This maritime workhorse is almost-ready-to-run
Ready-made model (ARTR), GRP hull, Laser-cut ABS superstructure components, Metal and plastic details and small items, Rubber tire fenders and rubbing strake, Hull, decks and superstructure sprayed in semi-matte color paints, Decals already applied, Two propeller drive units in Kort nozzles, two pre-installed Speed 600 class electric motors, Stern pulley (non-functional), Simple installation of RC system components, Completely ready-made model with Boatstand and assembly instructions.
The full-size vessel - A typical harbour tug, as encountered on all the world's oceans and in every sea-port.
The primary roles of these maritime workhorses are towing ships, manoeuvring within harbours, and also working at offshore drilling platforms.
The powerful winches on the forecastle deck can be used tosecure and move barges, lighters and other loads.
The stern pulley is also used for guiding the towing cable when raising loads from the bottom of the sea.
The model - Ares 3 is a high-quality ship model, part of the Graupner Premium-Line series.
The boat is extremely realistic thanks to its many details and scale fittings
The generously sized deck openings make it a rapid, simple task to install the RC system components.
To complete the model ready for the water, all the builder has to do is install the RC system components and drive battery, and carry out a few minor soldered joints.
Graupner Ares 3 Specs:
- Length: 24.8" (630 mm)
- Beam: 9" (230 mm)
- Height: 18.5" (470 mm)
- Weight: 11.25 lbs. (5.1 kg)
- Scale: 1:50
Additional Items Needed:
Radio System
1 - HTR3175 Hitec Ranger 2N with 2 HS-303 Servos
2 - BATAA Pack of 4 AA Batteries (8 Total)
Electronic Accessories For Drive System
GR2875 Graupner Navy V40R Controller
GR775 Graupner 6V/7 Ah Battery
GR2989 Graupner G2 Connectors
GR3068 G2 Distribution Cable
Type of Build: Almost-Ready-To-Run (ARTR)Skill Level: Intermediate
5614 Franklin Pike Cr. Brentwood TN 37027 USA 