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Havendienst 4. A Dutch general harbour duties vessel (tugboat). Part 1. Full-size 1/30 scale plans.
MODEL BOATS #467 Jan 1990 (v.40) pg. 40

Havendienst 4. Part 2.
MODEL BOATS #468 Feb 1990 (v.40) pg. 50

Pilot 40. Full-size plans and construction details for a dual purpose Royal Navy/Police patrol launch. This radio-control scale model boat is powered by two electric motors. Part 1.
MODEL BOATS #476 Oct 1990 (v.40) pg. 36

S.S. Balboa. Full-size plans for a freelance R/C electric powered semi-scale model based on cargo tramp steamers.
MODEL BOATS #477 Nov 1990 (v.40) pg. 15

Pilot 40. Part 2.
MODEL BOATS #477 Nov 1990 (v.40) pg. 40

Pilot 40. Part 3.
MODEL BOATS #478 Dec 1990 (v.40) pg. 31

Pilot 40. Part 4.
MODEL BOATS #479 Jan 1991 (v.41) pg. 29

Proton. A fast electric R/C model fitted with an outboard drive unit. Constructed mostly of balsa sheet. Full-size plan included.
MODEL BOATS #490 Dec 1991 (v.41) pg. 34, Insert

Bonny and Kelly. Kit review and construction advice for the scale R/C electric-powered twin screw clam dredger model from Model Slipway.
MODEL BOATS #496 Jun 1992 (v.42) pg. 34

Plaudit. Electric-powered R/C model of a Thames River tug. Full-size plan included. Part 1.
MODEL BOATS #500 Oct 1992 (v.42) pg. 32, Insert

Plaudit. Part 2.
MODEL BOATS #501 Nov 1992 (v.42) pg. 54

Plaudit. Part 3.
MODEL BOATS #502 Dec 1992 (v.42) pg. 54

Kingfisher. Electric powered 1:12 scale model of a luxury sports fishing cruiser. Full-size plans available. Part 1. Introduction and styrene hull construction.
MODEL BOATS #515 Jan 1994 (v.44) pg. 20

Kingfisher. Part 2. Superstructure.
MODEL BOATS #516 Feb 1994 (v.44) pg. 22

Kingfisher. Part 3. Wheelhouse and painting.
MODEL BOATS #517 Mar 1994 (v.44) pg. 48

Kingfisher. Part 4. Interior, windows, brightwork, etc.
MODEL BOATS #518 Apr 1994 (v.44) pg. 52

Fisheries Patrol vessel. Kit review and construction advice for a radio-controled, electric-powered scale model. Part 1.
MODEL BOATS #519 May 1994 (v.44) pg. 14

Fisheries Patrol vessel. Part 2.
MODEL BOATS #520 Jun 1994 (v.44) pg. 47

Fisheries Patrol vessel. Part 3.
MODEL BOATS #521 Jul 1994 (v.44) pg. 20

Shamrock. Build a 28", electric powered, 2-channel radio-controlled representation of a fast patrol craft that is suitable for beginning modelers. Complete plans must be ordered.
MODEL BOATS #535 Sep 1995 (v.45) pg. 22
Added Info MODEL BOATS #537 Nov 1995 (v.45) pg. 62 (Siren, beacon & overdrive switch)

Loyal Moderator. An in-depth review of The Model Skipway 1/24 scale kit of a Loyal Class Fleet Tender. Part 1.
MODEL BOATS #541 Mar 1996 (v.46) pg. 38

Loyal Moderator. Part 2.
MODEL BOATS #542 Apr 1996 (v.46) pg. 66

Loyal Moderator. Part 3.
MODEL BOATS #543 May 1996 (v.46) pg. 33

Ngan Chau. Building a model of an ocean-going berthing tug in 1:50 scale. Part 1. Hull.
MODEL BOATS #544 Jun 1996 (v.46) pg. 22

Simple model boat electrics. Method for determining the total electrical needs of a complex R/C model boat. How to make and use latching relays to switch electrical power.
MODEL BOATS #544 Jun 1996 (v.46) pg. 68

Ngan Chau. Part 2. Hull finishing and superstructure.
MODEL BOATS #545 Jul 1996 (v.46) pg. 17

Wolverine. R/C model of a modern sport cruisar powered by twin electric motors (or a single IC engine). Full-size plans must be ordered.
MODEL BOATS #546 Aug 1996 (v.46) pg. 56

Ngan Chau. Part 3.
MODEL BOATS #546 Aug 1996 (v.46) pg. 64
Added Info MODEL BOATS #550 Dec 1996 (v.46) pg. 6

Fire Boat II. Easy-to-build 24" R/C model of a typical launch is made from styrene sheet. Features electric motor for both propulsion and to pump a stream of water from the fire-fighting nozzle. Full-size plan included.
MODEL BOATS #548 Oct 1996 (v.46) pg. 10, Insert

Amsterdam. Kit review and additional assembly instructions for the 1:50 scale R/C electric powered model of Artesania Latina's ocean going tug.
MODEL BOATS #549 Nov 1996 (v.46) pg. 38

Wyeforce. Kit review and additional assembly instructions for The Model Slipways 1:24 scale R/C model of a twin-screw mooring and berthing tug powered by two electric motors.
MODEL BOATS #550 Dec 1996 (v.46) pg. 24

F.C. Sturrock. Construct a scale model of a classic large steam tugboat built for the exposed waters around the South Africa Coast. This electric-powered model is 1/48-scale and measures 43" long, 19" in beam and 4" in draught. Full-size plans available. Part 1. Parts list and hull construction.
MODEL BOATS #558 Jun 27 1997 (v.47) pg. 46
Added Info MODEL BOATS #561 Sep 19 1997 (v.47) pg. 7
Added Info MODEL BOATS #562 Oct 17 1997 (v.47) pg. 6

F.C. Sturrock. Part 2. Deck planking, fiberglassing the hull, installing motor drives, and superstructure.
MODEL BOATS #559 Jul 25 1997 (v.47) pg. 50

The need for speed. An overview of fast electric model boats. Part 1. Looks at the hydroplane, deep vee, and catamaran and their associated drive lines.
MODEL BOATS #560 Aug 22 1997 (v.47) pg. 12

F.C. Sturrock. Part 3. Bulwarks, funnel, lifeboats, portholes, and deck fittings.
MODEL BOATS #560 Aug 22 1997 (v.47) pg. 25

F.C. Sturrock. Part 4. Painting, rudder servo, superstructure, masts, mooring bollards, etc.
MODEL BOATS #561 Sep 19 1997 (v.47) pg. 25
Added Info MODEL BOATS #564 Dec 12 1997 (v.47) pg. 8

The need for speed. An overview of fast electric model boats. Part 2. Motors, timing, gearboxes, water cooling, etc.
MODEL BOATS #561 Sep 19 1997 (v.47) pg. 55

F.C. Sturrock. Part 5. Lifeboat davits, radar mast, fire platform, tow hooks, etc.
MODEL BOATS #562 Oct 17 1997 (v.47) pg. 25

F.C. Sturrock. Part 6. Ballasting, batteries, electronics, rigging, etc.
MODEL BOATS #563 Nov 14 1997 (v.47) pg. 46

The need for speed. An overview of fast electric model boats. Part 3. Gearboxes
MODEL BOATS #563 Nov 14 1997 (v.47) pg. 53

Peadar Elaine. Part 2.
MODEL BOATS #570 Jun 25 1998 (v.48) pg. 25

Peadar Elaine. Part 3.
MODEL BOATS #571 Jul 23 1998 (v.48) pg. 23

Badger. Kit review and assembly tips for the R/C electric-powered HMCE launch from Maritime Models. Part 1.
MODEL BOATS #571 Jul 23 1998 (v.48) pg. 34

The need for speed. Full build and test report on the Kyuosho Jet Arrow R/C electric-powered racing boat kit.
MODEL BOATS #572 Aug 20 1998 (v.48) pg. 28

Peadar Elaine. Part 4.
MODEL BOATS #572 Aug 20 1998 (v.48) pg. 32

The Trent Class lifeboat. Kit review and construction tips for the R/C electric-powered model from The Model Slipway. Part 1.
MODEL BOATS #572 Aug 20 1998 (v.48) pg. 42

Badger. Part 2.
MODEL BOATS #572 Aug 20 1998 (v.48) pg. 49

The Southampton fire tug Gatcombe. Build a superb R/C electric-powered model of a fully working fire tug (3/8" to 1-ft. scale). Part 1.
MODEL BOATS #573 Sep 18 1998 (v.48) pg. 34

Peadar Elaine. Part 5.
MODEL BOATS #573 Sep 18 1998 (v.48) pg. 44

The Trent Class lifeboat. Part 2.
MODEL BOATS #573 Sep 18 1998 (v.48) pg. 51

Active. Kit review and modeling tips for the R/C electric-powered Motor Tug from Mountfleet Models.
MODEL BOATS #574 Oct 15 1998 (v.48) pg. 25

The Southampton fire tug Gatcombe. Part 2.
MODEL BOATS #574 Oct 15 1998 (v.48) pg. 32

Peadar Elaine. Part 6.
MODEL BOATS #574 Oct 15 1998 (v.48) pg. 44

The Southampton fire tug Gatcombe. Part 3.
MODEL BOATS #575 Nov 12 1998 (v.48) pg. 26

Melita. Kit review and construction tips for the R/C electric-powered twin screw motor yacht model from Dean's Marine.
MODEL BOATS #575 Nov 12 1998 (v.48) pg. 48

The Southampton fire tug Gatcombe. Part 4.
MODEL BOATS #576 Dec 10 1998 (v.48) pg. 34

Push-Pull. An R/C electric-powered model of a small-river ferry features steerable nozzles surrounding each of the two propellers (one at each end of boat). Full-size plan included.
MODEL BOATS #576 Dec 10 1998 (v.48) pg. 44, Insert

Hornet. A fast electric-powered R/C model hydroplane. Full-size plan included.
MODEL BOATS #576 Dec 10 1998 (v.48) pg. 48

Fairey Swordsman. Scale model of a classic 1960's "deep vee" offshore power boat for R/C. Full-size plan included.
MODEL BOATS #582 May 27 1999 (v.49) pg. 25, Insert

Arkady. Electric powered R/C stand-off scale model of a U.S. tugboat. Full-size plan included.
MODEL BOATS #588 Nov 1999 (v.49) pg. 40

ELCO PT-boat. Electric powered R/C stand-off scale model of an 80-ft. U.S. Navy torpedo boat (circa 1942). Full-size plan included.
MODEL BOATS #588 Nov 1999 (v.49) pg. 44

Kaon. An R/C fast electric model boat for outdrives. Full-size plan included.
MODEL BOATS #589 Dec 1999 (v.49) pg. 37, Insert

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