New 1 Meter RTR from ProBoat (Horizon Hobbies)based in the Chicago area of the U.S. has released their latest RC Yacht scheduled to be available some time in Sept. 2013 according to their web site. In reading the boat's specifications and then comparing them to the "gallery" photos they provide on their web site I can see a few discrepancies $350.00
http://www.proboatmodels.com/Product...rodId=PRB07000Photos and details can be seen at the link above
Specifications:
Hand-laid fiberglass hull with bow foam protector
Easy to remove aluminum mast for simple transportation
Stainless steel rigging does not stretch while underway
(looks like normal fishing line in the picture)Adjustable turnbuckles makes for easy trim of rigging tension
(think they mean bowsies? )Includes Ripstop nylon sails with reinforced corners
A strong winch servo controls the sails
Steering is controlled by a high torque servo and large rudder
High impact graphics will make your boat stand out on the water and on display
Waterproof electronics
Aluminum boat stand included
(looks like wood to me?)8AA batteries included
Spektrum™ 2.4GHz DX2M marine Radio System
Length:39.4 in (1000mm)
Beam:14.17 in (360mm)
This number is clearly incorrect! Mast Height:61.02 in (1.55M)
Radio:Spektrum™ 2.4GHz DX2M marine Radio System
Hull Material:Fiberglass
Colors:Red, black, and whiteHull
Area (Main):.18 sq m Sail Area (Jib):.24 sq m Sail Area (Overall):.42 sq m
Observed a few discrepancies between the pics and the documentation. Could be the photo boat is just a development model, but time will tell.
1. they mention stainless standing rigging but it looks like cord.
2. the docs and manual show turnbuckles, but the photos look like fishing swivels and bowsies.
3. in the photos there appear to be 2 side stays each side. Manual shows one.
4. the stand in the docs is said to be aluminum. In the photos it's wood.
5. the manual does mention taping up the perimeter of the hatch, saying it will leak.
6. the specs and the manual both say beam is 14". From the photos it only looks about 8 or 9. At 14" it would start to look like Pea Pod.