For FULL Forum access you can upgrade your account here UPGRADE. Rate this item. The Vosper RAF Crash Tender Kit 46 . A crew of five was intended in service, construction was wood, hard chine, plywood frames and double diagonal planking. A.M.O's Air Ministry Orders. I have managed to keep the weight down to 3.5kg by means of careful wood selection. . Condition: New, Vehicle Type: Boats, Sub-Type: Boat Kit, Brand: lesro models, Assembly Required? The hulls were of double skin mahogany on birch plywood framing. Moderated - Admin . Forward and central cabin tops lift off for access, as the rear cockpit floor. More powerful and smaller than the Graupner 900. ZU VERKAUFEN! I still haven't found a sitethat compares British, German and United States coastal craft but some of the kits I ordered have arrived here. A total of 16 window frames and 20 windows and port-holes are included in the kit. Klaxon, length 20mm. Airfix say that it is a RAF vehicle but I can't find any photographs of it in service. Today in Naval History - Naval / Maritime Events in History 30 January 1895 - SS Elbe, a transatlantic ocean liner for the Norddeutscher Lloyd, foundered on the night of 30 January 1895 following a collision in the North Sea with the loss of 334 lives. RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros, Product Announcements & Manufacturer News, Digital Video (DV) & Video Editing Software, Employment, Jobs, Help Wanted in Radio Control Industry, RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more, RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more, Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more, Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD, Aircraft - electric Multi-rotors (Drones), Specific Models of Multi-Rotors and Drones. SS Elbe was a transatlantic ocean liner. Y13 RAF tender: This has to be one model with the most casting changes I have ever seen. Ships to: GB & many other countries, Latest Results. Alternatively, search more than 1 million objects from This example is by a member of the Phoenix Model Boat Club in Surrey. Useful information published by the MPBA for anyone running an event or just interested in the legal position. Copyright 2008-2023 PicClick Inc. All Rights Reserved. I cant find a single picture of the original boat!! 24. The new 46" large-size kit of this popular and exciting RAF craft. xiionn. 1/20th Vosper Crash-Tender is the Aerokits model, powered by an Enya and with 2-ch radio. What Happened To Tina Setkic, Frames should be painted in silver or aluminium colour for realism.No. if i were you i would keep it, cos the longer it stays in the unmade condition then the greater the value will be. 40 A very well made Circa 1940s model of a RAF Crash Tender, fitted with a spirit fired horizontal. 1 x Decaperm (i think) Geared Brushed Motor. link 1 Link 2. Condition: Used Used model has "bowed" a little and missing some fittings. . Item information. Films are intended for reference only but have instructional value. Jun 09, 2008 #1. JavaScript is disabled. 10. Finally there are currently 5 WOT1-WOT1A/1 examples here at Balmullo, 1942 crash tender, 1942 Weeton type crash tender The model was discontinued in 1962. Porthole Surround, diameter 13mm. RAF Upper Heyford, March 1989 Oshkosh P4 Oshkosh P4. Detailed photo The model on the stand showing further detail. Showing detail with added extra equipment Extra realistic detail is applied to a kit model which enhances the appearance. 23. There is also a limited range available of engine self-adhesive logos. 1 x Marine Hitec Speed Control. Firefloat No. Points on ineffectiveness of type of fire suppressant used. Felix Hamburg Harbour Launch 1:25 Scale Krick Radio Control Model Boat Kit. Logged RMH. 185799205809 Rescue entry made within 27 secs of start of fire fighting. ok i wanna cut in here and say this. 5000 rpm) and 65mm 3 blade brass racing props. Nice rare kit and they're remaking them which might save you templating time. Its a shame its sat for over 50years and not being built, i'd like to pass it on for a fair price to some one who will get some pleasure from building it. It may well bring nostalgic memories to This was my fathers and is untouched still in kit form. Crash Tender No 94 on maiden voyage after refurbishment. Topic: My fleet of Coastal Craft is growing. $5.44 + $18.49 shipping + $18.49 shipping + $18.49 shipping. Vent, height 34mm. Fire out in just under 6 mins. What Happened Between Dave And Ralph On Wicked Tuna, Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) Website Acquisitions Inc. All rights reserved. AEROKITS WWII RAF FIRE CRASH TOWING TENDER RADIO CONTROL SCALE MODEL BOAT SHIP. One Fireman would be dressed in an . 48 A 48 hour leave pass, A 24, A 36 , 0r A 72 also applied. 93 moored at PortsmouthBRIEF HISTORY OF FULL-SIZE CRAFTOnly two Vosper 46 foot RAF Crash Tenders (or firefloat Mk. sheeting is also pre-cut. 2) of this type were produced by Vospers. Return to Home. Bollard, length 18mm. Handrail Holder, height 13mm. Crossley 6 wheeled vehicle A.M.F.S. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Parts are stamped for quick identification. RAF Fire Monitor. The final finish is applied with car acrylic paints, the total number of individual fittings is 56, as below. Aerokits RAF fire boat/crash tender I have an old aerokits crash tender, 34" version. 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. Vent, height 35mm. Having Website problems? Parts are stamped for quick identification. ?To go with my Revell 1/72 scale PT-109 kit I now have the 1/72 Airfix Vosper and the 1/72 scale Revell German S-Boat with the quad 20 mm turret. RAF Searchlight. No. I tried a 24v bus fan motor with a 12v and 6v lead acid linked together to make 18v. The fittings can be sprayed with car aerosol paint or brush painted with Humbrol. RAF Crash tender model by Mike Pusey. Forward and central cabin tops lift off for access, as the rear cockpit floor. Essex operated foam tenders until recently due to the oil refinery at Coryton, however they had specially built units not ex-military. Ideal for spares / restoration. If you want a copy of instructions get in touch. W.30 R.A.F. Porthole Surround, diameter 20mm. 19. The model was made by Victory Industries Ltd, circa ~1961.. 1970: Tri-ang, Scalex Boats. Latest Race Results. Click here to see the contact details of our overseas distributors. Popular subjects are tugboats, warships, pleasure crafts, fishing boats etc. Frames should be painted in silver or aluminium colour for realism. 3. The Vosper 46 RAF Crash Tender Kit By Vintage Model Works: white metal fittings not my favourite. Alvis/Pyrene MKVI Crash Truck. The SLEC fittings are die cast white metal so you can't solder brass to them and you definitely need to make a mechanical fixing rather than a chemical fixing (glue) for the handles. Price: 8.72 Vintage Aerokits "RAF Fire / Crash Tender" R/C Model Boat ( Restoration Project). The following errors occurred with your submission. A selection of white metal fittings available separately for other vintage boats, e.g. Fairlead, length 16mm. Slec Ltd - Bob-A-Bout Footy Class Yacht Build. Reignition after 20 mins. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Here are a few ideas - it should be quite easy to better them. The hulls were of double skin mahogany on birch plywood framing. Crossley 4x4 FWD Fire Crash Tender. TWIN SCREW CRASH TENDER (Length 16 1/4 ins. RC Scale Boating - Aerokits RAF fire boat/crash tender - I have an old aerokits crash tender, 34 version. Tamar Fittings. Fittings Available Separately . No. 11. RAF Upper Heyford, March 1989 Quality P2 The largest truck at RAF Upper Heyford was this Quality P2. Windows & Frames A set of clear plastic push-fit windows and frames have been produced for the VMW 46 Crash Tender kit. If it didnt exist they wouldnt make a model of it!!! Crossley 6 wheeled vehicle A.M.F.S. thanks barrry, that will be easier than holding it down and drawing round with a pencil. Doing its job. Fuel consumption at top speed was nearly 48 gallons per hour. White metal fittings All deck fittings are cast on white metal and are easily cleaned with a Dremel tool, files, wet & dry paper or sponge sanding pads. Having built the RAF Crash Tender and fitted it with a powerful electric brushless motor you will be able to experience a life-like representation of the full-size boat. Bollard, length 14mm. fibre glass model boat hulls. ERICH STEINBRINCK DES. Talk about it here. XVIII, No. Somewhere in UK there is at least 1 restored WOT3, I saw a photo recently on another group of it; before it was restored I tried to buy it but couldn't secure storage up here, I was going to rebuild it into an RAF fire tender. The Vosper RAF Crash Tender Kit 46 . Advertising - Australian Shepherd Puppies For Sale In Nebraska. I have managed to keep the weight down to 3.5kg by means of careful wood selection. Finally, the windows are laser-cut in perspex with matching frames for added realism. Articles, Is Space Still the Place? Appliances such as this would have provided fire cover at Fleet Air Arms stations in the UK and abroad. 3, March 1926, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. Pulley Block, length 16mm. - View Gallery! 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! This model is a single shaft version but can be adapted for twin screw and rudder. 4.22 Crash Landing & Ditching 259 4.23 Emergency Provisions 276 4.24 Ventilation & Heating 290 named in the invitation to tender or contract. Reel five: Continuation of Reel 4. The similar pose of the model is evident. 1/33 SCALE 29.5" X 7.5" Fittings Available Separately Model planing With the right combination of motor, speed controller, batteries and prop, the large Crash Tender will perform at speed for about 30 minutes. Mockup of aircraft fuselage and wings set on fire. 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. Model planing With the right combination of motor, speed controller, batteries and prop, the large Crash Tender will perform at speed for about 30 minutes. Good seller with good positive feedback and good amount of ratings. Peter, "Time flies like an arrow; fruit flies like a banana", Rob, I have just spoken to Roy at SLEC and he says he has made this joint OK with araldite and holding in place.so perhaps I will give that a go first.! I know its a Vosper 46' RAF crash/asr/fire float , probably Mark Two. Rare old scratch built metal hull 24" R/C Raf crash tender boat for restoration. Large Scale 1" to 1 Length 46" Plan view of partsThe contents of the kit showing pre-cut wood parts. The crash tenders are British-made and are posted with ambulances around the airfield when aircraft are due to land in order to provide a quick response to any emergency which may occur. For over 50 years, Sussex Model Centre have been serving the modeller. White metal fittings All deck fittings are cast on white metal and are easily cleaned with a Dremel tool, files, wet & dry paper or sponge sanding pads. Contact us. Are the fitting from Vintage Model Works? 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. In 1918 the RAF was established through the merging of the aviation arms of the Royal Navy, the Royal Navy Air Service (RNAS), and that of the Army, the Royal Flying Corps. 5. VOSPER R.A.F.
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