Making it part Towboat part Tug, often called "Cajun- Boats".
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'Daisy B' | ||
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| Picture is of 'Lake Charles' courtesy of Taubman Plans Service | |||
| Model Scale: | 1:32 | ||
| Hull Material: | Scratch Built using Styrene (a type of plastic) Sheeting | ||
| Plan: | Of 'Lake Charles' from Taubman Plan Services in the U.S.A. | ||
| Model Length: | 760 mm (30") | ||
| Build Time: | To end of July 2001- total 51.5 hours | ||
| Progress: | Pictures as of end of July 2001 | ||
| Propulsion: | Twin Propellers, with Six (6) Rudders | ||
| Electrics: | Twin electric motors independently controlled with Electronize speed controls | ||
| Notes: | 'Daisy B' is based on the plans
for 'Lake Charles' which is a Hybrid Towboat being built for operating in
rivers and coastal sea conditions, unlike a true Towboat it has raised
"Bulwarks", "Water Tight" doors and hatch's, it can also "tow" in the
conventional way. Making it part Towboat part Tug, often called "Cajun- Boats". |
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| I am building my model with strengthened towing (pulling) tow posts and reinforced Knees to use in "Tug Towing and Pushing" competitions. | |||
| I am using independent control of each motor and as 'Daisy B' has 6 rudders these will also be operated with 2 servo units giving a VERY manoeuvrable model. See my Towboat Rudders Page in Hints and Tips. | |||
| See my Towboat Page for more Towboat Information | |||
| Progress pictures, more will be added as the model advances | |||
| Click on thumbnail to enlarge picture | |||
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Styrene sheeting for hull cut out ready for assembly | |
Hull sheeting fitted together ready for rest of covering |
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Strengthening pieces for "Towing Points" added | |
The Push Knees called "Tow Knees" on a Towboat, |
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