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FTX Vortex RC Speed Boat BLACK - Ready To Run - 44cm / 18 Inches - With Battery, Handset, Charger FTX0701
Part Number or Barcode: 5056135738696
Stock Level: In Stock. For further info: Click Here.

Get ready to hit the water with the new Vortex fast electric r/c boat from FTX.
 
With a range of up to 100m the Vortex is perfect for pools, ponds and even lakes. Featuring an attractive moulded hull with printed graphics, at 44cm/18" long the Vortex is the ideal size for first time r/c boat enthusiasts.
 
A specially designed lower hull provides all important water cooling for the 380-sized motor, whilst should you capsize your boat a one-key roll function gets you back upright in seconds. Rear twin tabs help aide stability resulting in smooth turns as you drive back through your wake.
 
With an alarm sounding when the boats or transmitter batteries run low you should also avert being caught without power away from the shoreline!
 
A great all round package if every there was one for any power boat fan!
 
Features
- 2.4ghz Radio
- Proportional control
- Watercooled motor design
- Self righting function enables boat to flip 180° when capsized
- Range warning
- Low power warning for radio & boat batteries
- Protective rubber nose cover
- Rear twin tabs
- Speed up to 25kph - this will feel fast given the 18" size
- High and low speed option
- USB Charger
- 1500mAh 7.4V LiPo Battery
- Includes spare prop & stand
- Approx 10 minutes run time
- 44cm Length
- Requires 4 X AA to complete

All products are brand new except where clearly indicated in the title. Unless otherwise stated in the product description, the manufacturers advise that this item is not suitable for children under the age of 8 due to small parts and/or safety regulations. Spray paints, bladed goods, chemicals and glues are not suitable for those under the age of 18 - by purchasing these items you affirm that you are aged 18 or over.

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