{"product_id":"df-65-without-radio","title":"DF 65 Without Radio","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDragon Force 65 V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RC Sailboat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel No.: 8815V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (DF65V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 650 mm\u003cbr\u003eBeam: 116.5 mm\u003cbr\u003eRig Height: 915 mm\u003cbr\u003eOverall Height: 1338 mm\u003cbr\u003eRTR Total weight: 1200g (Batteries not included)\u003cbr\u003eSail Area (Mainsail): 1460 cm\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSail Area (Jib): 766 cm\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSail Area (Overall): 2226 cm\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHull Material: Molded ABS with painted finish and logo sticker\u003cbr\u003eSupplied in two versions:\u003cbr\u003e(1) RTR version(8815V8) with transmitter \u0026amp; receiver\u003cbr\u003e(2) ARTR version(8815V8A) with no radio gear\u003cbr\u003eRTR version with radio gear (8815V8) requires 4pcs AA batteries for transmitter \u0026amp; 4 pcs AA batteries for receiver  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHAT'S INCLUDED:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully Painted, Moulded ABS Hull\u003cbr\u003e50 micron mylar film racing sails with painted flow stripes and logo\u003cbr\u003eExtruded carbon fiber mast and boom tubes\u003cbr\u003eExtruded aluminum keel with zinc alloy ballast bulb\u003cbr\u003eMetal geared digital rudder servo\u003cbr\u003e2025 New Digital DF Racing sail winch servo for more accurate sail control \u003cbr\u003e2.4GHz Flysky i6 transmitter (RTR version 8815V8 only)\u003cbr\u003e2.4GHz FS-iA6B receiver (RTR version 8815V8 only)\u003cbr\u003eDisplay stand with laydown function (Moulded plastic and glass fibre tubes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eREQUIREMENTS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4pcs of AA Alkaline batteries for Transmitter (Not included)\u003cbr\u003e4pcs of AA Alkaline batteries for Receiver (Not included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMEASUREMENT:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoat Box dimension: 91.2 x 30.4 x 11.6 cm\u003cbr\u003eCarton size: 38 x 32 x 93 cm\u003cbr\u003eGross\/Net weight: 11.7\/10.7 kg\u003cbr\u003eOne Carton: 3 pcs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e information about DF65 racing class,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003evisit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.dfracing.world\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003ewww.dfracing.world\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDF65V8 New Version Changes Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DF International Class Association (DFICA) and the licenced builder, Joysway Hobby International Ltd, are pleased to announce the release of new versions of both DF65 and DF95 classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe changes to apply from 1st February 2025, are the result of feedback from DFICA members and in consultation with the Joysway engineering team to continue to improve the quality and reliability of the boats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fundamental aim of the Class and its Rules is to ensure that all boats are raced on a level performance basis. The Restricted Class Rules means that no changes are allowed to the boats unless specifically allowed and documented in the Rules, or an interpretation has been issued by the DFICA Rules Committee to cover any manufacturing changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe changes will not affect performance of the boats but do improve the build quality for greater enjoyment by owners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDF65V8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e changes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e details and photos refer to below\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAll new parts will be available to retro fit on previous versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1) Digital Winch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– A new digital winch will replace the current grey DF Sail winch. Testing has shown a more consistent performance and end point accuracy.\u003cbr\u003eThe new winch fits the existing DF winch drums and the winch speed is the same as the outgoing model. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic1-2025DigitalwinchservowithreddrumforDF65V8.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2) Power Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– A new mounting plate and a slightly modified servo tray has been produced to allow the switch to be fitted from the top of the tray.\u003cbr\u003eIn previous versions, the tray had to be removed to fit the switch from the underside. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic2-Newmountingplateforpowerswitch.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3) Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Will have better quality stainless steel to reduce potential for rust. (Regular lubrication will still be required for smooth operation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"451\" width=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic3-Betterqualitystainlesssteelbearings.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4) Tray Attachment Screws\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Flat head screws have \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereplaced the countersunk head screws to prevent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecracking around the screw head.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic4-Trayattachmentflatheadscrews.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5) Jib Boom Rear Plug\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– The boom rear plug has been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereplaced with a new plug containing an external hole for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eattaching the Jib Topping Lift.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDF65 Clew Hook\u003c\/strong\u003e – A thicker wire is used for additional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estrength.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"449\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic5-DF65NewJibBoomRearPlugThickerclewhook.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6) DF65 Jib tack Hook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A thicker wire is used for additional strength. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic5-DF65Thickerjibtackhook.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7) Mainsheet Bridle Plate\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- The plate that attaches to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe keel bolt and holds the bridle ring forward has been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estrengthened by increasing the thickness of the plate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic6-DF65MainsheetBridlePlateincreasethickness.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8) Rudder Servo Arm\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– The existing servo arm has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeen replaced by a stronger nylon version. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic7-StrongerRudderServoArm.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9) Mast Deck Sliding Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – The plate has been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslightly increased in size to eliminate any excess \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emovement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMast Deck Slide Plate Bolt and Nut\u003c\/strong\u003e – These have \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeen replaced with 316 stainless steel. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/PIC8-M1.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10) Jib Forestay Wire\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– A better quality stainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eforestay is supplied and has been shortened to allow a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egreater range of adjustment of the forestay bowsie.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic9-BetterqualityJibForestayWire.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11) Jib Luff Sail Eyelets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – These have been moved \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecloser to the jib tack for a smoother sail shape at the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etack.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThinner copper clamps will be replaced on the wire \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eloops to prevent slippage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic10-JibLuffSailEyeletsmoveclosertojibtack.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinch Tension Line Elastic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– Has been replaced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith a better quality product. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"449\" width=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic11-NewWinchTensionLineElastic.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e13) Wire Luff Rings\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– The shape has been improved for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea more secure fitting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"451\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic12-NewWireLuffRingswithmoresecurefitting.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14) Mast Joiner,Mast Stub and Collar\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– The tubes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ediameter have been increased slightly for a better fit in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe mast tube and the collar positioning will be more \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsistant. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/PIC13-1.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15) Deck Hatch Cover Patch\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– Has been redesigned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto allow visibility into the tray and a larger battery hatch \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecover is supplied for the DF65. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic14-NewDF65DeckHatchCoverPatches.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16) Sail Corner Reinforcement Patches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Addition of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esecond layer of patch material for increased corner \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estiffness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic15-SailCornerReinforcementPatchesincreasecornersstiffness.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e17) Metal Rudder Arm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – The hole for the clevis has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeen reduced slightly for a tighter fit removing any slop \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein the linkages. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ueeshop.ly200-cdn.com\/u_file\/UPBB\/UPBB932\/2504\/01\/photo\/Pic16-MetalRudderArmholeforclevisfortighterfit.jpg?x-oss-process=image\/format,webp\/quality,q_100\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DragonParts USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48157836902655,"sku":"8815V8-PNP","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/8237\/0815\/files\/DF65V7PHOTO_c456666e-acf2-4f34-840e-911ecdb3e2e6.jpg?v=1770918310","url":"https:\/\/dragonpartsusa.com\/products\/df-65-without-radio","provider":"DragonParts usa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}