Tempo (U-78) Hydroplane Racing Boat Model

Description

This radio-controlled hydroplane racing boat model was built by Dwight Brooks in 1975. It is powered by a methanol/nitromethane engine.

Object Type

Model, Boat

Object ID: 1997.004.0019

Date

2020-04-15 13:11:47

Made

United States

Material

Wood, Mahogany, Birch

Dimensions

46" long x 17" wide x 12" 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.