Yes, it is true. Motors are available for LEGO® boats. I finally found a hobby store that new exactly what I was looking for. I should add that I found these motors 7(?) years ago in a hobby shop while vacationing in Florida. I have no idea where I would get them now... sorry.

The motors I bought are Mabuchi S-1 Motors. Also called Submarine Motors. I think the part number is M2696102 (this is the only number on the box).

The motors work great. I was somewhat surprised because the motors are quite small, and they only use one AA battery. Good luck finding a pool!

	Since the fire boat is so long, three motors can be attached to its keel. However, in the picture to the left there is only one motor.
	This is the motor. Click here for a small image (20 K) or a larger image (64 K).
	LEGO® designed their old and their new boats to work with these motors.