Help Needed: Motorizing the Nordkap model for RC Use

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Hi everyone,
I’ve just received the Billing Boats Nordkap 476 and I’m really excited to get started. Before I begin however, I’d like to plan ahead and get a better understanding of what’s involved in motorizing it for remote control—as this will affect how I approach certain parts of the construction.
I’m relatively new to RC setups and would really appreciate some guidance on what components are needed to make the Nordkap fully operable via remote control. Specifically, I’d like to know:
•    What type of motor would be suitable for this size/model
•    A compatible ESC (electronic speed controller) - reversible?
•    What kind of battery (type, voltage, capacity) would be appropriate
•    Recommendations for a transmitter/receiver combo
•    What servo to use for the rudder
•    I’m also looking to replace the stock propeller and propeller shaft that came with the kit—any advice on aftermarket options that would offer better performance and durability would be great.  I've read robdurant’s build log for the Nordkap and really like the propeller and shaft he got from George Sitek, but they are somewhere in the UK and it would cost me roughly $50.00 for the propeller and shaft, which seems a little excessive (maybe not).

•    Any other essentials like motor mounts and universal couplings, or even sound modules (not essential, but interesting to consider).

 

The model when finished will be roughly 32" in length x 8" beam x 17" in height.

Any advice or links where to purchase the above parts would be incredibly helpful. I’d love to go into this build with a solid plan.

Thanks in advance for your help!