Category: Tech Tip – Boats

When comparing a brushed RC boat to a brushless RC boat where both are powered by a 3S LiPo battery, the differences in motor technology lead to vastly different experiences on the water, even though the voltage input is the same. In terms of speed and power, a brushless motor is the clear winner. The […]

Plastic propellers on RC boats break for several common reasons, with impact being the most frequent culprit. When a boat is running at high speed, the plastic prop is quite brittle compared to metal, so striking a submerged rock, stick, clump of grass, or even scraping the bottom in shallow water can instantly shatter one […]

When you start looking at brushless motors for an RC boat, the sheer number of choices can quickly become overwhelming. There are inrunners and outrunners, sensored and sensorless options, water-cooled variants, and a dizzying array of KV ratings to consider. For years, the boating community was dominated by inrunner motors, those sleek closed-can designs that […]

Can we use car ESC on a boat? The simple answer is that you can often use a brushless ESC designed for an RC car in an RC boat, but it is not a simple matter of plug-and-play. The core technology that controls a brushless motor is the same whether the vehicle is on land […]

There is a specific kind of heartbreak that only RC enthusiasts understand. You spend hours charging batteries, checking flex shafts, and waterproofing receivers. You drive to the lake with the excitement of a kid on Christmas morning. You place your sleek, missile-like vessel on the water, take a deep breath, and punch the throttle. The […]

Enter the realm where the gentle hum of a scale trawler gives way to the visceral, turbine-like scream of pure, unadulterated power. This is the domain of 4S and 6S LiPo batteries in RC boating—a world not for the faint of heart, but for those who believe the phrase “excessive speed” is a personal challenge. […]

The rise of 3D printing has been a game-changer for RC hobbyists. Custom hulls, unique designs, and rapid prototyping are all possible from a home printer—but a question I see pop up all the time is: are 3D-printed RC boats sturdy enough for real use? The short answer: it depends—but for most hobbyists, the answer […]

4S power, off the shelf prop unit: Fiberglass is a popular material for RC boat hulls due to its combination of strength, durability, and lightweight properties. It offers an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, making the boat both sturdy and easy to maneuver. Unlike wood, fiberglass does not absorb water or rot over time, ensuring long-term durability […]

The jet pump uses an impeller inside a housing to draw water in from the bottom or rear of the boat and eject it forcefully out of a nozzle. The direction of the nozzle can be adjusted for steering, eliminating the need for a rudder. The impeller is enclosed, reducing the risk of damage from […]