Kit not suitable for children

Kit Review by Dave Brumstead in
Model Boats May 00

Kit Review by Paul Oliver.

.

Model Specifications: Length 515 mm - Beam 180 mm - Weight incl. R/C 1.6 kg

Moulded in high impact styrene Club 500 is intended to offer a low cost medium speed boat suitable for general use or for one-class club racing. Everything to build the basic model is supplied - including propeller, propeller shaft, rudder/tiller, 550 motor, coupling and window decals. The rear spoiler can be installed in either of two positions thus providing a choice of appearance. Colours available: red, yellow, green, blue, white, orange deck and cabin, with white hull in all cases. All parts including the running gear are available separately.Club 500 is a 'no frills' kit: no box, just in a bag! Available direct from The Model Slipway.

Click here for Prices.

Click here for Spare Parts List

Additional items required: A good pair of scissors; a modelling knife; coarse sandpaper and rubbing block; masking tape; a small round file; pliers; double-sided sticky pads and elastic bands. Two-part epoxy (silicone sealant is not recommended). A two-channel radio control system using either a servo operated speed control, or micro switch to motor control (or an electronic speed controller minimum 15 amps continuous rating); 6v - 7.2v Nicad pack (buggy type), and battery charger.

Following are Basic Club 500 Racing Rules:

• Any course and race duration may be envisaged and designed to the club's requirements.
• No alterations to the model shall be allowed, i.e. original motor, coupling etc. No 'hot' motor or different propeller. No motor commutator additives.
• No modifications to below water line.
• Ordinary 2-channel radio using either an electronic speed control or servo operated control, or micro switch to motor control.
• Nicad or Metal Hydride 6 to 7.2v battery pack (2000ma maximum).
• Buoyancy may be added i.e. airbags.

Above rules are, of course, implemented if used for Club 500 racing - this will ensure that all competitors are equal and that fair racing ensues. These small boats are raced by a number of clubs in the UK, including the Southend Model Power Boat Club, Plymouth M.B.C.