Compare top electric and gas paramotors

Same SP140 frame, two powertrains. Here's what changes when you pick one or the other.

Electric vs. Gas

See how they compare, side by side

Category

Electric

Gas

Noise

80 dB

90 dB

Operating Cost

$0.60/hr

$11.69/hr

Flight Time

50–80 min

180 min

Startup

Instant

Pull start

Maintenance

Near zero

Regular service

Vibration

None

Significant

Emissions

Zero

Exhaust

Portability

5 min pack

Fuel handling

Winner

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