Scratch built on a modified GRP hull, finished building her at the start of this year, powered by two 385 electric motors. Sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool Stourbridge
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Scratch built on a modified GRP hull, finished building her at the start of this year, powered by two 385 electric motors. Sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool Stourbridge
1/50 scale scratch built model on a GRP hull. Powered by one electric geared motor and chain driven drive to paddles. Sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool, Stourbridge.
Built her ten years ago over a period of 5 years
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1/50 scale scratch built model on a GRP hull. Powered by one electric geared motor and chain driven drive to paddles. Sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool, Stourbridge.
Built her ten years ago over a period of 5 years
Scratch built in 1/16 scale in 2016 on a modified GRP hull. Powered by one 385 electric motor. Sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool, Stourbridge.
Though built in the 1950's this boat is still in use on the Norfolk Broads and can be hired out.
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Scratch built in 1/16 scale in 2016 on a modified GRP hull. Powered by one 385 electric motor. Sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool, Stourbridge.
Though built in the 1950's this boat is still in use on the Norfolk Broads and can be hired out.
Isle Of Man Ferry TSS Manxman Scratch built in 1/87 scale in 2016 on a GRP hull. Powered by two 385 electric motors. Sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool, Stourbridge
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Isle Of Man Ferry TSS Manxman Scratch built in 1/87 scale in 2016 on a GRP hull. Powered by two 385 electric motors. Sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool, Stourbridge
As I am retired she only took about 10 months to build and is based on a "Models By Design" GRP hull. The rest of the model is scratch built. You can view her sea trials and more details on you tube.
As I am retired she only took about 10 months to build and is based on a "Models By Design" GRP hull. The rest of the model is scratch built. You can view her sea trials and more details on you tube.
Scratch Built 1:32 scale Dover Harbour Board Tug, DHB Doughty.
The main hull is a standard Damen hull purchased from Mobile Marine Models, see their website for Portgarth.
the hull is fitted with 2 x T12 Motors for the main propulsion,2 x 60 degree kort nozzles for steering, with 2 x purpose made brass props.
Also fitted is a 12v Graupner water pump for the working fire monitor and Fwd spray bar, 2 x Mtronks 15 amp ESC's, Futaba steering servo and Futaba 40 MHz Receiver.
Approx Dimensions including fendering Loa 41" Beam 14"
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Scratch Built 1:32 scale Dover Harbour Board Tug, DHB Doughty.
The main hull is a standard Damen hull purchased from Mobile Marine Models, see their website for Portgarth.
the hull is fitted with 2 x T12 Motors for the main propulsion,2 x 60 degree kort nozzles for steering, with 2 x purpose made brass props.
Also fitted is a 12v Graupner water pump for the working fire monitor and Fwd spray bar, 2 x Mtronks 15 amp ESC's, Futaba steering servo and Futaba 40 MHz Receiver.
Approx Dimensions including fendering Loa 41" Beam 14"
Scratch built in 2015 on a GRP hull. Built as seen in 2013. Powered by two 385 electric motors. Sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool, Stourbridge
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1/128 Scratch Built on a GRP hull. Built her 20 Years ago and sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool, Stourbridge.
Powered by four 385 electric motors
{"text":"1/128 Scratch Built on a GRP hull. Built her 20 Years ago and sail her on Mary Stevens Park Pool, Stourbridge.\nPowered by four 385 electric motors","subject":"HMS Sussex","media":[{"id":"1482595217","name":"1482595217.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1482595217/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1482595217/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1482595258","name":"1482595258.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1482595258/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1482595258/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1482595375","name":"1482595375.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1482595375/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1482595375/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1482595668","name":"1482595668.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1482595668/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1482595668/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Looks great 👍 Same scale as my Belfast and Graf Spee. Shame we can't re-enact the Battle of the River Plate! I live in Munich.
If you ever come to Bavaria .... Cheers, Doug 😎
Looks great 👍 Same scale as my Belfast and Graf Spee. Shame we can't re-enact the Battle of the River Plate! I live in Munich.
If you ever come to Bavaria .... Cheers, Doug 😎[{"id":"1487968511","name":"1487968511.jpg","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1487968511\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1487968511\/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1487970445","name":"1487970445.jpg","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1487970445\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1487970445\/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}]
Hi MBW,s Tinplate clockwork torpedo/submarine propulsion is twin coaxial contra rotating props totally scratch built handmade. its about half way through the build at the moment just doing the clockwork ballast timer and compressed air system. Cant wait to chuck it in the oggin.
{"text":"Hi MBW,s Tinplate clockwork torpedo/submarine propulsion is twin coaxial contra rotating props totally scratch built handmade. its about half way through the build at the moment just doing the clockwork ballast timer and compressed air system. Cant wait to chuck it in the oggin.","subject":"U35 clockwork submarine","media":[{"id":"1481293097","name":"1481293097.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1481293097/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1481293097/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1481293153","name":"1481293153.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1481293153/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1481293153/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Hi MBW,s Tinplate clockwork torpedo/submarine propulsion is twin coaxial contra rotating props totally scratch built handmade. its about half way through the build at the moment just doing the clockwork ballast timer and compressed air system. Cant wait to chuck it in the oggin.
U35... Finally done! 2 Months this one took! 3 Ballast Tanks Clockwork Timer for the compressed air system clockwork motor for the coaxial contra rotating tandem props. Maximum time on the bottom 1 hour. clockwork tinplate submarines are great fun!
U35... Finally done! 2 Months this one took! 3 Ballast Tanks Clockwork Timer for the compressed air system clockwork motor for the coaxial contra rotating tandem props. Maximum time on the bottom 1 hour. clockwork tinplate submarines are great fun![{"id":"1484949990","name":"1484949990.jpg","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1484949990\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1484949990\/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1484950142","name":"1484950142.jpg","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1484950142\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1484950142\/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1484950126","name":"1484950126.jpg","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1484950126\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1484950126\/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1484950174","name":"1484950174.jpg","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1484950174\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/1484950174\/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}]
I scratch-built this lot, and it includes some major navy units as at Gibralter 1943, Force H.
{"text":"I scratch-built this lot, and it includes some major navy units as at Gibralter 1943, Force H.","subject":"photo taken of my collection 20 odd years ago","media":[{"id":"1477263657","name":"1477263657.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1477263657/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1477263657/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Scratch built IOM; including sails. Had to have a go after seeing one that a club member built. Made mostly from cedar venetian blinds. Sails well, I'm just not too good racing it but occasionally get reasonable placing.
{"text":"Scratch built IOM; including sails. Had to have a go after seeing one that a club member built. Made mostly from cedar venetian blinds. Sails well, I'm just not too good racing it but occasionally get reasonable placing.","subject":"Mei Lai","media":[{"id":"1476025449","name":"1476025449.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1476025449/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1476025449/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1476025463","name":"1476025463.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1476025463/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1476025463/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Scratch built IOM; including sails. Had to have a go after seeing one that a club member built. Made mostly from cedar venetian blinds. Sails well, I'm just not too good racing it but occasionally get reasonable placing.
This is my replica model of the Sirius Star designed by Max Coote of Ripmax, around 1954.
I found the drawings on the internet, and built the model from scratch. The boat is 41" and I have fitted an electric motor taken from a childs ride on car, 50 amp Chinese controller, 50mm prop, and 12 volt 7 amp lead acid battery.
It also has a Murco diesel fitted in the wheel house to give the boat a 50's appearance!
Sea trials soon!
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This is my replica model of the Sirius Star designed by Max Coote of Ripmax, around 1954.
I found the drawings on the internet, and built the model from scratch. The boat is 41" and I have fitted an electric motor taken from a childs ride on car, 50 amp Chinese controller, 50mm prop, and 12 volt 7 amp lead acid battery.
It also has a Murco diesel fitted in the wheel house to give the boat a 50's appearance!
Sea trials soon!
I guess this is a working vessel?? I wanted something for my TID to tow and after a bit of searching I found a plan for an old Ezi Bild Kit on line and got it enlarged and this is the result.
It takes about 15-20kg of ballast but it tows well.
Here are a couple of pictures one on its maiden "tow"
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I guess this is a working vessel?? I wanted something for my TID to tow and after a bit of searching I found a plan for an old Ezi Bild Kit on line and got it enlarged and this is the result.
It takes about 15-20kg of ballast but it tows well.
Here are a couple of pictures one on its maiden "tow"
I remember when they used to race them! They had two men stood at the sharp end with huge sweeps to row them along near Tower Bridge. River men used to be a different breed.
Roger
I remember when they used to race them! They had two men stood at the sharp end with huge sweeps to row them along near Tower Bridge. River men used to be a different breed.
Roger
As a lad I used to see this type of barge in use all the time which I why I wanted to make one.
There are a few still in use but no "Lightermen" to row them about anymore since the passing of the East End Docks
As a lad I used to see this type of barge in use all the time which I why I wanted to make one.
There are a few still in use but no "Lightermen" to row them about anymore since the passing of the East End Docks
