how do you steer the boat and how fast does it go?
758836
you steer the boat by twisting the tire on the side of the remote and it goes about 19.4 MPH.
758837
You steer the boat with the controller. Like a video game. The boat is very fast and can turn on a dime. Takes very little water. I have two of these thinking I would wear out the first and need a spare. Not so. I did break off a propeller once. Bought a bunch extras but that was the only time. This boat is a definate BUY. Oh, the person whose boat sank . . . must have put a rock on it. My boat turns into a submarine sometimes when I turn into a rapid flow of water, but it always shoots to the top like a sailfish.
758838
Use the hand transmitter to steer it. Mine sank before I could run it full blast. So, I really don't know how fast it can go. Thank you. Tom Kiebler
758839
You steer the boat using the supplied remote controller and it goes pretty fast. If using in a pool, or other enclosed body of water, you cannot fully open the throttle, as it goes way too fast and actually speeds up as it moves through the water.
1669964
I have a 21' bass boat w/ tandem axles.The valet moves it easily on a flat surface.It is a little more difficult on a slight incline,but still fairly easy.Make sure that the tires are inflated enough,as low tires make it much harder to maneuver.If you need more traction,deflate the tires a little until desired results are achieved.I really like mine and it has saved me a lot of time getting my boat out of a single car garage with a narrow door.
1178696
My grandson has not fished with it yet. It is an awesome rc boat. He and my husband love it. It goes quite fast. Not sure about the reverse. Sorry I was not much help
322594
It doesn't have a rudder. The steering is accomplished by applying differential power to two rotors (nothing you would need to explicitly need to bother with, its just how your left/right turn actions on the transmitter are translated into...), and elevators.
1200431
Try wetting your hand first and hold your fingers on the shafts while you give it power. Make sure the switch on the boat is on also. You may want to put some water in a bathtub about 3 inches and try it there but hold onto it.
681014
This boat has a trigger type throttle that allows you to go anywhere from slow to full speed. It also has reverse. These are great boats for the price.
565743
I never have. My boat runs about 50 mph. I don't think I would want to try going that fast with it up. But maybe 25 mph I believe it would hold up.
841119
I can't say exactly how fast, but it is very speedy. You won't be disappointed. It is easy to control, makes sharp turns easily and hold a charge for at least 20 minutes.My son loves this boat. It is fun to watch and you can't beat the price.
489240
It goes about 10-15 miles per hour. Fast enough that it is fun but not too fast that the kids can't control it. Also, it handles waves really well, even at speed. Purchased it for the grandkids but I am having fun with it too. It's a great beginner to begin-intermediate boat, I would say. For sure get an extra battery.
543974
You can shift to second going about 20mph. I wouldn't advise going match faster as it can tip over on a tight turn if the terrain is tacky.
1382237
The boat is fairly quick. You can't judge speed by MPH. For a scale boat, it travels faster than it should. Note: out of the box the boat only goes full speed forward or reverse. There is no variable speed. Turning means making one propeller go forward while the other spins in reverse. You need a large pool or lake/pond to run it. I take mines to the lake where it travels around 100-200 feet from me.
1094801
Steering is partly what's fun--especially on an icy road. You just have to lay on your stomach and use your hands on the sides--almost like rudders.
828907
It isn't easy, but stand over the unit, push in the back "button", and pull up hard. Pushing down then up may help. You can't do it from outside the boat.
1339205
Hello, well it go about 15,20,mph,But,when you buy tha boat it comes with a 1700,mh, battery& you will get 15min run time ,so buy a 3000mh battery,YOU will get 30min 45min top max run time,,I hope you enjoy,,thanx
612507
It will move it but not fast when u get to where u want to be on lake ... u need gas motor 25 hp
466379
Yes, it will run reverse, but it hardly moves the boat, it tries to sink it more than move it. The rudder is also useless in reverse. However, it might get you out of a rut if not stuck bad.
1750011
It has only one speed.....about 8-9 MPH. Looks pretty cool going thru the water! Be sure to drain the boat completely and oil the shafts frequently. Even doing that, you are going to be lucky to get 8-12 uses out of the boat. Have fun !