Miniplane Paramotor

Using the Top 80 Motor from Italy

The new generation of light-paramotors is born!

MINIPLANE CONSTRUCTION PHILOSOPHY

The increase in performance of modern paragliders makes it possible to fly with almost one-half the power of a few years ago.

A little two-stroke engine, built with modern technology, can offer more then enough reliable power and much less weight. This makes the critical take-off run easier and safer.

The philosophy of a reliable Minimotor, combined with optimizing the resonance of the exhaust provides the pilot:

• Light weight
• Less vibration
• Easier to start
• Less fuel; less to carry
• Less weight means a lighter frame
• Less weight in flight means a smaller, easier to inflate Paraglider
• Less weight means running faster, more erect, and under control - not struggling with a heavy load
  

Following Miniplane's philosophy of SAFETY and RELIABILITY, these engines come complete with:

CENTRIFUGAL FRICTION CLUTCH

• At Idle, the propeller does not turn (= no push).
• Easier starting the motor.
• Easier to inflate the Paraglider without the back blast.
• A normal pilot can start the motor, inflate the sail, and take-off alone.
• Less torque on the pilot when accelerating or decelerating.
• No risk of tearing apart your glider if you blow your launch and the paraglider falls over your head.
• Easier to reverse inflate the glider, since a turning propeller has a gyroscopic effect which affects your equilibrium when turning into the wind.
• No vibration waiting for take-off or during thermalling.

LIGHTWEIGHT FRAME

• Made of aluminum alloy and glass fiber, the best balance between weight and strength.
• Easy to completely disassemble the cage for convenient transportation.
  

PROTECTIVE CAGE

• Since the propeller does not turn at idle, a simpler and lighter cage can be used.
• Our aluminium and fiberglass cage is strong but flexible, so you can forget about cage replacement after a small mistake.

LARGE DIAMETER PROPELLER

• This means more efficiency; optimized for ease of running and transport.
• Less noise because the propeller turns slower.
• Two blades means you can put it in a sack and transport it with the glider.
  

HARNESS

• Miniplane's New system PSF, (no high or low connections) stabilizes the Paraglider, suppresses the gyroscopic effect of the motor and lets you fly "Actively."
• Since 1996 when they invented this system, 80% of the manufacturers use a similar solution.
• Unique front extensions for attaching the Paraglider.
• Provides greater safety in mishaps and a stable position during take-off, flight and landing.
• Tested by experienced pilots and schools.
• Simple to put on and adjust.
• Comfortable, relaxed flight.

REDUCTION

• Miniplane introduces a geared reduction system.
• Minimizes size and weight.
• The motor and the propeller turn in different directions reducing almost to Zero the torque during acceleration and deceleration.
• Extra long life.

STARTING THE MOTOR

• Self rewinding pull starter; Minimotor takes less power to pull start on the ground or in flight.
• Starts from the front and not the side. Hand moves away from the propeller and the other hand and your body holds the motor from moving.
• Starting a paramotor from the side has caused many accidents. When a motor does not start quickly, a common reaction is to give it more gas. When it does start, it shoots forward since you cannot stop it from the side.
• NOTE: since the end of 1998 Miniplane stopped the devlopment of electric starter because the TOP 80 is VERY easy to start with manual starter.

GAS TANK

• Transparent and easy to fill.
• Easy to remove and seal; no fumes in the car during transport.

ENGINE COOLING

• Tough to cool an engine behind your back; two-stroke engines need to be reliably cooled.
• TOP 80 Minimotor is AIR COOLED with a fan.
• More power, less noise, reliable, constant power, less oil in mixture.

THROTTLE CONTROL

• Light and simple, fits in your hand comfortably. Weight only 114 grams ! Easy to set for your size also with winter gloves.
• Is not possible to push the throttle control accidentally and suddenly accelerate the motor. This is a significant safety factor.

CARBURETOR

• Diaphragm-type; allows the engine to work in any position; gas is not spilled, either during flight or transport. Easy to adjust.