Proboat release new Blackjack 42" catamaran

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  • fweasel
    master of some
    • Jul 2016
    • 4282

    #1

    Proboat release new Blackjack 42" catamaran

    In case you hadn't seen these yet...

    Polycarbonate Hull: Two-piece shoe box construction for extreme hull durability. Molded composite material is much more impact resistant than fiberglass.
    Polycarbonate Canopy: Durable 2.5mm polycarbonate provides a watertight seal and the thumb screws means no tape is necessary to retain hull on to hull.
    Spektrum Marine 4685 4 Pole, Water Cooled Motor: Rated at over 5 horsepower with 85%+ efficiency, this powerful 8S capable brushless and waterproof motor provides more than enough torque to hit 55+ MPH.
    Spektrum Smart 160A High Voltage, Water Cooled ESC: Able to handle all the power needed, it is programmable, water cooled, waterproof, and Smart.
    Aluminum Propeller Strut and Rudder: Both the propeller and rudder feature anodized aluminum. The runner has a special break away feature that protects the hull from damage in case floating debris is struck.
    S904 1/6 Scale WP Digital Servo: The high torque digital servo provides all the necessary power. Waterproofing makes sure the servo is up to the task of being in a boat without the risk of failure do to getting wet.
    Boat Stand: This custom molded plastic stand fits perfectly to the contour of the hull providing a rock stable platform to display or work on your boat. This boat stand will last for the life of your boat without the need to worry about water rotting a wooden stand.

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    Last edited by fweasel; 08-05-2021, 04:13 PM.
    Vac-U-Tug Jr (13mph)
  • 1coopgt
    Senior Member
    • Feb 2019
    • 413

    #2
    Looks interesting. I'm tempted

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    • hughb
      Senior Member
      • Jul 2016
      • 152

      #3
      Interested to hear peoples thoughts on the polycarbonate hull, a different way to go.

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      • fweasel
        master of some
        • Jul 2016
        • 4282

        #4
        Originally posted by hughb
        Interested to hear peoples thoughts on the polycarbonate hull, a different way to go.
        Will likely be fewer warranty claims than with fiberglass
        Vac-U-Tug Jr (13mph)

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        • 1coopgt
          Senior Member
          • Feb 2019
          • 413

          #5
          Totally agree. Unfortunately if you hit something hard enough to crack it there's no real good way of fixing it unfortunately. Wonder how thick they are making the hull. Poly carbonate is some really tough stuff though.

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          • hughb
            Senior Member
            • Jul 2016
            • 152

            #6
            Arhh I see. Though would it be likely to flex more when driving it, changing the geometry of the boat?

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            • fweasel
              master of some
              • Jul 2016
              • 4282

              #7
              Originally posted by hughb
              Arhh I see. Though would it be likely to flex more when driving it, changing the geometry of the boat?
              We'll find out when people start receiving the boat, but I bet flex will be a non issue.
              Vac-U-Tug Jr (13mph)

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              • MADRCER
                Senior Member
                • Feb 2017
                • 751

                #8
                Videos coming soon...

                If time allows and if the weather cooperates I should have some running videos uploaded on YouTube by the end of the week for those interested. Horizon gave me the go-ahead to move forward and start rolling them out.

                Last edited by MADRCER; 05-11-2021, 06:49 PM.
                TFL Zonda (124mph), Miss Geico Zelos 36 (108mph), Veles 29 (91mph), Zelos Twin 36 (90mph), Miss Geico 29v3 (83.5mph), Sonicwake 36 V2 (83mph), Blackjack 42 (81mph), TFL Pursuit (79mph), UL-19 (75mph), Sonicwake 36 (73mph), Motley Crew (47.5mph), AquaCraft Rescue 17

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                • 1coopgt
                  Senior Member
                  • Feb 2019
                  • 413

                  #9
                  Very Cool . Curious to see what props will work good on it too.

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                  • naveda_08
                    Member
                    • May 2021
                    • 67

                    #10
                    Wonder if she'll be faster than my 8s SonicWake, cant wait to see her with some decent props on MADRCER channel

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                    • MADRCER
                      Senior Member
                      • Feb 2017
                      • 751

                      #11
                      Good looking boat! 3/16 prop shaft that will take the famous dasboata props is always a plus... SSS 3674 motor for comparison as well.

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                      TFL Zonda (124mph), Miss Geico Zelos 36 (108mph), Veles 29 (91mph), Zelos Twin 36 (90mph), Miss Geico 29v3 (83.5mph), Sonicwake 36 V2 (83mph), Blackjack 42 (81mph), TFL Pursuit (79mph), UL-19 (75mph), Sonicwake 36 (73mph), Motley Crew (47.5mph), AquaCraft Rescue 17

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                      • 1coopgt
                        Senior Member
                        • Feb 2019
                        • 413

                        #12
                        How does the hull feel compared to the fiberglass hull of the Geico, flex or stronger.

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                        • MADRCER
                          Senior Member
                          • Feb 2017
                          • 751

                          #13
                          Originally posted by 1coopgt
                          How does the hull feel compared to the fiberglass hull of the Geico, flex or stronger.

                          Definitely more flex than Fiberglass.

                          Last edited by MADRCER; 05-14-2021, 12:31 AM.
                          TFL Zonda (124mph), Miss Geico Zelos 36 (108mph), Veles 29 (91mph), Zelos Twin 36 (90mph), Miss Geico 29v3 (83.5mph), Sonicwake 36 V2 (83mph), Blackjack 42 (81mph), TFL Pursuit (79mph), UL-19 (75mph), Sonicwake 36 (73mph), Motley Crew (47.5mph), AquaCraft Rescue 17

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                          • oscarel
                            Fast Electric Addict!
                            • Dec 2009
                            • 2128

                            #14
                            How do you get away with no space between strut and drive dog?

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                            • MADRCER
                              Senior Member
                              • Feb 2017
                              • 751

                              #15
                              Originally posted by oscarel
                              How do you get away with no space between strut and drive dog?
                              You talking about my Geico 36 in the video? It as 5mm gap in it. The Black jack has about 2mm out of the box.
                              TFL Zonda (124mph), Miss Geico Zelos 36 (108mph), Veles 29 (91mph), Zelos Twin 36 (90mph), Miss Geico 29v3 (83.5mph), Sonicwake 36 V2 (83mph), Blackjack 42 (81mph), TFL Pursuit (79mph), UL-19 (75mph), Sonicwake 36 (73mph), Motley Crew (47.5mph), AquaCraft Rescue 17

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