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Ephil - 20cc Rear exhaust Glow Gasoline Engine - XG-20cc-R
EPHIL XG-20CC-R Glow Gasoline Engine with Glow Plug and Ignition
Power, refined.
The XG-20CC-R brings together compact size and serious performance. Designed for model aircraft in the mid-scale range, it uses glow-plug ignition with gasoline fuel for a slick mix of simplicity and stamina.
Why Pilots Choose It
• 20 cc displacement — a substantial step up for sport and scale models
• Ready for glow-plug ignition — no external CDI box needed
• Clean mid-weight package — great for balanced models
• Simplified fueling: the advantage of gasoline with glow-plug ease
• Built for reliability when you’re flying again and again
Performance Highlights
• Compact footprint, suitable for models where weight and space matter
• Smooth throttle response, stable idle and great reliability in flight
• Ideal for sport/scale model aircraft where moderate power with ease of use is key
Recommended For
Pilots upgrading from smaller engines, who want a dependable mid-sized powerplant. Builders of sport/scale fixed-wing models seeking a no-fuss engine that still delivers solid performance.
Technical Specifications
Displacement: 20 cc (1.22 cu in)
Power: ~2.4 HP
RPM Range: 2,000 – 8,500 rpm (test prop 16×8)
Bore × Stroke: 32 mm × 27 mm 1
Compression Ratio: 9:1
Fuel Mix: 30 : 1 (gasoline : 2-stroke oil)
Ignition Voltage: 6 – 8.4 V
Recommended Propellers: 16×8, 14×10, 15×8, 16×6, 17×6
Static Thrust: ~6.9 kg @ sea level (~15.2 lb) / ~5.3 kg @ 1,800 m (~11.7 lb) 1
Weights (approx): Engine 697 g · Muffler set 62 g · Mount set 115 g · Glow plug 3.6 g · Ignition 30 g · Total ~908 g (≈2.0 lb)
In-Flight Benefits
• Quick, reliable starts in hot or cold conditions
• Smooth and linear throttle for sport, scale and aerobatic models
• Strong mid-thrust and good fuel economy
• Minimal vibration and clean installation thanks to compact design
Ideal For
Pilots upgrading from smaller 15-30 cc engines, builders of sport/scale models seeking clean performance without complexity, and modelers who value ease of use, reliability and solid power.