Scale
Model Tugs
by Tom Gorman
Softcover
210 x 297mm
144pp
Published by Special Interest Model Books Ltd, Dorset England
R.R.P.$39.90
ISBN 978-185486-255-6
Extract from back cover of book:
A practical illustrated guide to making scale model tug boats, offering information and guidance in line with the very latest developments in tug technology and design, and modern advances in model building.
The first six chapters are devoted to tugs in general, arranged by the duties for which each type of tug is designed. Subsequent chapters cover the details of scale modelling.
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Tugs in general
- Harbour tugs
- Coastal tugs
- Estuary tugs and tenders
- Ocean-going and salvage tugs
- Small tugs, drive gear and towing
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Building tugs from scratch
- Kits
- Mixing kits and scratch building
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Hand tools and power tools
- Painting and finishing scale models
- Selecting
and installing drive equipment (steam and electric)
- Radio control equipntent
- Preparing models for exhibition & competition
Photos: Black & White
Units of Measurement: Metric and Imperial
Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1 - Tugs in General
Chapter 2 - Harbour Tugs
Chapter 3 - Coastal Tugs
Chapter 4 - Estuary Tugs and Tenders
Chapter 5 - Ocean-going and Salvage Tugs
Chapter 6 - Small Tugs and Towing
Chapter 7 - Materials
Chapter 8 - Tools and Equipment
Chapter 9 - Building the Model Tug
Chapter 10 - Electric Motors and Batteries
Chapter 11 - Steam Engines and Boilers
Chapter 12 - Control Equipment
Chapter 13 - Deck Details and Machinery
Chapter 14 - Painting and Finishing
Chapter 15 - Sailing and Competition
Appendix
1 - Useful Conversion Factors
Appendix 2 - Suppliers and Publications
Appendix
3 - Radio Control Frequencies
Appendix 4 - Properties of Saturated Steam
Appendix
5 - Navigation Light Details