Albert B - Stemat push tug.

[Tim C]

I'm new to ship modelling.  The first thing I built was a waterline flat top barge to carry a crane shown below


I then decided to build a push tug to go with it for a large diorama  we're planning at a model show,  dedicated to heavy haulage cranes and plant. I wanted to include a nautical dimension to the show - hence these models.

Cutting the first parts from styrene.






Checking the scale is correct with a 1/50 man.


Cutting both sides of the wheelhouse












The lower part of the structure








Cardboard model upside down with styrene part on top to check proportions.


Taking shape


Rear of the vessel.


Building rails from welding rod.




Working out the height of the cabin in raised position


Building the radar and communication equipment.








Making the crane from Tekno pieces. Tekno make truck models. I built the hydraulic ram from styrene tube.






Painting the deck




Beginning to come together.




I'll try to keep this updated.

Tim

[Tim C]

This is the final thing.  I completely forgot to update the thread!   





Tim