The boat is grey, with black hull, RAF markings and white roofing. Finally, the windows are laser-cut in perspex with matching frames for added realism. $42.74 + $41.02 shipping . is an accurate scale model of an RAF Crash Tender, two of which were built by
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The original deck was painted white and was screwed down. AEROKITS VOSPER HIGH SPEED R.A.F CRASH TENDER BOAT WOODEN MODEL KIT. Sorry to waffle on it just brings back old memories. Well done bro.. . thus passable to have r/c installation and steering servo quite separate . Ended: 30 Jan, 2023 04:37:47 AEDST. RAF Crash Tender including PR802A fittings kit. Only two Vosper 46 foot RAF Crash Tenders (or firefloat Mk. Deck is planked with recess for hatch. You must find it hard in that canvus jacket doing all those fiddly bit's. Price: GBP 85.00. He then bought me a ED Hunter 3.46cc Diesel engine for my Christmas present that year. On orders over 175 (UK Mainland). I am having the original Graupner X50 converted in to 3/16" dog drive and I can sleeve it to 4mm. I have one in a offshore ABS racer and it moves!!!! The contents of the kit showing pre-cut wood parts. The original one's are only white metal I was told and not very good!!! Excl VAT: 31.37, Brushless Motors, Speed Controllers & Batteries. Parts are stamped for quick identification.White metal fittingsAll deck fittings are cast on white metal and are easily cleaned with a Dremel tool, files, wet & dry paper or sponge sanding pads. 6-volt battery operated. A very RARE MODEL VICTORY INDUSTRIES VOSPER RAF ELECTRIC CRASH TENDER (MODEL 195624626065 More Items From eBay UK. Want the latest issue of Model Boats? This example is by a member of the Phoenix Model Boat Club in Surrey. This fine High Speed Vosper R.A.F. But he wasn't happy about building the original kit straight outright. DHL normally advise an estimated delivery slot via SMS or Email notification. It agrees with the other summary from the RAF Museum. All sheeting is also pre-cut. Clamping the gunwale stringers will be difficult as there is no sensible place to locate the other end of the clamp. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Aerokits vintage raf vosper fire crash tender boat from the 60s at the best online prices at eBay! R.A.F. I cant wait to see her on the water performing. hi may i ask what size planking you used on the floors and how did you get the black effect between planks, many thanks colin. I use some on the Sea Hornet and in the Northwind. Your payment information is processed securely. many thanks i will try them and again thanks for all your advice, colin, Hi jaffy, try Cornwall Model boats, there website is superb, hi can you help me i have purchased the 46" vosper, and i have looked every where for the brass nails, i have the brass pins but are no help, can you tell me where in uk i can buy them, i would much appreciate it, i live in australia and ive tried everywhere here, i think your build is out of his world, i only hope mine will look like yours, hoping for reply, colin. Lovely looking example, have a look at Vintage Model Works they still sell the kit & fittings and have some photos of the originals (fullsize) only 2 built which didn't get much use. You just take it easy for a while until you get used to the one you are running. from the slab-sided and none too accurate all plywood kit version of the same
Some of the contents of the Kit Box which weighs in at approximately 8kgs. have not noticed them in your build. Sep 28, 2012 - Deans Marine Started in 1981 when the proprietor Ron Dean had the idea that parts for model ships could be produced on a part time basis to part finance his lifelong hobby of radio controlled model ship building. Please click here. Having spent so much time adding fittings and detail to the removable cabin roofs and hatches the last thing I want is for them to be dislodged and see them sink without trace !
Full set of new decals with a number of these installed. [Other models of Edwin Metcalfe] [other Military Launch Models] Tags: Edwin Metcalfe RAF Crash Tender. Winkelen op rubriek. I am very impressed with your superb work on this kit. I say he I should say my parents both bought them for me. It is in excellent condition ready to be built into a model boat The hull can be viewed by appointment by contacting Ian Fothergill at either e-mail: rnliwhitby@aol.com or by phoning the following number: 07778561169 Price: 25.00. I have just been watching your video again of your Crash Tender on the water. . I know its a Vosper 46' RAF crash/asr/fire float , probably Mark Two. How I envy. A superbly detailed replica of the famous crash tender by Vosper, moulded in high impact polystyrene. This fine High Speed Vosper R.A.F. model-boats.com model-boats.com Page 27. Kindest regards, Dave W , Slec Ltd - Bob-A-Bout Footy Class Yacht Build. First time for the Tender and I was happy with her performance, but not with my photography. Free postage. Price:
RC Boat Radio Controlled Fuel Engine Wooden RAF . I have also followed you build all the way through. The wooden contents of this 1/12th-scale kit are CNC cut from good-quality plywood which ensures accurate slots and more precise fitting of bulkheads and superstructure. Crash Tender makes up into a magnificent model 34.5 in length with a beam of 10 in, thus providing a scale model of truly seaworthy proportions, ideal for radio control installation. This was my fathers and is untouched still in kit form. I have followed this build since the start, and am starting to wonder if or when it's going to hit the water. My usual supply of 5 minute two pack epoxy has stopped stocking it, so looking for a new recommendation. Thanks Robbob. 2 to give it its correct description was re-introduced as an improved all wood kit for the vintage enthusiast. Garage and Service Station Obligatory Signs 1:24 and 1:43. So which one are you in. We welcome well written contributions from Website members on almost any aspect of Model Boating with a particular emphasis on practical hints, tips, experience and builds. Tenders.
Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. It was a burning of the boats. Virtually no roll at all, it's as if they are glued to the waters surface. Crash Tender makes up into a magnificent model 34.5 in length with a beam of 10 in, thus providing a scale model of truly seaworthy proportions, ideal for radio control installation. Fuel consumption at top speed was nearly 48 gallons per hour. Utterly beautiful Robbob. The Vintage Model Boat range are now being produced by SLEC Ltd. All our kits come with all parts cut by CNC router or laser,plus all the necessary strip wood is included, along with building instructions and plan. I still have a 34 and a 46 inch still new in boxes. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. The bearings in the drive line are shot, so a mate is making a set and resizing to . Nice way to make hoses ! Vosper Type ASRL Semi-Scale - Plastic Boat Set by Sarik Hobbies. Ww2 boat engine. Will that be part three? RAF Crash Tender Model Boat. Since completing this model have started work on a new boat and I promised those following my Crash Tender build blog that I would post an update here. sheeting is also pre-cut. RC Scale Boating - Aerokits RAF fire boat/crash tender - I have an old aerokits crash tender, 34 version. Shipbuilder's plans, so it has all the elegant flared hull sections and
Accurate CNC computer cutting ensures good fits of components. It is not known what happened to the two craft after this date. The other thing that's slowing things down is my 5 year old grandson who wants a boat as well so I'm building a Freeman 22 alongside my crash tender. A blue boxed battery-powered twin-screw model RAF rescue tender boat, with original box and instruction sheet. A full new kit was sold here last week for $470 AU, original bought in 2011 for $600 AU. The Graupner 900 motor bolted to the supplied adjustable motor mount. Totally AWESOME. Thank you. . The weight of the Vosper will test it out. Fuel consumption at top speed was nearly 48 gallons per hour. Made by Victory Industries Ltd in collaboration with Vosper Ltd, Portsmouth, circa 1954. 3 sets , that's 150 clips if my geography serves me well. The RAF had the advantage of radar and the further advantage of a key to the Nazi codes. A very neat well built 'firefloat', just one point,are you fitting the fuel filler caps? Firefloat No. Haha. Hi,This is my first boat build of 2018, it took 9 days to build! Thanks you for your generous words kind sir. It is thus passable to have r/c installation and steering servo quite separate from the central cabin engine room. Superb finish and strengthener I guess. Thanks for the link to the clips, I've ordered 3 sets, I like a bit of stock, Thought so! Could you announce in this blog, so I dont miss it. Oh the joy of retirement! Price - 1960`s Victory Industries Vosper RAF Crash Tender Boat Model In Box. Seller: lesroinf5km5 (1,445) 0%, Location: Poole Dorset , GB, Ships to: GB & many other countries, Item: 183637732728 The Vosper RAF Crash Tender Kit 46 . The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. (Quote from the P.E.P. Bulkheads are 6mm ply with skins of 1.5mm forming a strong hull. . You can find out more here. RC BOAT RADIO Controlled Fuel Engine Wooden RAF Crash Tender KeilKraft Aerokits - 85.00. This example constructed by Grahame Palmer of the Phoenix MBC Surrey, Prototype No. Excl VAT: 14.58, 25.50 Thats the great thing about this site- we all share, we all win. Dont seem big enough the whole front end - keel + breast hook are glued and screwed, this seems the likeliest place for damage and needs to be sturdy. I am nearing the end of building a model of the 36 inch version of the KielKraft RAF Crash Tender, from the original plans, and need the deck fittings for the craft. The hoses, along with every other aspect of the build are really good. Is your new Fire boat the big one 46" or the smaller 34" ? Sign up to our Newsletter or Special Offers, Distributors of Model Boats for our overseas readers, Make your own contribution to the Website. It wasn't as well detailed as yours. A powerful electric motor drives twin screws, incorporating forward and reverse. Free shipping for many products! RAF Crash Tender This fine High Speed Vosper R.A.F. Sorry Colin, my 2nd comment should have revealed that this was a bit of fun and I have not actually finished the 46 boat yet. All. Sign up to Model Boats Newsletters
Description. RAF Crash Tender, model: Edwin Metcalfe. The other five that we built he actually gave away to friends and one even went to the milkman. Its been a while since the boat had its maiden voyage on the lake at St. Albans and Im pleased to report that it looks really good in the water and goes like stink if you open up the throttle.