FT simple scout motor selection

[Frederic]

I'm completely new to the hobby and don't know which motors and props to choose for the simple scout.
I don't want to buy a power pack because I think I can get the parts cheaper if I buy them separately but I couldn't find the motors used in the powerpacks online and I don't know what motor and prop to choose.
I hope you can help me.

 

[FoamyDM]

Based on What I see, You can use a B or C pack which means any motor that can swing an 8x6 to 10x4.5 (slo fly) prop respectively will work.

the actual values are a bit subjective (as different prop makers produce different thrust per size category)
The C pushes ~2.6 lbs (1250g) of thrust,
and B pushes ~1.65 (750g, Prop depending) of thrust

Somewhere in there. I find Emax.com has wealth of knowledge as some hobby shop site have an overwhelming amount. I tend to go to banggood for comparison numbers. easy to search, and the frequently have all the pertinent technical data I want.

Either way look at your favorite source and see if they can estimate thrust given propeller size. if it is within the range above, you should be golden.

 

[Frederic]

Ok thanks for your help.

 

[Frederic]

Do you think an Emax GT2218-11 with an 11*4.7 prop would be good and is a 30A ESC enough?
Does it make any difference if you use a cw or ccw prop besides that your motor needs to spin in the other direction.