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Riva Aquarama 1/10th Scale
Specifications
- Boat Length
- 34" (86.36 cm)
- Boat Weight
- 4kg (141 oz)
- Motor Type
- Electric outrunner
- Drive Type
- Belt
- Props
- Twin
- Max Amps
- 40A
- Battery Type
- LiPo
- Battery mAh
- 3.3Ah (3,300 mAh)
- Prop Type
- 3 Blade
- Prop Size
- 35mm
- Run Time
- 1+ hrs
- Model Speed
- 35 km/h (21.7mph)
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About this boat
My first model boat build in at least 40 years..! Started January 2020 and launched March 2022, based on the Amati 1/10th scale kit with a few extras in terms of electronics, faux leather upholstery and custom brass / chromed fittings. Hull form slightly modified along the forward chine to generate more lift forward. Two brushless 3530 1100kv motors using belts to get a low shaft angle driving exposed shafts. Two 3,300mah LiPos give an hours run time.
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Fellow members - if you think this model is good (understatement!), which indeed it is, then wait until you see David's 1:5 build of the same boat, it will blow your mind!
Chris
The craftsmanship and attention to detail are outstanding, especially the custom brass/chromed fittings, upholstery, and that gorgeous finish.
I also really like the engineering choices with the twin brushless motors and belt drive to achieve those low shaft angles.
After a 40-year break from model building, you certainly came back in style! Congratulations on an impressive first build and a very successful launch. ⚓️👏