Radio Controlled 1/4 Scale Laser Yacht~The RC Laser has a 16" keel. So you can sail nealy anywhere you can find knee-deep water . You can sail it in the ocean, in a pond or lake, a river or stream - or in your swimming pool, it makes no difference. The RC Laser sails in anything from a few knots up to 35 knots of wind .
The RC Laser was designed by Bruce Kirby. Over 174,000 have been built to date, making the Laser the most popular racing class of all time.
The RC Laser is a 1/4 scale model of the real thing with certain modifications for model performance - all carefully designed and tested by Bruce Kirby and Jon Elmaleh .The RC Laser is a classed racer and even has its own uk assosiation see link http://www.rclaser.org.uk/ So if you feel like you want to race this model just look the site up to see how to sign up join this increccingly popular hobby .
The RC Laser comes complete so there are no hidden expenses.(apart from 12 aa batteries for the transmiter and receiver ) You even get four different color rolls of vinyl tape for your own creative boat markings.
There are also a few accessories like a carrying bag and two differant sails set's to use as well A Rig for light wind condistions and C Rig For thouse rarther blowey days .
But the bottom line is, all you really need is 12 AA batteries for your radio control equipment and you are ready to sail right out of the box.
Features
* Hull and deck molded in one piece Polyethylene
* Mast is tapered fiberglass composite, two piece
* Sail is sleeved to slide over the mast. Sail is made of non-woven polyester composite film.
* Mast is stepped into a non-captive deck step that allows mast to swivel. There is no standing rigging.
* Gooseneck fitting is fixed so boom vang is not necessary.
* Keel and rudder snap in and out in an instant - no tools
* Easy access to radio compartment via snap-lid port.
* Easy to adjust stainless outhaul sliders
* Includes 4 rolls of colored vinyl tape for owner graphics
* Includes an RC Laser decal for car.
* All parts are interchangeable and inexpensive to replace.
* Two channel AM Radio system (drum sail winch, steering servo installed)
* Batteries not included - requires 12 ea AA batteries, either alkaline or rechargeable.
* Boat is corrosion resistant and salt water safe.
Specifications
Length Deck 41.5" Length Waterline 37.75" Beam 13.5" Draft 17"
Main Hoist 50" Mast top above deck 54" Bottom of keel to top of mast 73" Displacement 9 lbs
Sail Area
A Rig 949 sq. in (B Rig 710 sq. in This is the standered rig that comes in the box ).C Rig 600 sq. in
Radio Gear
2 Channel 27 or 40 Mhz AM
Sail WinchHiTec HS725BB
Rudder ServoHiTec HS300 or 303
Please see below for sails and kit extras to buy
~~Radio Controlled 1/4 Scale Laser Yacht|Radio Controlled 1/4 Scale Laser Yacht|~1993~3708~~