raf crash tender model boat
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SOLID-BRASS-PANEL-PINS-15mm-20mm-25mm-30mm-40mm-CHOOSE, http://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/cgi-bin/ss000029.pl?TB=A&GB=&SS=brass%20pins, http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/50Pcs-Spring-Clip-Fuel-Line-Hose-Water-Pipe-Air-Tube-C. . I am very impressed with your superb work on this kit. 4 Blade propellers are mostly used by heavy work-boats. Self Adhesive Vinyl Sheet. Le migliori offerte per RC Barca Motore Carburante Radiocomandato Legno RAF Crash Tender KeilKraft Aerokit sono su eBay Confronta prezzi e caratteristiche di prodotti nuovi e usati Molti articoli con consegna gratis! I think they used to charge something like a shilling each time it was done. Pmdevlin you could donate yours to a caring amateur like me . Forward and central cabin tops lift off for access, as the rear cockpit floor. RC Scale Boating - Aerokits RAF fire boat/crash tender - I have an old aerokits crash tender, 34 version. 1 bid. Near completion prior to paint finish with additional detailing by Rob Briancourt St. Albans & District Model Engineering Society. And so were the many hundreds of . But he wasn't happy about building the original kit straight outright. The remaining hose fittings are the male & female connectors and fortunately require nothing more than drilling to take the four short brass turning handles which were soft soldered in place and then filed to length. The boats did not need a building board, and accurate alignment was simple to achieve. I just love the way these hulls sit on the water. The 34" boat, I burnt out the motor some how so fitted a brushless + 2S Lipo. 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. Nice way to make hoses ! Forward and central cabin tops lift off for access, as the rear cockpit floor. I build a scratch built boat model generally over two winters. What a brilliant bit of work. By using this website you agree to our use of cookies. As our first ever build, he brought home broken down tea chests . In 2003 after many modellers had expressed an interest in this popular design, the Vosper RAF Crash Tender or 46 Firefloat Mk. 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. Vintage Victory Industries model Vosper R.A.F electric crash tender boat + box, 20.00. I look forward to receiving your suggestions. Price - 1960`s Victory Industries Vosper RAF Crash Tender Boat Model In Box. No. This will help prove all the frames correct height port & starboard before I commit to glueing. He then bought me a ED Hunter 3.46cc Diesel engine for my Christmas present that year. Full set of new decals with a number of these installed. Summer is for real boats! A sort of n00b here. I have a 46" to refurbish and have scaled one down and built a 28" in Balsa wood. Looks like a removal of the roof and fix the mast up. I'll leave it there. Hi Rob, thank goodness these changes/modifications have come before I get to that stage so I can incorporate them in mine. Require good close up pictures of the anchor, mast and the foam tubes and fittings please. Please see below for shipping charges. His own label says 1952, i had a friend look over it who has built a lot of models and he . was 46 foot Firefloat Mk 2'. The Vosper RAF Crash Tender - Perhaps Victory's most popular model and certainly their most enduring. Select PayPal Credit to have the option to pay over time. Having dry fitted all the frames to the keel and measured for alignment, I was nervous that a mm out anywhere could accumulate errors, so I decided to steam and bend the gunwhale stringers and dry fit them as well. what does cardiac silhouette is unremarkable mean / fresh sage cologne slopes of southern italy / vickers warwick crash site. I have just built the fire tender raf and I did have pictures up but they seem to have vanished but I will send some pictures of the fire tender, and the Wattle both scratch built I acquired the fire tender kit from Marky but remade it all in balsa and thin ply kept the patterns for future ref. Free delivery for many products! 0 bids. (The reason for me joining this Forum). (Length 16 1/4 ins. Very impressive, you should be very proud of your work! 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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. Close. 93 was delivered to the RAF Marine Craft Section based at Calshot on Southampton Water in approximately March 1952, it appears to have spent most of its life in storage probably because the Sunderland Flying Boats were being withdrawn from service during this period and its role therefore became redundant. With the right combination of motor, speed controller, batteries and prop, the large Crash Tender will perform at speed for about 30 minutes. Some of the contents of the Kit Box which weighs in at approximately 8kgs. It has a brushed motor in there but no other electronics. Hi Rob, it's just really like riding a bike ( excuse the pun ) but once you get it out there on the water you soon remember. sexy heavyweight champion Angel. The Scorpion brushless motor installed in a model built from the kit. Edwardian Steam Launch - 18" Return to Home. Thats the great thing about this site- we all share, we all win. Kindest regards, Dave W , Slec Ltd - Bob-A-Bout Footy Class Yacht Build. Looks great on the water. Yup. One final note which I have noticed with other RAF vessels in model form, the roundel on the bow of a crash tender should not have the yellow outer ring, the yellow ring signifies an air sea rescue boat in the RAF air sea recue . it's wonderful that the asylum has these facilities, and modelling is such good therapy . Sorry to waffle on it just brings back old memories. If you would like to know how we handle complaints, please click, . In preparation for the first public showing of my boat I have made a new display stand that looks a bit prettier than the first one I made. The hard chine construction method is straghtforward. I cannot wait to see what you put out for part two of this hose. Then just ask one of our many thousands of satisfied customers, both here in the UK and overseas. is an accurate scale model of an RAF Crash Tender, two of which were built by Superb Vintage "JOFFRE Tug Boat" R/C Model Boat, ( Quality Restoration Project ) $161.24 + $54.05 shipping . RAF Crash Tender; model: Greg Reid. The kit parts are cut using our laser cutting technology, that not only gives very accurate and precise cut parts, that fit together without any sanding but also details like planking on the decks and the cabin roof . Vintage Model Works 46" RAF Crash Tender: by robbob (Admiral) . Price: 4.99 . Voer uw trefwoord in Uitgebreid zoeken: Hulp en contact; Huidige taal Nederlands Nederlands. Will that be part three? 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. For sale is a Vintage Model of an Early Vosper RAF Crash Tender it is made of wood construction and finished to a good standard it requires a motor of some type it has been in storage for some years it's length is 89cm width 28cm it has a Rudder Prop. This page was last modified on 11 July 2019, at 12:42. London SW20 9HN. I have managed to keep the weight down to 3.5kg by means of careful wood selection. Which glue do you use. This will be a useful practice for when the 46 . A crew of five was intended in service, construction was wood, hard chine, plywood frames and double diagonal planking. I had previously assembled and primed the anchor, having added a little additional detail to the white metal castings, as described in a previous blog update. My build is coming on OK but the detailing takes such a long time to get it to the right standard, but this is the enjoyable part of modelling for me. 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. 2) of this type were produced by Vospers. Phone us on01903 207 525or use ourContact Form. There are crash tenders listed regularly and also other aerokit boats like the sea commander, PT boat, sea queen, solent and waveny lifeboats. Sorry to be nosey. . Click & Collect. Whatever your age or experience level, youll be able to find something to pique your interest at Hobbies. . 93 was struck off charge in July 1958 and disposed of. The main power units for the craft were provided by two Meteorite 8-cylinder petrol marine engines of 375 bhp at 2400 rpm, this gave a top speed of 28.4 knots. 4 1.5 V. Ever-Ready U11 or equivalent (not included). Accurate CNC computer cutting ensures good fits of components. On orders over 175 (UK Mainland). It wasn't as well detailed as yours. You just take it easy for a while until you get used to the one you are running. When Tim O'Hara's plane is hijacked and forced to crash land in the middle of the Andes, his troubles are only beginning. The whole of the floor can also be removed for access. Ah, but the boats were French. Comes complete with the additional metal fitting set. 3.36. FOR SALE! 93 moored at PortsmouthBRIEF HISTORY OF FULL-SIZE CRAFTOnly two Vosper 46 foot RAF Crash Tenders (or firefloat Mk. I do have a couple more questions, first is what motor is in her and second is she going full throttle on the water or not. The Royal Navy was by any measure the superior of the Kriegsmarine, and Nazi surface vessels never left port without exposing themselves to extreme hazard. A full sheet of the correctly sized and design transfers is included which adds to the final finish of the model. Sadly I never got to have radio control in it. the detail you have put in on this build. What's next Rob?. It is thus passable to have r/c installation and steering servo quite separate from the central cabin engine room. The model can be powered by a 7.2 volts standard buggy battery pack or ic power of 2.5 - 3.5cc engines which is not in the kit, we have not included any running fittings as we feel a lot of modelers will have or would like to choose for themselves. Ace designer Phil Smith introduced the popular smaller 26 version for Veron in 1951/1952. A very RARE MODEL VICTORY INDUSTRIES VOSPER RAF ELECTRIC CRASH TENDER (MODEL 195624626065 I find it hard to do move about in mine. I have just been watching your video again of your Crash Tender on the water. Perhaps time to do something similar then?. The kit, see below, includes plans and detailed building instructions and colour scheme to be used.Further, there is a clever adjustable bulkhead to enable easy alignment of the motor installation. I talked with the builder/ owner, Rob, who has extensively posted on here his build blog ( and very useful reading it has been!) Ww2 boat engine. 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. 4.50 postage. The lines of the Vosper design are good from all angles. So as the first one went together and it seemed to go well then the Aerokits one followed on. I was weird as we went on to build another five in all. Socit en Commandite par Actions Registered Office: 22-24 Boulevard Royal L-2449, Luxembourg). Frames should be painted in silver or aluminium colour for realism. I know these work well on 40 to 50 2 blade prop. Ending Today at 2:36PM GMT 1h 29m. I know you said you have a wizard behind the scene's, ( your brother I believe ) but you have drawn up the plans and sent him. A Superb range of 4 Blade, Fabricated Brass Model BoatPropellers. The box is a little worse for the wear but all the wooden parts are in good shape Includes Stuffing tube Stainless steel shaft and a strut also both dumas drive dogs & coupler. RAF CRASH TENDER. Hope someone posts some nice close up pictures for me. Zap z poxy is what its called - Im using 30 m glue for the hull as 5 m wouldnt allow enough time to get everything clamped. Classic Model Designs from the 1940s, 1950s & 1960s. 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. , So Ive made some progress today, glueing the bulkheads in place. RAF Crash Tender, model: Edwin Metcalfe. Itll be set by tomorrow . She is powered by two Graupner Speed 600 ECO motors which produced a . This will be a useful practice for when the 46 boat needs doing. 11mm holes are for cable runs. I found on YOUTUBE a video of this model posted by Martin. 268 Cannon Hill Lane My usual supply of 5 minute two pack epoxy has stopped stocking it, so looking for a new recommendation. Excl VAT: 7.65, 11.82 Is your new Fire boat the big one 46" or the smaller 34" ? Fuel consumption at top speed was nearly 48 gallons per hour. The Hobbyking 10mm square magnets(magnet to magnet) work well and are very cheap. It is thus passable to have r/c installation and steering servo quite separate from the central cabin engine room. Just in case! Tenders. I wish! Secure the hatches and raise the flags ! is a brief history (link below). from the slab-sided and none too accurate all plywood kit version of the same To repeat RNinMunich, is it hammerite? Eligibility determined at checkout. Excl VAT: 29.17, 7.75 Well see how all this comes out and adjust for the 46 boat in due course. 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. The weight of the Vosper will test it out. Some of them are almost vertical seriously tho Im a bit pedantic about keeping both sides of the boat at the same height so clamped all the bulkheads as I glued and adjusted as necessary. Only a very limited amount of time is available for editing contributions into a suitable format for placing on the website so it is important that the material is well presented, lucid and free from obvious spelling errors. Seller - 16,429+ items sold. Large Scale 1" to 1 Length 46" Plan view of partsThe contents of the kit showing pre-cut wood parts. Excl VAT: 5.25, 17.50 Price: GBP 85.00. He used an "egg-box" technique, sliding the bulkheads onto slots in the superstructure which acted as a jig. Thank you. 9" x 4mm Prop Shaft 8mm Diameter - PR830I, 2 Bladed 40mm Propeller with M4 Thread - PR834A, 35.00 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. Thanks Robbob. The boat is grey, with black hull, RAF markings and white roofing. I cant find a single picture of the original boat!! Please note: Orders to surcharge areas may incur an additional cost if a parcel is oversized, overweight or contains flammable goods. I like the 1/24th scale mini version by Deans Marine and in their sales info. The foam tanks need to be removable to get at the screws to lift the deck (access to rudders &servo) heres where we are up to. We believe model making is not just a pastime, but also an experience to share with friends, siblings, children and grandchildren. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. We pride ourselves on our worldwide reputation for high quality customer service and we are always happy to provide help and support, from advice with choosing what product to buy to after sales support, such as guidance with the building process of a model kit. Vosper RAF Crash Tender Model Boat Victory Industries Ltd Spares Or Repairs. Goes very fast! This all started about 15 months ago, when I saw a completed model at Alexandra Palace model engineering exhibition. The boat is grey, with black hull, RAF markings and white roofing. A Crossley FWD Type 4X4 Crash Tender which carried 300 Gallons (1,350 Litres) of Water, (28 Litres) of Foam Compound and 4 60Ib CO2 cylinders. A range of kits designed by Les Rowe, in the early 1950/60s. It agrees with the other summary from the RAF Museum. Vosper 46ft RAF Crash Tender . ProductID: 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. RAF Crash Tender (46) by Vintage Model Works. This is an accurate scale model of an RAF Crash Tender, two of which were built by Vosper for the Royal Air Force in the early 1950s, where their official title was '46 foot Firefloat Mk 2'. RC Model Vehicles & Kits | eBay! More powerful and smaller than the Graupner 900. The scale drawing for this model Well done bro.. 0% negative feedback. This example constructed by Grahame Palmer of the Phoenix MBC Surrey, Prototype No. et Cie, S.C.A. Winkelen op rubriek. Doorgaan naar hoofdinhoud. I have also followed you build all the way through. 6-volt battery operated. The hoses, along with every other aspect of the build are really good. The hose I have is a bit of corrugated plastic probably from Lego. By using this website you agree to our use of cookies. I just love your Build such detail. Clamping the gunwale stringers will be difficult as there is no sensible place to locate the other end of the clamp. Refresh your browser window to try again. Shop by category. http://www.rafboats.co.uk/. To access our initial disclosure document, please click, Get the item you ordered or your money back. Distributed by Keil Kraft, these boats were probably the most widely sold of . Fitted the cabin sides, using marks to ensure they were fully seated to the bulkheads. Want the latest issue of Model Boats? It very well built, minus motor, radio, servo and battery. Glow powered boats always took a 'hammering'. The model on the stand showing further detail. Is there a mast yet. Winkelen op rubriek. 2 to give it its correct description was re-introduced as an improved all wood kit for the vintage enthusiast. this builds a beautiful model. Cresta Tamar Lifeboat - 12" Otter Mermaid Neptune Alma Scow - 12" Black Rose Pirate Ship - 26" Beaver Tug - 12" Original plans: 50+ range: Thames Lighter - 16" Sea Princess - 23" Elco PT Boat - 20" OSA-1 Missile Boat - 32" . You must find it hard in that canvus jacket doing all those fiddly bit's. It may well bring nostalgic memories to senior modellers and it will also appeal to anyone who enjoys building with traditional materials. on: August 05, 2020, 12:05:54 pm . One of the motors I am thinking of installing(3648-1450kv) is a little over 2HP @ 16000 on 3S Lipo or 21,460 on 4S. We may receive commission if your application for credit is successful, the commission does not affect the amount you will pay under your agreement. RC Boat Radio Controlled Fuel Engine Wooden RAF Crash Tender KeilKraft Aerokits. So I made a widget that locates into the slot in the breast hook and provides a parallel surface well see when we get to glueing! Im replacing it with a planked deck, some removable foam tanks, hose & deck hatch with brass handles. $42.74 + $41.02 shipping . Well Robbob, congratulations on whetting your baby's head, sorry, it's perfect botty . I am familiar with RC stuff as I do a lot of modern electric cars - I have a decent Futaba transmitter (4pm) and I . Click below to begin your paid subscription. UK mainland orders will be delivered by either Royal Mail or DHL. (Quote from the P.E.P. Price: 13 . . The final finish is applied with car acrylic paints, the total number of individual fittings is 56, as below. any way there's enough builders on here that have experienced everything you will come across in this build, so if in doubt give them a shout. There were only two vosper crash tenders ever built were numbered 93 and 94, and these numbers were painted white. Good idea as it's also very easy to keep clean - repels virtually everything and anything , Obvious when you think of it. The attention to detail was superb. I've just signed up to your blog - never stop learning. The main power units for the craft were provided by two Meteorite 8-cylinder petrol marine engines of 375 bhp at 2400 rpm, this gave a top speed of 28.4 knots. Only two Vosper 46 foot RAF Crash Tenders (or firefloat Mk. This enables easier alignment of the motor to the propshaft. Model Boat Motors, Propellers & Prop Shafts, Plastic Model Car Kits & Other Vehicle Kits, Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, Order before 2pm for Next Working Day Delivery, Aeronaut 1/20 Kalle 2 Harbour Tug Model Kit, Caldercraft 1/32 Scale Marie Felling Double Screw Harbour Tug Model Ship Kit, 1/8 Scale Fairey Huntress with Fittings Kit. . Looking forward to seeing the fully finished Crash Tender and video of her on the water. Excl VAT: 9.85, 5.94 Raf launches - model dockyard, Vosper r.a.f 73ft rescue launch: 1:24 scale detailed drawings, hull length 36in of ww2 r.a.f air sea rescue craft. I have one in a offshore ABS racer and it moves!!!! Utterly beautiful Robbob. A separate smaller Ford V8 engine was used to operate the two foam/water monitors and a smaller JAP engine for the bilge pumps. Oct 11, 2016 - RAF MK.9 airfield crash tenders (models) Thorneycroft Nubian Major, 16 litre Cummins V8 naturally aspirated. RAF Crash Tender Fire monitors 3D printed to allow water to pass through 2 included in sale Skip to main content. Excl VAT: 21.25, 37.64 99. The anchor looks to be about 50 to 60mm, I may make my own. 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! I am having the original Graupner X50 converted in to 3/16" dog drive and I can sleeve it to 4mm. This larger version has been built and tested by independent modellers and has proven to be more realistic, particularly on the water and has a lively performance when fitted with the recommended brushless motor. This kit has been modernized to make construction easy, full building instructions are included and comes with window overlays and screen. Hopefully will glue bulkheads later today once dads taxi shift is over. 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. Fire Trucks. Details about RAF Crash Tender Model Boat. , very good !. Vosper for the Royal Air Force in the early 1950s, where their official title The Vosper RAF Crash Tender Kit 46 In 2003 . Ended: 18 Sep, 2022 06:50:39 BST. sheeting is also pre-cut. I love boxes! Totally AWESOME. Condition: Used. After Victory shut down in 1969, Wrenn bought the stocks and tooling for the two popular "Vosper" boats in the range and continued production, with Rovex Tri-ang as distributor. 139 forum posts. RC Boot Funkgesteuerter Kraftstoffmotor Holz RAF Crash Tender KeilKraft Aerokits | Toys & Games, Radio Control & RC Toys, RC Model Vehicles & Kits | eBay! Free postage. The kit parts are cut using our laser cutting technology, that not only gives very accurate and precise cut parts, that fit together without any sanding but also details like planking on the decks and the cabin roof . The similar pose of the model is evident. has been copied largely from old Vosper drawings and other contemporary 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. Winning bid: 23.75 [ 3 bids] Postage: . have not noticed them in your build. fantastic finish. Extra realistic detail is applied to a kit model which enhances the appearance. Scale . This Deck is planked with recess for hatch. In 2003 after many modellers had expressed an interest in this popular design, the Vosper RAF Crash Tender or 46 Firefloat Mk. Hobbies have built a reputation for providing first class goods and excellent service, with over 125 years of experience supplying model makers, machinists, craftsman & enthusiasts alike. 30 min Glue is running a bit slow as the temperature in the garage isnt exactly warm. RAF Crash Tender This fine High Speed Vosper R.A.F. Great seller with very good positive feedback and over 50 ratings. Trying to build it completely out of Foam Board. AirFix RAF Air Sea Rescue Launch 1:72 Model Kit. It is not known what happened to the two craft after this date. This model is a single shaft version but can be adapted for twin screw and rudder. Vosper Type ASRL Semi-Scale - Plastic Boat Set by Sarik Hobbies. Aerokits 46 RAF Crash Tender. This new 36 (940mm) kit follows that tradition. RAF Crash Tender (46") by Vintage Model Works. It is an opportunity for Website Members to freely share their expertise and experience butI am afraid that virtue is its own reward as there is no budget to offer more material recompense! For modellers wishing to renovate old Aerokits models these may be modified for use. I have just gotten hold of an original aerokits 46" to restore. Free shipping for many products! Rob, who said I should get on with it So I have. The models lighter weight and length is a particular advantage for transport to the water by senior modellers. Our customer support and service is comprehensive, and we wont disappear after you have made a purchase. This fine High Speed Vosper R.A.F. 5.07. The Aerokits Crash Tender was my very first boat back int 1959, it was my 9th birthday present and my father and I started to a build. Two English model boats, including a star pond yacht & Victory Industries Vosper RAF Crash tender & Miss England boat Victory models Leyland Comet bat tery operated plastic large scale model with orange cab, grey Tipping body, black Chassis in original illustrated box (Af) The contents of the kit showing pre-cut wood parts. 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. Stripwood is obechi. I have never gone into it that deeply. But he wasn't happy about building the original kit straight outright. See original listing. The next piece I tackled was the bulkhead connector to which the assembled hose is connected. or Best Offer. The bearings in the drive line are shot, so a mate is making a set and resizing to . or have I missed the water trials? Shop by category . Price: Military Modelling. eBay. 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.