The RC Submarine
When looking at RC submarines they can inlclude static models that are used for display purposes only, or models that are fully functional and can be used in the water.As with all radio controlled models a it will be controlled with a hand-held controller with the receiver that will be on board of the submarine.
What are the different types of RC Submarines that you get?
Toy grade.
These mini RC submarines are ideal gifts for kids and normally not very expensive.They are great gifts for special occcasions such as birthdays or for Christmas.
Hobby grade RC Submarines – It is time to get serious!
The U-Boat Type VII is probably the most well known submarine ever built. Over 1000 were built and used world wide and in its time it set many standards and became very successful. Its elegant and sleek lines make this an attractive model submarine for either static display or a working model.A ballast tank is used to partially submerge the model then the model is dived by using the dive planes and forward speed. With this technique very true to scale diving maneuvers are possible.
The Krick Type 7 U-Boat is a highly detailed kit complete with:ABS plastic hull halves, deck molding, conning tower and internal structures. Detailed surface deck molding.Two Cast white metal gun kits.Ballast tank pump. Twin drive motors, couplings, shafts and props.All R/C linkages and connectors.Full size plan, parts list and English building instructionsIdeal as an introduction to the world of submarine building.Here are some of the specifications of such a model:
Requires 4 channel Radio and 2 Speed controllers.
Specifications:
Scale: 1:60
Length: 1120mm
Beam: 125mm
Hobby grade submarines can run to thousands of dollars, and can also make a great gift.
As they say the only difference between men and boys is the price of their toys!
It is also worth a mention that you get RC submarines that are purpose built for underwater photography as well as to perform certain tasks underwater such as the deep sea explorer.These subs are in a whole different class, and not your typical model that can be bought at a hobby shop.
These RC submarines have custom detailing, greater range, static diving systems, and upgradeable features .They can be very accurate models of great historic craft that were featured in movies or historic battles.Everybody remembers the Seawolf Submarine that had a reign of terror in the sea!These accurate models also have all the working features of real submarines like compressed gas powered torpedoes, lighting, working hatches as well as ballast and diving tanks for diving and re-surfacing.They are also fitted with cameras most of the time – so you can explore certain underwater areas
Ready-to-Run submarines without any assembly required
As the name implies electric rtr remote control submarines are bought as a complete unit, and can be used immediately.They can include novelty toys like diving sharks for kids as well as fully functional craft that are definitely not meant for kids. Cheaper submersable toys and mini sub boats usually do not have all the features of a fully functional hobby grade sub, but for a kid these are perfect . They will be able to perform the basic functions such as diving and turning, and are great fun in a swimming pool.
RC Submarine Kits and Plans
Most hobby grade remote submarines are available as kits, and it can be great fun putting it together.You will also appreciate it more if you have built it yourself.If you want to build the RC ship from scratch then you will need plans.There are many sources available online where you can get these.
Experienced owners even design their own ships with a drawing program like Accucadd – which provides a simple interface that does not have a too steep learning curve.
What do you need to build such a kit?
If you want to assemble a kit, or build one from a plan there are some basic tools that you will need -
- wrench keys,
- screwdrivers,
- nut drivers
- needle-nose pliers.
- small soldering iron
With these tools you should go a long way in building your RC submarine.
It can be very simple to build a model like this – all that needs to be added to the hull is the internal electronics.All the electronics needs to be place in water tight compartments – this is absolutely crucial.These electronics can be bought from a vendor of your choice, and usually includes the electric motor, receiver, ballast tanks as well as other items – depending how many functions the sub has.The radio system forms a very important part of the model.. This consists out of a radio controller and an antennae receiver. Three to four channels will be needed to have a fully functional RC submarine.More channels can be used when you are using additional systems such as launching torpedoes, but for the basic sub functions four channels would be sufficient.
There is a lot of fun to be had with a RC submarine – for kids of all age!
Some of the most popular activities for adults are the following:
- With a RC submarine camera you can be an explorer in the bottom of ponds, swimming pools, dams etc.
- Boat diving competitions where owners compete in seeing whose sub can dive the deepest.
- RC Submarine wars or battles. These subs have functional torpedoes, and a group of enthusiasts can have fun battling each other.
If you start out with the hobby you should accept that you will have to get wet sometimes.Something can always go wrong with the sub, and you will have to get into the water to retrieve it.
RC Submarines for sale
Some of the most popular radio controlled models available today include the swimline remote control submarine as well as the u.s.s. seawolf electric submarine.When looking at toy grade r/c mini subs these are very popular as pool toys for kids.Also very popular are the mini rc submarine and micro rc submarine.
Here is a list of exellent RC Submarine resources for further reading:
Building your own RC submarine WTC
Deep Down – how to construct a RC Sub..
