Slingshot (19) Hydroplane Racing Boat Model

Description

This radio-controlled model of a tunnel hull hydroplane racing boat was built by Dwight Brooks in 1980. It’s powered by a methanol/nitromethane outboard motor.

Object Type

Model, Boat

Object ID: 1997.004.0016

Date

2020-04-15 13:03:45

Made

United States

Material

Mahogany over Plywood Frame

Dimensions

49" long x 20" wide x 9" 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.