HMAS GAWLER (FCPB 212) by AKRYPTO

[AKRYPTO]

Another building for the ship yard alongside the "Australia"

[AKRYPTO]

I'm Not happy with the gauge of the mast work,  will probably re do it at some point, it's about a mm to thick me thinks. 

[Jim Lad]

A nice start, mate.  I agree the mast looks just a tad heavy - especially given that when finished with all its bits and pieces it will look even thicker.

 

John

[AKRYPTO]

After much consideration the construction of a new main Mast work for the Gawler is underway.  Pics will follow.  Thanks for the advice John. 

[AKRYPTO]

Successful test ESC motors and servo motors. Good progress today. 

[AKRYPTO]

So much happier with the gauge of the mast now.

[AKRYPTO]

First acceptance Sea trials for Nuship Gawler. A successful run (she didn't sink)  A bit of weight issue to address. I'm running 2* 2200mah 2s Lipo  at 268g combined. I will find some smaller battery under 100g. Probably overpowered the twin Diesel MTU's  push her through the water at a great rate of knots.

[AKRYPTO]

An enjoyable afternoon on the water with Nuship Gawler. Testing the Nav lights and then a Banyan. Awaiting some smaller battery 🔋 to reduce her overall weight issues. 

[AKRYPTO]

Relaxing afternoon on the water.

Some work remains on the Rhib' deck stern and Guard rail some other minor miscellaneous deck fittings . And awaiting Hull pennant numbers and depth markings enjoying this little FCPB.