Electric RC Boats

If this is your first radio controlled boat, then electric RC boats are a great place to start. They're not only cheaper to purchase but also to maintain and require a lot less work then nitro RC powered boats.

Even though nitro RC boats and gas RC boats are much faster, today electric boats are much faster then a few years ago. Electric RC boats are quickly catching up and some of them are extremely fast.

If you only have access to a small pond or a backyard swimming pool then an electric RC powered boat is perfect since they can be found in much smaller sizes. Although you can purchase a much larger one if you choose.

You should be aware that electric RC boats do become slower as the run time progresses and it’s battery power depletes. It is therefore very important to bring your boat closer to shore as the battery becomes weaker so as not to get it stuck out on the water.

You can purchase an electric RC sailboat, speed boat, tug boat or mini, there are many different types to choose from.

Electric RC powered boats generally cruise around at speeds of 15 – 20 mph, however some can go much faster.

If you’re just starting out, a RTR – 'ready to run' electric powered RC boat may be your best bet. If you’re feeling a bit ambitious, you can always purchase one that has to be built, however a RTR model will get you onto the water much faster.

Ready to run – RTR electric powered RC boats come with everything you need to get started except the batteries for the radio gear and sometimes the charger for the motor battery pack, although this is often also supplied with most RTR electric RC powered boats.

You may have to put on a few decals other then that the RTR boat is ready to go into the water.

Electric radio controlled ready to run boats are usually constructed of a tough and durable yet lightweight ABS plastic. Which is good because the lighter the boat is, the more speed you’ll get while using less power.