RC Sailboat - Racing Sparrow RG65

Get sailing with this RG65 from Racing Sparrow. The fileset comes with variations so you can build the perfect 650 to suit your style. The RG65 is an international class of RC yacht and is raced all around the globe.

Length: 650mm
Beam: 138mm
Bulb Weight: 0.5Kg
Mast Height: 1000mm (A rig)
Skill Level: Beginner

A RG65 Racing Sparrow that comes with options for sails, bulb weights and rudder sizes. You can build this model as a two sail version or a single main sail Una version.

Print Volume Max: 150 × 150 × 180mm (xyz).

The fileset comes with options for rig type, either two sail sloop or single sail una. There are also 3 bulb weights you can print and fill with lead shot. 470g, 508g, 550g. The fileset also comes with 3 rudder sizes, sml, med, lg. The keel position can be set in two positions. These options allow you to experiment with different variables and build a boat to suit the conditions you like to sail in.

Please note, all STLs are compressed into 1 zip file. When you purchase there are many separate STL files organised in folders.

The fileset also comes with comprehensive instructions with images and details to help you put together your boat. There is also a full list of materials and RC electrics required to complete the build. All materials and electrics are designed to be cheap and readily available.

This project would suit someone looking for a club racing yacht with the two sail option. This project would also suit a class group looking to print and build a simple boat that still has excellent performance and looks.

To print the parts you only need a small Print Volume: 150 × 150 × 180mm (xyz). No supports are required when 3D printing and 1 roll of filament is all that is needed. The parts are all pre-oriented, just load them into your slicer and click print!

The settings the author used on a Creality K1 Max Printer were:

Used eSun PLA+
Nozzle 0.4,Wall count of 2: top 2, bottom 2 layers
200°C Nozzle, 
60°C Bed
35% infill @ 300mm/s speed