What Steering servo?

[Jack Brady]

I was wondering what steering servo you guys are using? Mainly how much torque. I am running a visioncraft with a os. I am using the Futaba S-3305 124oz torque and it has been working for me but I was wondering if most people are using a servo with more torque than that.

 

[MarkGugliuzza]

I'm using a Hobbico CS-170 Std Digital Ultra Torue 2BB TG servo in a PS295 FE tunnel.

Here are the specs. Bought it for $89 at my LHS.

SPECS: Speed: at 4.8V = .19 sec @ 6V = .15 sec Torque: 4.8V = 250 oz-in (18 kg/cm) 6V = 333 oz-in (23.97 kg-cm) Length: 1.59 (40.6mm) Width: .79 (20.3mm) Height: 1.5 (38.1mm) Weight: 2.18oz (61.8g) Lead Length: 10 (254mm)

Mark

 

[Tim_Duggan]

I've been running the s3305 in my OS powered sport tunnel for 2 years now - no issues. Great servo for the application and more than enough torque on 6V.

 

[Baxter Walton]

Hitec HS 985MG standard size servo, Torque oz./in. (4.8V/6.0V): 144 / 172

 

[Grimracer]

Hi Jack

I use the Futaba S3050 Digital. In my 21 tunnel boats.. (sport 40 and scale too)

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFKZ7&P=ML

It does not have as much power as the 3305 but its holding power is fantastic. Also. the price is very nice.

Does a very nice job for me..

Also.. just so you know.. At the race last time I ran 20 runs (test and race) and only used 350mah of my 1100mah LiFe pack.

Grim

 

[Jack Brady]

Thanks guys, I think I will stick with what I am using now then. Just wanted to make sure it wasnt underpowered. It has worked fine and has been durable. Glad to see some other choices if I decide to change later.