Joysway Dragon Force 65 V8 RC Racing Sailboat 650mm RTR FlySky i6 JW-8815

The Joysway Dragon Force 65 V8 is a 650mm DF65 one-design RC racing sailboat supplied with a FlySky i6 2.4GHz radio system, 50-micron Mylar racing sails, carbon fibre spars and updated V8 digital sail controls for competitive club racing and recreational sailing.

Features

• DF65 V8 Racing Platform: Current-generation Dragon Force 65 developed for the international DF65 restricted one-design racing class
• 2025 V8 Updates: Revised components focus on improved reliability, durability and assembly quality while maintaining parity with earlier DF65 versions
• New Digital Sail Winch: Updated DF Racing digital winch provides improved consistency and end-point accuracy
• Metal-Gear Digital Rudder Servo: Provides precise proportional steering control
• FlySky i6 Radio System: RTR version includes a FlySky i6 2.4GHz transmitter and FS-iA6B receiver
• 50-Micron Mylar Sails: Lightweight racing mainsail and jib feature painted flow stripes and DF65 graphics
• Carbon Fibre Spars: Extruded carbon fibre mast and boom tubes provide a lightweight, rigid sailing rig
• Aluminium Keel: Extruded aluminium keel is paired with a zinc alloy ballast bulb for stability
• Improved Stainless Hardware: V8 uses upgraded stainless steel bearings and selected 316 stainless steel rigging hardware to improve corrosion resistance
• Reinforced Rigging Components: Updated V8 clew hooks, jib tack hook, mainsheet bridle plate, sail corner reinforcement and forestay improve durability
• Improved Rudder Linkage: Stronger servo arm and revised metal rudder arm reduce unwanted play in the steering linkage
• Revised Mast Hardware: Updated mast joiner, mast stub, collar and deck sliding plate improve fit and reduce unwanted movement
• Updated Power Switch Mount: Revised servo tray allows the receiver power switch to be installed and accessed from the top
• Display Stand Included: Moulded stand with glass fibre tubes supports upright or lay-down storage

Specifications

• Brand: Joysway
• Model: Dragon Force 65 V8 / DF65 V8
• Product Type: RC Racing Sailboat
• Class: DF65 Restricted One-Design
• Completion Level: Ready-To-Run / RTR
• Propulsion: Wind / Sail
• Control Functions: Rudder and Sail Trim
• Included Transmitter: FlySky i6 2.4GHz
• Included Receiver: FlySky FS-iA6B
• Rudder Servo: Metal-Gear Digital
• Sail Servo: 2025 DF Racing Digital Sail Winch
• Hull Length: 650mm
• Beam / Width: 116.5mm
• Rig Height: 915mm
• Overall Height: 1338mm
• RTR Weight: Approximately 1200g Excluding Batteries
• Main Sail Area: 1460cm²
• Jib Sail Area: 766cm²
• Total Sail Area: 2226cm²
• Sail Material: 50-Micron Mylar Film
• Hull Material: Moulded ABS with Painted Finish and Graphics
• Mast and Boom Material: Carbon Fibre
• Keel Material: Extruded Aluminium
• Ballast: Zinc Alloy Bulb
• Manufacturer Model Number: 8815V8
• Supplier SKU: JW-8815
• Barcode / EAN: 6949762281798

Includes

• 1 x Joysway Dragon Force 65 V8 Painted ABS Hull
• 1 x 50-Micron Mylar Main Sail
• 1 x 50-Micron Mylar Jib
• 1 x Carbon Fibre Mast and Boom Set
• 1 x Extruded Aluminium Keel with Zinc Alloy Ballast Bulb
• 1 x Metal-Gear Digital Rudder Servo
• 1 x 2025 DF Racing Digital Sail Winch Servo
• 1 x FlySky i6 2.4GHz Transmitter
• 1 x FlySky FS-iA6B Receiver
• 1 x Receiver Battery Box and Power Switch
• 1 x Display Stand with Lay-Down Function
• Rigging and Associated Sailing Hardware

FAQ

Is the Joysway DF65 V8 completely ready to sail out of the box? The RTR version includes the radio equipment and installed servos, but final keel, mast, sail and rigging assembly and adjustment are required before launching.

What batteries are required for the DF65 V8? The FlySky i6 transmitter requires four AA alkaline batteries and the boat's receiver battery box requires another four AA batteries. Eight AA batteries are required in total and are not included.

Is the DF65 V8 650mm or 655mm long? Joysway's current official V8 specification lists the hull length as 650mm. Some retailer headings describe the model as 655mm, but OZRC uses the current manufacturer specification.

What changed from the DF65 V7 to the V8? V8 updates introduced from February 2025 include a more consistent digital sail winch, improved stainless bearings, revised switch mounting, reinforced rigging hardware, improved mast fittings, stronger sail corner reinforcement and tighter rudder linkage components.

Is the V8 faster than earlier DF65 versions? No. The DF International Class Association states that the V8 changes were introduced to improve build quality and reliability without changing the performance level of the restricted one-design class.

Can older DF65 boats use the V8 parts? Yes. The DF International Class Association states that the new V8 components are intended to be available for retrofitting to previous versions, subject to the current class rules.

Can the Dragon Force 65 V8 be raced competitively? Yes. The DF65 is designed specifically around the international restricted one-design racing class. For organised competition, check the current DF65 class rules before modifying the sails, rigging, electronics or other controlled components.

Important Notes

• Requires 8 x AA batteries in total: 4 for the transmitter and 4 for the receiver
• Final mast, keel, sail and rigging assembly is required before first use
• For sanctioned DF65 racing, modifications are restricted by the applicable class rules
• Check rigging adjustment, rudder movement, sail winch operation and hatch sealing before launching
• Stainless steel bearings and moving rigging components still require routine cleaning and lubrication
• Always sail in an area where the boat can be safely retrieved if wind drops, radio control is lost or the yacht becomes disabled