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The CNHL Black Series 3200mAh 14.8V 4S 30C Shorty LiPo Battery with XT60 Plug is a compact standard-voltage 4S battery for RC airplanes, gliders, STOL models, twin-engine aircraft and other installations that need more capacity than a typical 2200mAh pack without using a long battery case.
Its key advantage is the combination of 3200mAh capacity, a 93mm short-format case and an approximate weight of 279g. Before ordering, confirm the complete battery dimensions, XT60 connector, aircraft center of gravity and the current demand of the power system.
| Check Item |
Your Model Should Match |
This Battery |
| Cell Count |
Standard 4S LiPo power system |
14.8V nominal / 4S1P |
| Maximum Voltage |
ESC supports a fully charged standard 4S pack |
16.8V fully charged |
| Connector |
XT60 power connection or suitable adapter |
XT60 Plug |
| Battery Space |
Compartment accepts a compact, relatively wide short-format pack |
93 × 43 × 34mm |
| Installed Weight |
Model balances correctly with this battery mass |
Approx. 279g |
| Power Demand |
Measured current remains within the battery and connector limits |
30C continuous / 60C burst |
Product Specifications
| Capacity |
3200mAh |
| Nominal Voltage |
14.8V |
| Cell Configuration |
4S |
| Fully Charged Voltage |
16.8V / 4.20V per cell |
| Discharge Rate |
30C Continuous / 60C Burst |
| Maximum Charge Rate |
5C |
| Output Connector |
XT60 Plug |
| Balance Connector |
JST-XH 5-Pin |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) |
93 × 43 × 34mm |
| Approx. Weight |
279g |
| Wire Gauge |
12AWG |
| Stock Number |
320304BK |
Battery dimensions may vary by approximately 1–5mm, and weight tolerance is approximately ±5g.
3200mAh Capacity in a Compact 4S Shorty Format
The CNHL Black Series 3200mAh 4S Shorty LiPo Battery is designed for models that need more capacity than a conventional 2200mAh pack but do not have enough usable battery-bay length for a standard long 3200mAh battery.
Its 93mm length leaves more room for center-of-gravity adjustment, connector placement and cable routing. The 43mm width and 34mm height make it important to measure the complete battery compartment rather than looking only at the pack’s short length.
At approximately 279g, this battery provides a practical middle ground for medium-size aircraft. It can offer longer usable flight time than a typical 2200–2400mAh setup while remaining considerably smaller and lighter than many 4000mAh-class packs.
Why Choose This Battery?
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3200mAh capacity: Provides additional energy for longer sport, scale and cruising flights.
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93mm short-format case: Helps when battery-bay length or center-of-gravity adjustment is limited.
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Standard 4S voltage: Charges to the conventional 16.8V maximum used by standard 4S LiPo systems.
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Moderate 279g weight: Suitable for many aircraft positioned between the common 2200mAh and 4000mAh battery classes.
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30C discharge rating: Designed for smooth, consistent power in sensibly matched sport, scale, glider and twin-motor systems.
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XT60 connector: Directly supports many modern aircraft and FPV power systems without an additional adapter.
Why the Shorty Shape Matters
A shorty LiPo battery is not simply a smaller-capacity pack. It rearranges the cell layout to reduce battery length, which can improve installation flexibility in models with compact or center-of-gravity-sensitive battery compartments.
More center-of-gravity adjustment
The 93mm case can be moved forward or rearward more easily than a longer pack, helping the pilot reach the recommended center of gravity without adding unnecessary ballast.
Cleaner connector and cable placement
Additional space at the end of the battery compartment can make it easier to route the XT60 connector and balance lead without tightly bending the wires or pressing them against the hatch.
Useful capacity without a long pack
The short layout allows pilots to install 3200mAh capacity in models where a traditional long battery of similar capacity may interfere with internal formers, receivers, retract mechanisms or other equipment.
Dynam E-2C Hawkeye 1500mm Battery
The CNHL Black Series 3200mAh 4S 30C Shorty LiPo Battery closely matches the intended 4S 3200mAh battery class for the Dynam E-2C Hawkeye 1500mm twin-engine RC plane.
Its XT60 plug connects to the stock XT60 power system, while the compact 93mm case leaves room to position the battery and organize the wiring inside the top-loading compartment. The 30C rating provides suitable current capability for the Hawkeye’s twin-motor system when the aircraft remains in its standard power configuration.
Secure the battery and XT60 lead away from the nose-retract mechanism, then confirm that the aircraft balances within its recommended 95–100mm center-of-gravity range.
Compare more batteries for the Dynam E-2C Hawkeye, including other standard LiPo and higher-output LiHV options.
Compatible RC Aircraft and Applications
Avios Kobuz Aerobatic Glider
The compact battery length is useful in the narrow fuselage of the Avios Kobuz, where battery position directly affects center of gravity. The 3200mAh capacity supports extended climbing and aerobatic glider sessions without requiring a long battery case.
See the recommended LiPo batteries for the Avios Kobuz.
Skynetic XCub 1500mm
The 3200mAh 4S shorty format is a practical option for compatible XCub setups that prioritize balanced weight, useful flight time and predictable throttle response for STOL flying, general sport use and scale-style approaches.
Compare more batteries for the Skynetic XCub 1500mm.
Eflite Gee Bee R2 1.0m
The short fuselage and center-of-gravity sensitivity of the Eflite Gee Bee R2 make battery dimensions and repeatable placement especially important. The 93mm pack allows useful fore-and-aft adjustment without forcing a long battery into the compartment.
Explore compatible battery options for the Eflite Gee Bee R2 1.0m.
CNHL Havok Racer
The short battery layout makes this pack relevant for Havok Racer installations where battery length and center-of-gravity adjustment are limited. Its 3200mAh capacity favors useful sport-flight duration rather than minimum installed weight.
See more 4S LiPo batteries for the CNHL Havok Racer.
Eflite Timber 1.5m
This battery can support compatible Eflite Timber 1.5m configurations, including models where 3200mAh capacity and approximately 279g weight provide the desired balance for bush flying, short takeoffs and general sport use.
Many Timber versions use an EC3 device connector. In that configuration, a properly rated XT60-to-EC3 adapter is required. EC3 and IC3 are physically compatible at the main power interface.
Compare more LiPo batteries for the Eflite Timber 1.5m.
Redcat Vertex-6 and Compact 4S Crawlers
The battery may also suit large RC crawlers that accept its 93 × 43 × 34mm shape, approximately 279g weight and XT60 connector. The short length can help when chassis space is restricted, although the battery position should not compromise suspension movement or the vehicle’s center of gravity.
Explore compatible Redcat Vertex-6 battery options.
3200mAh Shorty vs. a Standard 2200mAh 4S Battery
| Comparison |
3200mAh 4S Shorty |
Typical 2200mAh 4S Pack |
| Capacity |
3200mAh |
2200mAh |
| Battery Length |
93mm |
Varies; many conventional packs are longer |
| Approx. Weight |
279g |
Usually lighter, depending on construction |
| Main Advantage |
More capacity and flight-time potential in a short format |
Lower installed weight and broad availability |
| Best Use |
Models that can support 279g but have limited battery-bay length |
Smaller aircraft designed around the common 2200mAh class |
The 3200mAh pack is not automatically a replacement for every 2200mAh battery. Choose it only when the aircraft can accommodate its greater width, height and weight while maintaining the approved center of gravity.
FAQ
What is the main advantage of this 3200mAh shorty battery?
It provides 3200mAh capacity in a compact 93mm-long case. This can make center-of-gravity adjustment and cable routing easier than with a conventional long battery of similar capacity.
Is this a standard LiPo or LiHV battery?
This is a standard 4S LiPo battery. Its nominal voltage is 14.8V, and its maximum balanced charge voltage is 16.8V, or 4.20V per cell.
Does this battery fit the Dynam E-2C Hawkeye?
Yes. Its 4S 3200mAh specification and XT60 connector match the intended battery class for the Dynam E-2C Hawkeye. Secure the pack and confirm the recommended center of gravity after installation.
Can it replace a 4S 2200mAh battery?
Only when the model can accommodate the 93 × 43 × 34mm dimensions and approximately 279g weight. The additional capacity may provide longer flight time, but it can also change the aircraft’s center of gravity and all-up weight.
Is 30C enough for a twin-engine RC plane?
It can be sufficient for a correctly matched twin-motor setup such as the standard Dynam E-2C Hawkeye configuration. Suitability should still be confirmed using actual current draw, battery temperature and voltage performance.
Can this battery connect to an EC3 or IC3 model?
Not directly. The battery uses XT60, so a properly rated XT60-to-EC3 adapter or connector conversion is required. EC3 and IC3 are physically compatible with each other.
Should the battery always be charged at 5C?
No. The 5C specification is the maximum charge rate, not the required routine rate. A lower balanced charge rate generally produces less heat and places less stress on the cells.
Notice
- This is a standard 4S LiPo battery with a maximum charge voltage of 4.20V per cell.
- Use a compatible LiPo balance charger and select the correct four-cell setting.
- Confirm the 93 × 43 × 34mm dimensions, approximately 279g weight, XT60 connector and center of gravity before use.
- Secure the short battery so it cannot move inside a longer battery compartment.
- Keep the main wires and balance lead away from motors, propellers, retracts, gears and other moving parts.
- Never charge unattended, and do not use a swollen, damaged or overheated battery.
- Allow the battery to cool before recharging and use storage mode when it will not be used for an extended period.
