Overview
The FTX Riptide Turbojet Boat Brushless Motor (FTX0786) is a premium replacement motor designed specifically for the FTX Riptide Turbojet brushless RC speed boat range. Whether you're an experienced RC boat enthusiast looking to upgrade your performance, or you need a reliable replacement motor for your existing Riptide, this brushless motor delivers the power and reliability you'd expect from FTX's engineering excellence. As a dedicated brushless RC boat motor, it provides smooth, consistent power delivery that's perfect for high-speed water-based racing and recreational boating alike.
This is an essential spare part for FTX Riptide Turbojet boat owners in the UK, engineered to restore your boat to factory performance standards or provide a spare motor for competitive racing sessions. The brushless motor technology ensures minimal maintenance compared to traditional brushed alternatives, whilst delivering superior efficiency and extended runtime on a single charge. If you're serious about RC boat performance and want a motor that's been purpose-built for the Riptide platform, this genuine FTX component is the ideal choice.
RC boat racing has become increasingly popular across the UK, and having reliable, high-quality spare motors is essential for maintaining your fleet. The FTX Riptide Turbojet Brushless Motor represents genuine FTX engineering with a focus on durability and consistent performance, making it an excellent investment for anyone committed to their RC boating hobby.
Key Features
- Genuine FTX Brushless Motor — This is an authentic FTX component engineered to OEM specifications, ensuring perfect compatibility and guaranteed performance with your FTX Riptide Turbojet boat. Using genuine parts protects your investment and maintains your boat's resale value.
- Brushless Motor Technology — The brushless design eliminates carbon brush wear, which means significantly lower maintenance requirements compared to brushed motors. You'll spend less time maintaining your motor and more time enjoying your RC boat on the water.
- Optimised for the Riptide Turbojet Platform — This motor has been specifically engineered and tuned for the FTX Riptide Turbojet design, delivering perfect power delivery characteristics that match the boat's weight distribution, hull design and overall performance envelope. This level of integration ensures you get the absolute best from your boat's capabilities.
- High-Efficiency Power Delivery — The brushless design provides smooth, consistent power output without the dead spots or fluctuations found in brushed motors. This translates to more predictable handling, faster acceleration and better overall efficiency, giving you longer runtime from your battery.
- Extended Motor Life — Without brushes to wear down, this motor experiences significantly reduced component degradation during operation. This means your motor will maintain peak performance for far longer than traditional brushed alternatives, reducing your long-term ownership costs.
- Perfect Replacement for Existing Riptide Owners — If you've had your FTX Riptide for some time and want to restore it to factory performance, or if you're building a backup boat for racing, this genuine replacement motor is the perfect solution that requires no modification or adjustment to fit.
Technical Performance
The FTX Riptide Turbojet Brushless Motor is engineered with precision manufacturing standards that FTX has become known for across their entire RC product range. As a brushless motor component, it operates without carbon brushes, which are the primary wear items in traditional brushed motors. This design philosophy delivers several performance advantages: superior reliability during extended use, consistent power output throughout the discharge cycle, reduced electrical noise, and minimal maintenance requirements. The motor has been specifically calibrated for use with the FTX Riptide Turbojet brushless RC speed boat (available in both the FTX0780G green and FTX0780B blue variants), meaning every aspect of the motor's electrical characteristics, power curve and physical dimensions have been optimised for this platform. Brushless motors like this one are the current standard in serious RC boat racing throughout the UK and internationally, as they provide the power consistency and efficiency that competitive racing demands. The motor integrates seamlessly with the Riptide's electronic speed controller and power management system, ensuring that you get predictable acceleration, stable top-end performance, and reliable power delivery in all water conditions.
What's in the Box
- FTX Riptide Turbojet Brushless Motor (FTX0786)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What boats is the FTX Riptide Turbojet Brushless Motor compatible with? — This motor is designed specifically for the FTX Riptide Turbojet brushless RC speed boat range. It's compatible with both the FTX0780G (41cm green variant) and FTX0780B (41cm blue variant) models. If you own either of these boats, this is the exact replacement motor you need.
- Is this a genuine FTX part or an aftermarket motor? — This is a genuine OEM FTX component, manufactured to the same specifications as the motor that came with your boat from the factory. Choosing genuine parts ensures perfect compatibility, maintains your boat's performance warranty eligibility, and guarantees the quality standards FTX is known for throughout their RC range.
- What's the advantage of brushless over brushed motors? — Brushless motors eliminate the carbon brushes that wear down in traditional motors, resulting in significantly less maintenance, longer operational life, smoother power delivery, better efficiency, and more consistent performance. For serious RC boat enthusiasts and racers in the UK, brushless is the modern standard that delivers superior results.
- Do I need any special tools or technical knowledge to fit this motor? — This is a direct replacement component for the Riptide Turbojet, so installation should follow your boat's service manual. If you're familiar with basic RC boat maintenance, you should be able to fit this yourself. However, if you're unsure, our experienced team at RC Model Shop can provide guidance and support.
- How long will this motor last? — Brushless motors typically have significantly longer lifespans than brushed alternatives because there are no wearing consumables like brushes. With proper care and storage, your FTX Riptide Turbojet motor should provide years of reliable service. Regular freshwater rinses after saltwater use will extend the motor's life considerably.
- What should I do after using my boat in saltwater? — Always rinse your entire boat with fresh water after any saltwater use, paying particular attention to the motor area. This prevents salt corrosion and extends the life of all components. Many UK boat racers use a dedicated freshwater rinse station at their clubs for this purpose.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — If you already own an FTX Riptide Turbojet boat, then this is simply a replacement or spare motor — no special skills are required beyond basic RC boat maintenance knowledge. The Riptide platform itself is beginner-friendly, and this motor maintains that accessibility.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the FTX RIPTIDE TURBOJET BOAT BRUSHLESS MOTOR FTX0786 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Brand: FTX
- Model Number: FTX0786
- Product Type: Brushless Motor
- Vehicle Type: Electric RC Boat
- Motor Type: Brushless
- Compatibility: FTX0780G (FTX Riptide Turbojet Brushless R/C Speed Boat 41cm Green) and FTX0780B (FTX Riptide Turbojet Brushless R/C Speed Boat 41cm Blue)
- EAN Code: 5056135786604
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