The model boat rudder i was making in this write-up is quite small to fit the 17-inch (appx. 430mm) lindberg trawler. i see no reason this exact same method could not be scaled up to model boats twice the size if that's what you need.. Here is a typical linkage for an rc boat rudder installed in a model boat. for high performance sailing yachts and power boats, i'd recommend using ball links in all link joints. ball links are commonly used by the rc airplane and helicopter community and also in rc car and buggy.. Designing a system for a rudder is often difficult in model boats. using a research from attending the wooden festival of boats in sydney 2016. i modelled a design similar to the functionality of the large version of a couta fishing vessel..
Brass model boat rudder with tiller arm. model boat brass rudders with tiller arms for rc model boats. micro brass rudder. sizes; overall length 850mm, brass fin 33mm long, 25mm wide at the top, botto.... When the rudder is deflected through 45