Velden (506) Hydroplane Racing Boat Model

Description

This radio-controlled hydroplane racing boat model was built by Dwight Brooks in 1986. It’s powered by a methanol/nitromethane outboard engine.

Object Type

Model, Boat

Object ID: 1997.004.0018

Date

1986

Made

United States

Material

Molded Fiberglass

Dimensions

48" long x 16" wide x 11" 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.