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Great Starter Boats

When you’re just starting out, how do you know which boat to choose? Below are some proven options — boat models that customers have told us gave them an excellent launch into the hobby.

  There's one simple way to be sure that you've ordered the best, most appropriate support equipment for your first R/C vehicle, at the lowest price: Order the Ultimate Combo.

  Each RTR includes a model plus essentials you need to make it race-ready. Placing one order, using one order number, brings it all to your door.

  Use the links below for information about the model, as well as any additional items that may be necessary to operate the model. Ultimate Combos make great gifts, too!

Electric-Powered Boats

Tower Hobbies Turbo Vee 3 RTR
With the 20.5” long Turbo Vee 3, you won’t waste a minute of prime-time boating fun! Everything you need is here — a water-cooled 540 motor, ESC with reverse, direct drive system, 2-channel radio gear and a prop — and they’re all factory-installed. The ABS hull and deck are prejoined, so there’s no finishing required. “Chine rails” reduce drag for higher speeds, and the trim tabs adjust to fine-tune handling. Requires 6- or 7-cell battery w/charger and 8 “AA” batteries.

AquaCraft Bristol Bay RTR
From bow to stern, the 33.5” long Bristol Bay boasts factory-installed, attention-getting details: horns, life preservers, lifeboat...even a spotlight and six running lights controlled by their own on/off switch. Assembly takes only minutes — and as authentic as this electric R/C fishing boat looks, it's also just as seaworthy! The supplied 550-size motor turns an efficient direct-drive system. You can navigate smoothly at any pace, in forward and reverse, by sending commands to the electronic speed control from the 2-channel AquaCraft radio made by Futaba. The pre-painted hull is made of fiberglass for strength and low weight, while the deck simulates the wood planking found on full-size late model fishing vessels. Static cloth sails capture the look of a real fishing boat. Requires a 6-cell battery, charger and 10 “AA” batteries.

Nitro Start-Powered Boats

AquaCraft Nitro Hammer RTR
Strike hard, strike fast, with ready-to-run ease and tuned-pipe power! The Nitro Hammer is factory-built of first-class materials, including a fuelproof fiberglass hull (factory-finished in one of six custom colors) and stainless steel hardware. On-board gear for the included AquaCraft 2-channel pistol radio is installed, and the recoil-started AquaCraft Marine .15 ABC engine (also installed!) comes with a power-boosting tuned pipe! A flip-top fuel tank with primer button makes sure you won't waste fuel — a free start-up video makes sure you won't waste a minute of the Nitro Hammer's performance. Just 24" long, the Nitro Hammer requires only 20% glow fuel, a glow starter and 12 "AA" batteries.

AquaCraft Air Force Airboat RTR
Rule the waves with the Air Force. It arrives virtually assembled, so it can be action-ready in minutes. Its gel-coated, prejoined fiberglass hull and deck offer added durability and resistance to the damaging effects of fuel. And it's equipped with an AquaCraft Pro .46 engine and a Futaba-made AquaCraft 2-channel radio for premier performance and absolute control. Just 36”, the Air Force requires glow fuel, 12 “AA” batteries and support equipment.

AquaCraft V24 One-Design RTR Gas Boat
Beginners and veteran boaters alike will love the V24’s ease and simplicity — and both will love the way this 4-1/2’ assault force slices through surf! A Fuji-Imvac BT-24 gasoline marine engine and tuned pipe pour power to a ¼” flex drive and angle-adjustable stainless steel prop. For control, there’s a Futaba 2PEKA FM radio. And for convenience, they’re all installed inside a double-stepped, gel-coated fiberglass hull!

AquaCraft Paradise RTR
A high-quality fiberglass hull sets the 50.5” tall Paradise apart from other entry-level boats — and its easy final assembly will have you setting sail in no time! The hull is already trimmed and painted in one of six dazzling colors, the nylon sails are preprinted, and the rigging is already in place. Ballast is pre-installed in the keel, and the keel and aluminum boom disconnect quickly for easy transport. The included 2-channel, 2-stick AquaCraft radio is made by Futaba, and pre-installed servos deliver precise sail and rudder control. When not gliding gracefully on the water, the Paradise looks equally elegant when displayed on its stand. Requires only 12 “AA” batteries.

Want more options? Choose an Ultimate Combo
 Imagine that you had an expert R/C hobbyist as your "personal shopper"—someone with the experience to make sound choices about what equipment you need for a fun, successful introduction to the hobby. That's exactly what Tower has done when putting together these value-filled packages.

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