I managed to get to look over the kit supplied by Ark Model today. We now have several in stock - see SONG
I was a little disappointed that the hull was cut in half vertically, but having cut a couple of similar hulls now, it's just another job in the building of a model. The boat is very solid, thicker construction than the usual Revell injection molded models.
The photo etch plates are spectacular with a great deal of detail. At first I thought the detail on the boat was rather coarse and clumsy, but later realised that the recesses were to be cut out and the photo etched installed.
The propeller looks like it's made of nylon, and is probably quite serviceable, but I suspect the purists would prefer a brass one. I'll have to look at the Raboesch catalog to see which one is suitable.
The instruction manual is in Chinese and English and has loads of diagrams and photos. It looks pretty easy to follow.
The kit needs nothing else, no Fittings Kits etc. as all the control surfaces are designed for R/C. A single 585 suppressed motor is supplied.
For $395.00 this model is, in my opinion, good value and an easy build.
I was a little disappointed that the hull was cut in half vertically, but having cut a couple of similar hulls now, it's just another job in the building of a model. The boat is very solid, thicker construction than the usual Revell injection molded models.
The photo etch plates are spectacular with a great deal of detail. At first I thought the detail on the boat was rather coarse and clumsy, but later realised that the recesses were to be cut out and the photo etched installed.
The propeller looks like it's made of nylon, and is probably quite serviceable, but I suspect the purists would prefer a brass one. I'll have to look at the Raboesch catalog to see which one is suitable.
The instruction manual is in Chinese and English and has loads of diagrams and photos. It looks pretty easy to follow.
The kit needs nothing else, no Fittings Kits etc. as all the control surfaces are designed for R/C. A single 585 suppressed motor is supplied.
For $395.00 this model is, in my opinion, good value and an easy build.
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