When you can't actually get out on the water in a full size boat, electric boats can be a great second choice.
Electric radio boats are boats that are radio controlled using a receiver and a transmitter.
In most cases, the control utilizes a type of stick that is hand controlled.
The receiver will typically be mounted inside the boat and will receive and then process the signal from the transmitter that is held by the operator.
The transmitter makes it possible for the user to accelerate, slow down and rotate the electric boat.
In addition, the user can also utilize the transmitter in order to turn the boat left or right.
You can find electric powered boats in a variety of different sizes.
In most cases, these boats are powered using batteries.
They may operate using a fairly small battery or a large battery.
The run time of electric powered boats will typically depend upon the size of the boat and the battery, but most boats will operate anywhere from five to ten minutes.
Electric powered boats will also usually operate from about 20 to 25 miles per hour.
In order to enjoy more operational time with these types boats it is a good idea to keep a second battery charged that you can change out quickly.
Compared to gas operated radio controlled boats, radio controlled boats typically operate much quieter, but it should be kept in mind that these types of boats are not as powerful and cannot obtain top end speeds.
Before you purchase an electric boat it is a good idea to consult the bylaws in your local area to determine where you will be allowed to operate your boat.