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Good day happy people,
It has been a while since my last post. Currently, I am in the planning stages of a new project, and I am seeking input before committing to the investment this upcoming summer. I intend to build a Rico Superboat (monohull) from Rico Racing?a gas hull measuring 58 inches in length and 13 inches in width. The primary objective is to employ the hull for sport boating and potentially engage in competitive runs with the gas guys.
Through research on the forum and calculations, I have determined that the setup requires a power output of roughly 10,000 Watts. Specifically, I plan to implement a 12s battery configuration using two 6s 9500mah 90c or 100c rated packs (I still want a decent run time), generating a current draw of approximately 157.66 amps. To ensure the boat aligns with the sport boating category, I aim to maintain an unloaded RPM below 33,000. Consequently, through a 700 kv motor, with models such as the Lehner 3080 or 30100 emerging as suitable candidates.
Furthermore, the calculated setup necessitates either a 250-amp ESC or a 300-amp ESC to adequately manage the electrical demands. In terms of performance metrics, I aspire to achieve speeds of at least mid-70s mph or operate comfortably in the high 60s. A preliminary cost estimate for the entire build places it at approximately $3,000. Given my status as a university student, I plan to undertake the construction gradually over the next few years.
On a final note, while I am willing to incur the costs associated with this ambitious build, I am curious to explore alternative options for electronic components. Any insights or recommendations in this regard would be greatly appreciated."
It has been a while since my last post. Currently, I am in the planning stages of a new project, and I am seeking input before committing to the investment this upcoming summer. I intend to build a Rico Superboat (monohull) from Rico Racing?a gas hull measuring 58 inches in length and 13 inches in width. The primary objective is to employ the hull for sport boating and potentially engage in competitive runs with the gas guys.
Through research on the forum and calculations, I have determined that the setup requires a power output of roughly 10,000 Watts. Specifically, I plan to implement a 12s battery configuration using two 6s 9500mah 90c or 100c rated packs (I still want a decent run time), generating a current draw of approximately 157.66 amps. To ensure the boat aligns with the sport boating category, I aim to maintain an unloaded RPM below 33,000. Consequently, through a 700 kv motor, with models such as the Lehner 3080 or 30100 emerging as suitable candidates.
Furthermore, the calculated setup necessitates either a 250-amp ESC or a 300-amp ESC to adequately manage the electrical demands. In terms of performance metrics, I aspire to achieve speeds of at least mid-70s mph or operate comfortably in the high 60s. A preliminary cost estimate for the entire build places it at approximately $3,000. Given my status as a university student, I plan to undertake the construction gradually over the next few years.
On a final note, while I am willing to incur the costs associated with this ambitious build, I am curious to explore alternative options for electronic components. Any insights or recommendations in this regard would be greatly appreciated."
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