Pirate Ship (Ready-To-Run Pkg) Review

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(More customer reviews)Sliverlit RC Pirate ship
I have had mine for about a year and I bought from another vender. It looks pretty nice, if rather toy like. I have had mine in the water once and then put it aside to dress up later with some weathering and figures.
If you really must have a RC Pirate ship and the Aqua-Craft King's Ransom is too much, (Check out Tower Hobbies for the best price for that boat) this boat is okay. If you just looking for a low end semi scale RTR RC boat consider one of the others that I have reviewed as this one has some design issues. The biggest issue with this boat is that the battery access hatch is on the bottom of the boat, this would be no problem if getting a good seal was fool proof but it is not. The screws are particularly easy to cross thread making it very likely that the cover will leak. The sails make running the boat on a breezy day a challenge.
This boat is sold a few different guises some with white sails some with black or red sails. The simulated shooting cannon is interesting, but I am trying to think of another way to use that control feature, (maybe a water cannon?)
As far as overall value goes, that is hard to say. It is made fairly well. The key thing would be to find it for as cheap as you can (can be found for $50+or- including shipping if you look around on line). I think it included batteries but not a rechargeable one like some other RC in this price/ quality range do.


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Ahoy, Matey! This massive, full-functioning pirate ship is ready to set sail! It's equipped with a working cannon with lights and sound that you control through a transmitter button, up to 75 feet away. Twin propellers provide rapid movement through the water. Ship is built with a durable, water-resistant design. Requires 4 "AA" batteries for ship and 4 "AA" batteries for controller (not included). Sail color may vary. Measures an incredible 17" long.

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Terrainiac Radio Control Vehicle - 27 MHz (Green) Review

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(More customer reviews)My 8 year old son just got this for his birthday and it is the coolest toy. My husband I think enjoyed it more than my son. It can take a beating! He had it going through corn fields, on hilly land, in the water, down the street, in the sand and it only suffered one little scratch. He runs it until the battery dies every time. Definetly an enjoyed toy. Hopefully it the amusment doesn't wear off. He's looking forward to doing it in the snow.

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With its huge rear tire, the Tyco RC Terrainiac is able to tear through dirt, rip through water, and even shred through snow! This high-performance all-terrain radio-controlled vehicle sports an oversized, single rear tire that looks more like a ball with tread. Aside from giving the Terrainiac a futuristic appearance, this approach allowed Tyco engineers to make the car pivot (similar to a human torso) on one controllable joint. Two front rubber tires and two tires in the middle for extra traction make sure that the Terrainiac can hit high speeds. Add in "sphere drive" and now you can turn on a dime and cruise over wet terrain, thanks to the hollow construction that gives the durable plastic tire buoyancy. A spring on top of the car helps absorb more adventurous bumps or jumps.
Because this car has unique motion, with the rear section twisting sideways, it requires a unique controller. You actually twist the controller to steer the vehicle, while using the forward and backward paddles to change direction. Give it a spin on dirt, water, grass, asphalt, or even sand. The Tyco Terrainiac is definitely a multi-terrain titan!

Everything that you need to start tearing it up right out of the box is included: the Terrainiac All-Terrain vehicle; twist-action digital transmitter; one 9v battery; and a turbo rechargeable 9.6v battery pack and charger.

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Radio - controlled Jet Hovercraft Review

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(More customer reviews)PROBLEMS:
(1) Controller does not work from more than 6' away.
(2) Battery connector pops loose with even a low speed bump.
(3) Will not work on even new, clean carpet, grass, sand, snow seem highly unlikely.
(4) You will never use this on water unless you want to watch it drift away once it is more than a few feet out, then SINK when it runs out of battery power (says in the owner's manual that it does not float).
SUMMARY: This product is a total waste of money.

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RC Jet Hovercraft streaks across land, water and ice! Awesome! Aircraft-style twin turbo props and 3 powerful motors blast this baby across just about any surface on a bed of air! Even when it's standing still it looks like it's going 100 MPH, thanks to the super-sleek red and silver design. All you need to do is charge up the battery pack and this speed demon is ready to rock! It's major fun for a low price! Approx. 2 lbs. 9 ozs. 16"l x 12"w x 5 1/2"h. Get yours today! RC Jet Hovercraft

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Wild Planet Spy Video Car Review

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(More customer reviews)Pretty expensive but I ended up splurging and getting it for my 8 year old nephew for this coming Christmas. I ended up giving it to him this weekend instead; I wanted to see it go too and couldn't wait 4 months!
My nephew REALLY likes it but, oy!, is the video bad -- what they show in the online commercial is quite a bit clearer and contrasty than what we see in our actual unit. I think the infrared aspect blurs things a bit and its sensitivity is pretty low in any case. You can't read ANY writing thru the video, regardless of size of print, etc. Still, the video link is minimally serviceable (adequate for manuevering with a little bit of practice) and my nephew has a BIG time sitting in his "command center" and sending it out on "remote missions" using only the onboard video link. Seems fairly robust and sturdy so far.

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This stealthy speedster zips from room to room while remaining virtually unnoticed. The Spy Video Car is a remote-controlled vehicle that comes with a headset video feed so you can spy on your friends in other parts of the house. The LCD screen lets you navigate from Point A to Point B as you view your surroundings through the headset. Remain undercover with special night vision - you see them, but they don't see you. Requires 12 "AA" batteries (not included). Measures 7.5"L x 6"W x 8.5"H.

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Erector Radio Control with Digital Music Player, 354 Pieces Review

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(More customer reviews)This toy is great for a kid who is able to sit still and concentrate on directions, has a high tolerance level before becoming frustrated, and fine motor skills. The instructions are simple to follow and detailed, but the many small parts and tiny tools can be hard to manipulate. A "third hand" would be useful, or nuts that locked into fitted slots on the parts. I would stick to the recommended age group and consider your child's (or grandchild's) temperament before purchasing. It has great educational potential.

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Features:Designed to Suit Ages 8 and older.Features parts for three model (one can be built at a time).Green metallic paint Chrome plated rims and notched tires.Peel and stick decals.High quality loud speaker.Flashing headlights and taillights and neon lighting under the chassis.Full functions- forward, reverse, left and right.MP3 connection (connection cable included).Ten different modes combining music, sound and light effects.Full color, illustrated assembly guide for 2 model car designs (only one model can be built at a time).INCLUDES: 345 parts.Transmitter requires: Assembly, 6 AA Batteries, 1. 9 Volt Battery.

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Megatech Avion Airplane Review

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(More customer reviews)This is one of the few R/C planes that can fly inside your home. Comparing to the Silverlit PalmZ, this plane is much better looking and can be more precisely controlled. However, it is twice as expensive, has a little less thrust-to-weight ratio, and has shorter flight time.
The fun factor is very high for this kind of product (yeah, flying R/C planes inside your own home! How cool is that!). But for its price, I would expect something more durable. Though the plane can take on quite a few crashes, the styrofoam wings get dented, cracked, and chip easily. I would highly recommend that you protect the edges of the wings with light weight scotch tape immediately out of the box. Such a simple protection goes a long way.

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Featuring an ultra-advanced design, Megatech's AVION plane is the most impressive, easiest-to-fly model airplane to ever hit your living room. Boasting a tight three-foot turning radius, this indoor aerobot is a high-performance plane that is precision-controlled and maneuverable in even the tightest of spaces. Ready to fly right out of the box. Requires 4 "AA" batteries, not included. Measures 3" x 8" x 8.5".

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