Description
Radio-controlled model submarine. Designed and built as a full flooding negative buoyancy model, it can submerge and cruise under water. Molded fiberglass hull. Powered by two Astro 40 motors through Futaba speed controls turning four-blade 2-1/2″ propellers running off three 6v aircraft batteries. Decks are 1/8″ teak planks. Featured in the January/February 1987 issue of “Scale Ship Modeler” magazine.
Object Type
Model, Boat
Object ID: 1997.004.0003
Date
1985
Made
United States
Material
Molded Fiberglass Hull, Wood, Metal, Foam and Fiberglass details, Teak Decks
Dimensions
119" long x 12" wide x 23" high
Condition
Excellent
Collection
Estate of Dwight Brooks