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Before I begin installing the drive and rudder, I've already fitted the decks and cut out the openings.
This helps with planning and installing the drive components and RC control parts.
 

 




 
 

Before I begin installing the drive and rudder, I've already fitted the decks and cut out the openings.
This helps with planning and installing the drive components and RC control parts.
 

 




 
 

Blowing the dust off the build log....
The deck subtructure has been constructed and glued to hull in their respective height, measured from the top of the hull according the dimensions taken from the plan.
Now that the deck cut-out defines the future access to the inner hull , I will start to determine the position of the built-in parts, drive and accessories.
 




 

Thank you for your likes, much appreciated!
The building cradle is finished, the stands were copied from the plan, cut and glued together with reinforment pieces to a wooden base plate.
The hull has been lightly sanded from the outside. Filling in dips was not necessary. some dimple even imitate damage to the hull which I will leave as it is, the ship is supposed to show a lot of wear and tear.
Next was to cut out and file the well deck wash ports on both sides.
The construction of the deck framing has been started as well, photos to follow...
 

Before I begin installing the drive and rudder, I've already fitted the decks and cut out the openings.
This helps with planning and installing the drive components and RC control parts.
 

 




 
 

Before I begin installing the drive and rudder, I've already fitted the decks and cut out the openings.
This helps with planning and installing the drive components and RC control parts.
 

 




 
 

Before I begin installing the drive and rudder, I've already fitted the decks and cut out the openings.
This helps with planning and installing the drive components and RC control parts.
 

 




 
 

Before I begin installing the drive and rudder, I've already fitted the decks and cut out the openings.
This helps with planning and installing the drive components and RC control parts.
 

 




 
 

Before I begin installing the drive and rudder, I've already fitted the decks and cut out the openings.
This helps with planning and installing the drive components and RC control parts.
 

 




 
 

Before I begin installing the drive and rudder, I've already fitted the decks and cut out the openings.
This helps with planning and installing the drive components and RC control parts.
 

 




 
 

The Boston Typhoon was built at Lowestoft during 1948, with the official number of FD 272 with an overall length of 137 feet, for Boston Deep Sea Fishing Ice Co Ltd, Fleetwood.
After five years service she was sold to Norway in 1953 and renames "Rollanes". She kept serving under this name before eventually being sold for breaking up in 1971.

 
Technical data (model):
Scale 1:32
Lenght 1410mm (55.5 inches)
Beam 245mm (9.5 inches)
Suitable for static display or R/C under electric or steam power
Retail price is GBP 645,00 plus shipping

 
Model photos and ordering informations can be obtained from the Mountfleet Models Homepage:
www.mountfleetmodels.co.uk

 
Kit content:
Moulded hull with all details
Moulded superstructure, ships boat, funnel
Over 1.300 white metal fittings
Propshaft and propeller
Various plywood sheets, mostly printed
Various stripwood and dowels
Various brass rods, tubes, profiles, cordage, screws, anchor chain, etc.
Full size plan ( Top and Side elevation)
Instruction Manual
 
After approx. 4 weeks from ordering the postman dropped a parcel with huge dimensions, 150cm x 30cm x 30cm and a weight of 11kg.
Here are the photos of the kits content:
 











 
Conclusion
 
The kit Content is promising a build full of fun and enjoyment.
Although the moulded parts and white metal fittings are of a very good quality, the kit still leaves room for improvement and further individual features.
The instructions and plans seems to be sufficient, but not very extensive.
 
 
 
 

Thank you for your likes, much appreciated!
The building cradle is finished, the stands were copied from the plan, cut and glued together with reinforment pieces to a wooden base plate.
The hull has been lightly sanded from the outside. Filling in dips was not necessary. some dimple even imitate damage to the hull which I will leave as it is, the ship is supposed to show a lot of wear and tear.
Next was to cut out and file the well deck wash ports on both sides.
The construction of the deck framing has been started as well, photos to follow...
 

Great Progress Nigel, keep going!
 
On my build I'am right now thinking of ripping off the beakhead planking and replace it trough a different sort of wood. I find the kit supplied basswood planks a bit too soft, no sharp edges.

Blowing the dust off the build log....
The deck subtructure has been constructed and glued to hull in their respective height, measured from the top of the hull according the dimensions taken from the plan.
Now that the deck cut-out defines the future access to the inner hull , I will start to determine the position of the built-in parts, drive and accessories.
 




 

Thank you for your likes, much appreciated!
The building cradle is finished, the stands were copied from the plan, cut and glued together with reinforment pieces to a wooden base plate.
The hull has been lightly sanded from the outside. Filling in dips was not necessary. some dimple even imitate damage to the hull which I will leave as it is, the ship is supposed to show a lot of wear and tear.
Next was to cut out and file the well deck wash ports on both sides.
The construction of the deck framing has been started as well, photos to follow...
 

Blowing the dust off the build log....
The deck subtructure has been constructed and glued to hull in their respective height, measured from the top of the hull according the dimensions taken from the plan.
Now that the deck cut-out defines the future access to the inner hull , I will start to determine the position of the built-in parts, drive and accessories.
 




 

Thank you for your likes, much appreciated!
The building cradle is finished, the stands were copied from the plan, cut and glued together with reinforment pieces to a wooden base plate.
The hull has been lightly sanded from the outside. Filling in dips was not necessary. some dimple even imitate damage to the hull which I will leave as it is, the ship is supposed to show a lot of wear and tear.
Next was to cut out and file the well deck wash ports on both sides.
The construction of the deck framing has been started as well, photos to follow...
 

Blowing the dust off the build log....
The deck subtructure has been constructed and glued to hull in their respective height, measured from the top of the hull according the dimensions taken from the plan.
Now that the deck cut-out defines the future access to the inner hull , I will start to determine the position of the built-in parts, drive and accessories.
 




 

Blowing the dust off the build log....
The deck subtructure has been constructed and glued to hull in their respective height, measured from the top of the hull according the dimensions taken from the plan.
Now that the deck cut-out defines the future access to the inner hull , I will start to determine the position of the built-in parts, drive and accessories.
 




 

Blowing the dust off the build log....
The deck subtructure has been constructed and glued to hull in their respective height, measured from the top of the hull according the dimensions taken from the plan.
Now that the deck cut-out defines the future access to the inner hull , I will start to determine the position of the built-in parts, drive and accessories.
 




 

Blowing the dust off the build log....
The deck subtructure has been constructed and glued to hull in their respective height, measured from the top of the hull according the dimensions taken from the plan.
Now that the deck cut-out defines the future access to the inner hull , I will start to determine the position of the built-in parts, drive and accessories.
 




 

Hi Nenad,
that sounds and looks pretty nice,like you a few days ago I'am siiting outside in the heat but having a nice b??? instead!
By the way, the Cutty is coming out pretty nice, go ahead.

Thank you for your likes, much appreciated!
The building cradle is finished, the stands were copied from the plan, cut and glued together with reinforment pieces to a wooden base plate.
The hull has been lightly sanded from the outside. Filling in dips was not necessary. some dimple even imitate damage to the hull which I will leave as it is, the ship is supposed to show a lot of wear and tear.
Next was to cut out and file the well deck wash ports on both sides.
The construction of the deck framing has been started as well, photos to follow...
 

Take a good look -- this is the last time you'll be able to clearly see all of the cockpit elements before everything gets closed up. Port side on the left, starboard on the right. The disparity in the number of controls on the two sides makes me wonder whether the Luftwaffe chose only right-handed pilots for fighter pilot duty. 🤔
 

 
 

Thank you for your likes, much appreciated!
The building cradle is finished, the stands were copied from the plan, cut and glued together with reinforment pieces to a wooden base plate.
The hull has been lightly sanded from the outside. Filling in dips was not necessary. some dimple even imitate damage to the hull which I will leave as it is, the ship is supposed to show a lot of wear and tear.
Next was to cut out and file the well deck wash ports on both sides.
The construction of the deck framing has been started as well, photos to follow...