For sale is a vintage REMOTE CONTROL WOODEN SHIP – YACHT which probably dates to the 1970s. The ship is untested and would require replacement batteries. This large blue and white wooden boat is in great condition has an amazing amount of detail. The top of the ship is easily disassembled to reach the battery compartment. The ship has one propeller and a controllable rudder. The deck has a hatch that opens and closes. The interior of the ship has a lounge area and stove and sink. The ship model includes, a water cool, ropes, life preserver, tool box and two fishing roads. The ship was powered by two two rechargeable 6 volt batteries 2.5AH (Radio Shack (cell 23-181 A). Sale includes a handmade hard wood stand to display and store the model yacht. The model boat is named “Rush II” on the hull. The yacht measures about 39 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 14 inches tall (not including the radio antennas when extended). A great maritime related collectible for your beach or lake house.
The metal controller is a FUTABA DIGITAL Remote Controller, Model FP-T 2E. The controller is untested but appears in working condition. The controller uses a 27.045 MHz frequency. The controller has a telescopic metal antenna. The controller is powered by eight DC batteries. Futaba is a world leading manufacturer of radio control products since 1962.
