HT-2877 RC Warship

Lights Can Deplete Power

There is only one significant drawback that I could find with the HT-2877 RC Warship. The bridge light can't be turned off — even during daytime play the light is on — so the lights are constantly draining the battery of precious playtime. Granted you get about a quarter of an hour in the water with it; but, it could be longer if there were a way to shut off the light.

Delicate Details

It's not a reason to avoid this RC boat, but the details that provide its authentic look are the parts most susceptible to breakage. During normal operation the HT-2877 RC Warship is not easily damaged. However, the small plastic guns, antennas, and railings could break during rough handling. It's best to keep it out of the reach of young children.

Don't Get Stranded

Another thing that causes mild concern with the HT-2877 RC Warship is that when the battery is down, it is difficult to get the boat back to land. I’ve had to send out my submarine once already to retrieve it from the middle of the pool because it didn’t have enough power to make it back to "shore" on its own. That's a common risk with any electric or nitro boat on the market today.

Before running it out in a pond or vast area of water, it is a good idea that you get familiar with the RC boat and know how it acts when it is low on power. The worst thing that could happen is that you are sailing it out in open water and a current grabs it without having enough power to fight back.

Does It Meet the Description on the Box?

While the marketing hype on the box might slightly overstate the power and top speed, the HT-2877 RC Warship lives up the box description.

Pros:

• Excellent maneuverability
• Easy controls
• Good runtime/chargetime
• Day or night operation
• Authentic detailing
• Ready-to-Run, batteries included

Cons:

• Lights deplete power
• Detailing might not survive rough handling
• Needs a medium size pool for best operation (not a hot tub or bathtub toy)

Recommended Buy

Other than the power issue, it is a great ship that is easy to control. When it comes to sailing difficulty, the HT-2877 RC Warship rates as one of the easiest to control electric toy-grade boats that I have come across. Turns and maneuvers are accomplished without any problems and the control response from the boat is immediate. I'd recommend this awesome beginner boat for ages 10 and up. It's a toy, yes, but adult captains will enjoy it as well.

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