H&E r120

[Elbowyer]

I've been offer a H&E r120 and wanted to know everyones thoughts on this paramotor.

I have had mixed reviews, some say they are great and other people say don't touch with a barge pole as they are always seizing or blowing a piston.

Are the newer engines more reliable??

Any info would be greatly appreciated

Ed

[fanman]

IMO...

- slightly heavier than they should be

- not as powerful as equivalent PAP

- cage hits you on the back of the legs when you run

- dreadful hand throttle

- gearboxes are problematic

- engine and exhaust mounts can crack

but... they are relatively cheap and there are many far, far worse. If the price is right and you are a suitable weight then it is worth considering.

[dantheman]

As above but none of those points are show stoppers, good points are loads of spares easily available and the price, plus good economy with the large prop. Ed how much is the one you have seen ?

[fanman]

Yes, I certainly don't mean to put you off, just point out the known issues. Most paramotors have more known issues than this... where do I start! As Dan says get the biggest prop/cage you can manage as that will give you more thrust and fuel efficiencies meaning you can launch with a lighter fuel load or have a longer endurance.

[Elbowyer]

Thanks for the comments, I weight 94kgs at the moment. He is asking £1990 with 2 props and just had full engine rebuild. so in theory as new engine.

[Elbowyer]

Thanks for the advice.

Dan the man is advertised for £1990 with new engine rebuild and 2 props.