Power Section
Encompassing Multi Boat Racing, Model Offshore Power Boat Racing & Fast Electric
Warning - Noise Regulation
All Multi Boats must comply with the MPBA rule (11.5) on noise regulation.
All Power Boats must come within a noise measurement of 80db at 10 metres.
The club reserves the right to ban the use of any boat exceeding this measurement.
All Power Boats must come within a noise measurement of 80db at 10 metres.
The club reserves the right to ban the use of any boat exceeding this measurement.
Multi Boat Racing Overview
The MPBA (Model Power Boat Association) currently recognizes 5 classes of Multi boat.
‘A’ Class or FRSV-3.5
The smallest of the Multi-race classes, this is for glow engines of up to 3.5cc
‘B’ Class or FRSV-7.5
For glow motors of up to 7.5cc.
‘C’ Class
For glow motors of up to 15cc.
This is not recommended for beginners due to the very high speeds and intensity of racing.
‘D’ Class
For glow motors of up to 11cc.
This class is not currently recognized by Naviga (The European/World governing body).
‘SI’ Class or FSRV-35
For petrol engine boats of up to 35cc.
Racing Format
Racing consists of up to 12 boats racing simultaneously in an anticlockwise direction around an ‘M’ shaped course, for a duration of 20 to 30 minutes. The winning competitor - completing the most laps during the time period.
The MPBA (Model Power Boat Association) currently recognizes 5 classes of Multi boat.
‘A’ Class or FRSV-3.5
The smallest of the Multi-race classes, this is for glow engines of up to 3.5cc
‘B’ Class or FRSV-7.5
For glow motors of up to 7.5cc.
‘C’ Class
For glow motors of up to 15cc.
This is not recommended for beginners due to the very high speeds and intensity of racing.
‘D’ Class
For glow motors of up to 11cc.
This class is not currently recognized by Naviga (The European/World governing body).
‘SI’ Class or FSRV-35
For petrol engine boats of up to 35cc.
Racing Format
Racing consists of up to 12 boats racing simultaneously in an anticlockwise direction around an ‘M’ shaped course, for a duration of 20 to 30 minutes. The winning competitor - completing the most laps during the time period.
Model Boat Racing Clubs
It cannot be emphasised enough just how important it is to join a model club. This is not just for Model Power Boat Racing, but for all forms of model boating. The most important reason is that the club will be able to arrange insurance cover for you through the governing association. This is normally included in your annual membership fee.
You will not be able to operate a radio-controlled or powered model without this insurance and will be barred from entering any competition without proof of insurance.
The beginner will appreciate advice and help existing club members will assist in preparing and helping to tune a beginners boat. This is important, as there are no commercially available kits for these type of boats. You buy the components and build it yourself with very few (if any) instructions.
There are many competitions between the spring and autumn months for Model Power Boat Racing. These involve Local, National and International events.
For more information and help, please contact:
Vince Taylor
Tel: 01255 763606
email: brentwoodmbc@gmail.com
Chairman
It cannot be emphasised enough just how important it is to join a model club. This is not just for Model Power Boat Racing, but for all forms of model boating. The most important reason is that the club will be able to arrange insurance cover for you through the governing association. This is normally included in your annual membership fee.
You will not be able to operate a radio-controlled or powered model without this insurance and will be barred from entering any competition without proof of insurance.
The beginner will appreciate advice and help existing club members will assist in preparing and helping to tune a beginners boat. This is important, as there are no commercially available kits for these type of boats. You buy the components and build it yourself with very few (if any) instructions.
There are many competitions between the spring and autumn months for Model Power Boat Racing. These involve Local, National and International events.
For more information and help, please contact:
Vince Taylor
Tel: 01255 763606
email: brentwoodmbc@gmail.com
Chairman