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The M.V.
Fairwind was built in 1989. This model represents the ship as original
constructed.
She was later modified and the bridge raised in 1993 and was re-named the
M.V. Celtic Commander and operated by the Charles Willie company of Cardif
.
Her main engine type is the MAK 8M 453 with an output of 2650Kw and a top
speed of 13 knots. She is a multi-purpose vessel designed to suit the
carriage of containers and project or bulk cargoes. She is
equipped with both bow and stern thrusters of 500kW avoiding the use of
tugs and her length and draft permit entry into a number of the smaller ports
and berths. The vessel is currently employed on time-charter carrying
containers between ports in the East Med and the Black Sea.
Details of the kit
The model is based on a fiberglass hull with plating, freeing ports, bulwarks
and port detail molded into the hull. Computer generated plastic,
printed in 6 colors is used for the decks and superstructure to give quick
and crisp assembly.
A full set of fittings in cast light alloy and plastic give the finishing
touch to the model adding the vital clutter that is so much part of this
attractive little merchant ships appeal.
To add the final finishing touch a sheet of brass etchings supplying such
details as Stanchions, 2 types, ladders and stairways, intake grills and
platforms to add that museum quality finish.
As in all of the Deans kits a set of running gear is included, consisting of
the prop shaft, tiller and full instructions keyed to a FULL SIZE FULL
COLOUR plan with embedded detailed pictures to assist in the construction of
the model.
Painting instructions are part of the construction notes with tips for using
the latest car spray ACRYLIC paint which gives a fast and hard wearing
finish.
Scale
1/76
40”
x 6.50”
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