USS Cree (ATF-84) Tugboat Model

Description

Radio-controlled model of the ocean-going fleet tug, Cree. Powered by electric motors. The tugboat model is finely detailed on the exterior, including operating water cannons. Cree is built using plank-on-frame constriction with marine plywood keel and bulkheads. It is planked with balsa and covered inside and out with fiberglass and resin. Topsides are built from 1/4 aircraft mahogany plywood covered with finishing resin for strength and fill. The paint is Dietzler automotive acrylic enamel. Featured in the Spring 1981 issue of “Scale Ship Modeler”

Object Type

Model, Ship

Object ID: 1997.004.0002

Date

2020-04-15 12:55:32

Made

United States

Material

Fiberglass over Balsa Planking on Plywood Frame

Dimensions

104" long x 19" wide x 52" high

Condition

Good

Collection

Estate of Dwight Brooks

Funding support for the virtual exhibit was provided by the City of Santa Barbara's Organizational Development Grant Program.