{"product_id":"boatman-actor-mk4-v5-basic-bait-boat","title":"Boatman Actor MK5 Basic + New Rear Bucket Hopper","description":"\u003cp\u003e⚠️ Before ordering, please read our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/boatman-distribution\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoatman Distribution Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for territory restrictions and shipping limitations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActor MK5 with the New Custom Rear Bucket Hopper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Boatman Actor M5 (Mark 5) bait boat is a popular, budget-friendly model known for its reliability, featuring a central hopper and a smaller rear hopper, normally with a fixed hatch. This has been upgraded with the new factory fitted \u003cstrong\u003etilting or \"bucket\" rear hopper\u003c\/strong\u003e for more versatility in bait delivery and hook release, allowing independent control for different presentations. This \"new\" rear hopper system offers better bait management and a dedicated hook guard release, making the simple Actor M5 a more advanced tool for carp anglers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features of Actor MK5 Bait Boat -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic \u0026amp; Reliable:\u003c\/strong\u003e A simple, entry-level bait boat great for beginners with basic remote functions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHopper Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically around 1kg in the center and 500g in the rear (before upgrades).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLEDs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front white, rear red LEDs for night use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with a 5Ah battery (2.5 hrs use) but can take a 10Ah for longer life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"New Rear Hopper\" Upgrade -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Converts the standard fixed rear hatch into a tilting or bomb bay style door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows for bait and hooklink to be released separately, or together, allowing for better bait spreading and improved bait presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow it Works:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rear Bucket Hopper servo\/motor system allows the door to open and drop bait\/hooklink precisely where needed, often at the same time as the main hopper, providing more control than the manual latch on the standard model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNight-time -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Actor is equipped with front and rear LED lights for night operation. They are recessed into the top of the boat to avoid shining directly on the water. Nevertheless they illuminate possible obstacles. The front LED is white and the rear LEDs are red, so you can always see in which direction the boat is pointing. There is an LED switch to turn off the LEDs during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery and Extended use -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe supplied 5AH rechargeable battery is capable of providing up to 2.5 hours use. This corresponds to using the boat e.g. 100 x 50m back and forth. If this is not enough, there is an easily accessible battery cover, which allows you to replace the battery with a new one quickly. The 230V charger is easy to use and is included. The MK4 battery gives you the option to charge the remote control or even your mobile phone (USB lead needs to be purchased).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eA 10AH battery can be purchased separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow voltage warning -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is an indicator on the top of the fuselage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet drive system -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe engines and the propeller are optimized to keep noise levels as low as possible so as not to disturb the fish. Each propeller is surrounded by a large guard to prevent the intake of grass or other debris that could impede the propellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy maintenance -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Actor was developed with a modular design in mind. 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