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Originally Posted by mcrews
to add to Mech, the spinning weight is 3-4 times more than static weight. SO 5lb at each wheel is 15-20lb.
Unless you are spending a lot more money, I would look to reduce weight.
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No it's not 3-4 times more than static weight, it's less than 2x because physics.
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Originally Posted by arcosine
The weight inertia is not as important as some claim, the bigger tires turn slower, and the engine turns slower. Besides you have a hybrid, the inertia energy is recovered.
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Only partially. Plus hybrid systems are limited in their regen power, so the more weight you add the less energy you can recover overall.