BTE Reaction 54 + Turbine Engine Combo Deals!!!
BTE is proud to join forces with some of the world's finest turbine makers to offer you incredible savings on combination packages. Need time to decide on (or save up for) a turbine? That's okay! R54 kit buyers will be allowed several months from the time of kit purchase to take advantage of these combo prices.


JETCAT USA COMBO DEALS
Reaction 54 plus JetCat P60-SE (13 lb. thrust) . . . . . . . BTE Price $2815.00 (Save $115)
Reaction 54 plus JetCat P70 (17.5 lb. thrust) . . . . . . . . BTE Price $3005.00 (Save $125)

Bruce's Comments: JetCat is the most popular brand in the US and has perhaps the best reputation among current turbine manufacturers. I have run a P60 (on a different model) and can tell you it's an absolute gem. Mine starts easily, runs solid, idles perfectly, and never flames out no matter how rough I am with the throttle. Although I have no first-hand experience with the P70, it's been out there a few years now and is a well-proven turbine. The JetCat USA guys are also known for their fantastic customer support. This is a word-of-mouth business and JetCat has consistently earned high praise from the jet community.

Which one should you use in the R54? Of the two JetCats, the P60-SE is still my first choice. The new SE (Special Edition) turbines feature a much-improved throttle response. I like that it is smaller and lighter than the typical 54-class turbine and still puts out 13 pounds of thrust. The light weight is a double benefit, because it will require less balancing lead in the nose (perhaps none!).

The P70 is a little big for the R54, but it does fit between the fuselage and wing. It is heavier than the typical 54-class turbine and that means extra nose weight too. R54 builders who have used a P70 rave about the combination. If the extra thrust better suits your future plans, the P70 might be the way to go.

BTE will provide a special-made aluminum bracket to mount your JetCat to the R54. UPS shipping on either turbine is FREE. As always, there is no sales tax in Oregon.   LINK:  JetCat USA Website


PST COMBO DEALS
Reaction 54 plus PST J600R (14.3 lb. thrust) . . . . . . . . BTE Price $2675.00 (Save $100)
Reaction 54 plus PST J800R (18.0 lb. thrust) . . . . . . . . BTE Price $2950.00 (Save $125)

Bruce's Comments: After researching the entire spectrum of small turbines, this is the engine I chose for my second R54. In fact, this is the engine shown on the kit plans. PST has a great reputation and their prices are extremely competitive. The J600R has already proven to be a popular choice for the R54.

The J800R is just a hair bigger than the 600, but puts out an extra 4 lbs. of thrust. From a reliability standpoint, these turbines are proving themselves to be as close to bulletproof as you will find. All PST turbines now come standard with a FOD screen and a very thorough instruction manual to guide you with set up and installation. BTE will provide a custom aluminum bracket to mount your PST to the R54 fuselage.

PST turbines are drop-shipped directly from the factory to you. Shipping from Thailand to the U.S. is FREE. Service and maintenance of PST turbines is done at the factory in Thailand.   LINK:  PST Jets Website


JET CENTRAL COMBO DEAL
Reaction 54 plus Artes JF-50 Super Bee (14 lb. thrust) . . BTE Price $2850.00 (Save $125)

Bruce's Comments: Jesus Artes is widely known as one of the true pioneers in the development of model-size turbine engines. He and Kurt Shreckling collaborated on what many consider the first viable model turbine, the KJ-66 (K for Kurt, J for Jesus). The KJ-66 design was adopted and manufactured by RAM, Simjet, JetCat, (and others) and led to the explosive growth in turbine development that we are enjoying today.

That brief history lesson is meant to introduce you to the fine pedigree behind the Artes line of turbines. Built to demanding standards on state-of-the-art machinery, Artes Jets has established an impressive track record of quality and reliability. I cannot claim first-hand experience with the JF-50, but its popularity and reputation are spreading quickly throughout the turbine community. They back up their turbines with a Lifetime Guarantee.

Like the P60, the JF-50 Super Bee is one of the "new-breed" turbines that are smaller and lighter than the typical 54-class engines. Its size and power make it ideally suited for the Reaction 54. BTE will provide a custom aluminum mounting bracket to fit the JF-50. Shipping in the U.S. is $30 for ground shipment.

Artes Jets are now distributed and capably supported in the U.S. by Eric Clapp of Jet Artes Gulf Coast.
LINK:  Jet Artes Gulf Coast Website

Important Note: All prices subject to change without notice. Turbine availability is dependent upon the manufacturers and distributors. Call or email BTE for up-to-the-minute details.


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