low altitude target drones. The UAV ECU is military grade and capable of high altitude use. It is reliable in temperature extremes and high vibration. The RC ECU is the highest quality ECU available for hobby use and it is far less expensive than the military grade.

The MBA-80 is constructed as a single stage centrifugal compressor/radial inflow turbine unit, with extra attention given towards bearing cooling and lubrication. The bearings are fitted in such a way as to be resistant to unloading and damage due to high G loads from maneuvering and catapult/rocket-assisted launches. The combustion system is a single annular lean burn design. The specific fuel consumption is one of the lowest achieved with a single stage centrifugal engine type. To obtain the most reliable operation, the MBA 80 has propane starting nozzles and uses kerosene fuel types for normal running.

All component parts of the MBA 80 are manufactured from corrosion-resistant materials that can withstand hot humid climates without corrosion. The maximum thrust from the MBA 80 is 90lb for short periods (take off, etc.) and 80lb for maximum continuous running. Idle thrust is 4.5lb and acceleration time from idle to full speed is within 4 seconds. Fuel consumption at 80lb thrust is 0.9lt/ minute.

The MBA-80 is available immediately* using the radial turbine and a max thrust of 80lb. Fuel required is only Jet A. Do not operate on kerosene or other products.

*The engines are made to order to meet customer requirements. 50% deposit is required. Delivery time of 6-8 weeks for 1-10 units is typical.

Call or e-mail Gene at president@troybuiltmodels.com for a quote.

Diameter 156mm | 6.14"
Length 336mm | 13.22"
Length with starter 460mm | 18.1"
Engine Weight 4.75kg | 9lb
Weight with Starter 4.95kg | 9.75lb
Max takeoff thrust(5 Min Rating)45kg | 100lb
Max continuous thrust36kg | 80lb
Pressure Ratio4:1
Mass flow0.8kg/sec | 1.76lb/sec
Minimum RPM 35,000
Maximum RPM90,000
Exhoust temperature up to 620° C | 1150° F









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WARNING - Gasoline and Turbine powered R/C model aircraft are not manufactured to withstand unlimited G's. Any R/C model aircraft can fail, be it a wing folding up or a fuselage breaking in half under too high of a load. Just as any full size aircraft, model R/C aircraft have a maximum G rating. Because you are not in the plane flying it and experiencing the G's and reading the G-meter, it is more difficult to judge the G's on the aircraft, and it is very easy to exceed the limits of the aircraft. Understand that if you perform a snap roll, parachute, wall, blender, knife edge loop, or pull hard on the elevator at almost any speed, you can be putting in excess of 15 G's, even in excess of 30 G's, and most aircraft can only designed to take 10-12 G's. If you perform any violent maneuver, you can break your plane. When I perform hard maneuvers, especially for the first time on an airframe, I am prepared for a failure and am prepared for it as best I can be. This mainly includes performing the maneuver far enough away from spectators that in event of a failure that I am not endangering others. In addition, be prepared for the manufacturer to not pay for a new airframe which is broken during flight. It is common practice for any manufacturer to not replace an airframe which breaks in the air or upon landing. I have only seen manufacturers replace airframes when they have received many of the same failures and the manufacturer determines that there was a design or manufacturing error. If you break an airframe, and you are the only one to do so, then it is probably not the fault of the manufacturer. Please fly safely, and avoid full throttle operation other than at low airspeeds.

R/C model jets, warbirds, aerobatic planes and UAV Unmanned Aerial Vehicles to name a few are not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm and property damage. Fly only in open areas, and AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites. Follow all manufacturer instructions included with your plane, radio, servo's, batteries and engine. Aircraft manufacturers guarantees each kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component assembled by the customer. All parts of high stress must be inspected and reinforced if necessary by a competent builder. Some parts should be glued again. High stress areas such as firewalls, motor boxes, wing mounts, landing gear mounts, etc., are areas of high concern. Seek help if necessary. In not case shall TBM be liable for the cost of any product it offers which is not manufactured by TBM. The liability to the manufacturer cannot exceed the original cost of the purchased item. Further, TBM reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice. In that TBM has no control over the final assembly or materials used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the user assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability. The kit manufacturers have provided you with a top quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the quality and fly ability of your finished model depends on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the performance of your completed model, and no representations are expressed or implied as to the performance or safety of your completed model. It is the user's responsibility to inspect each component for worthiness.