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4 channels. Quick-build kit with GRP hull.
In 1992/1993 the DETLEF HEGEMANN ROLAND
dockyard collaborated with the DEUTSCHE INDUSTRIE-WERKE GmbH to design and
build two tugs for the Italian Shipping Company TITO NERI RIMORCHIATORI based
at Livorno.
The ships are of identical design and were
assigned the names TITO NERI and ALGERINA NERI. They currently rate amongst
the most modern ocean-going and harbor assistance tugs in the world. Their
towing equipment consists of a combination of winches on the after deck and
foredeck. Each winch is driven by a hydraulic motor and has a attractive
power of 15 t. The tugs are also equipped with a powerful fire-fighting
system and a fire self-protection system.
The maneuverability required for these vessels intended tasks is provided by
two Shuttle drive systems and a bow thruster. Total engine power of 2x2000
BHP provides a forward thrust of 55t, and the maximum running speed is 12.5
kn. Our semi-scale model of the TlTO NERl is designed to a scale of 1:33, and
is based on documents supplied by the dockyard and the shipping company.
Like the full-size vessel the model features a very powerful propulsion
system with two semi-scale Shuttle propeller units driven by a pair of
powerful electric motors. These units, in conjunction with the bow thruster,
endow the model with impressive running and maneuvering capabilities, making
the model a fascinating exercise to operate and control. With its large size,
its bluff hull and its considerable displacement the model also exhibits
excellent stability on the water.
The model's complex and extensive detailing reproduces all the characteristic
features of the original and will satisfy the demands of the more advanced
model builder. Installing a sound module provides the icing on the cake,
giving a convincingly realistic simulation of the vessel's operating sounds,
including diesel engines, foghorn, horn and winch.
The fire-fighting monitors are also working models, and other auxiliary
working systems can also be installed, although details are left up to the
builder. Although the model is intended for the advanced builder,
nevertheless the large number of high quality pre-fabricated parts in the kit
and fittings set simplify and speed up its construction substantially. The
GRP hull is very strong and of complex construction, with all openings
pre-cut using CNC-machines and the support surfaces for the two Shuttle drive
units accurately pressure-molded.
The vacuum-molded ABS parts for the wheelhouse are also supplied with all windows
and other openings CNC-machined. The hull is rendered torsionally rigid by
the installation of a plywood deck and bulkheads, and these parts are
supplied accurately die-stamped. The fittings set is very extensive and
contains all the parts required to give the model a scale appearance,
including towing winches, boat crane hydraulic crane, fire monitors and
dozens of other small parts.
Contents of the quick-build kit
Quick-build plans and building instructions in German, English and French.
CNC-machined GRP hull, CNC-machined vacuum-molded ABS parts for the superstructure,
various other vacuum-molded ABS parts, printed and die-cut wooden parts for
decks, bulkheads and reinforcements, strip material, wire, rod and tube,
decor sheet
R/C functions Rotation of the Shuttle
drive units through 180° (approx.), Forward - stop - reverse running with
infinitely variable speed control, Bow thruster, Fire monitor pump ON/OFF,
Sound simulation via TOP-SOUND 6 (»tug«) Other working systems are possible
at the builder's discretion.
Extras you will need
1 x Fitting Set Pt 435 , 2 x 900 BB Turbo 12volt , 2 x Shottel Drives ,2 x
Couplings, 2 x Mtronic 40amp ESC,1 x Mtronik 15amp ESC,1 x Bow thruster, 2 x
Futaba 3010 servos
38.38” X 12.60”
1/33 SCALE
GRAUP-2196
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