USCG Life Boat Kit 33" (3/4-1')
USCG Life Boat Kit 33" (3/4-1')
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The Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat scale model kit recreates the iconic 44-foot self-righting Motor Lifeboat deployed in 1963. Designed to handle severe marine rescue conditions, this historic RC boat kit combines traditional wooden craftsmanship with remarkable scale accuracy. Perfect for marine modeling enthusiasts, this kit delivers an immersive building experience backed by rich Coast Guard history.
Bring nautical history to life with the Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat. Kit #1203 features cleanly die-cut wooden framework and authentic balsa strip plank-on-frame construction for both the hull and superstructure. Complementing the wood craftsmanship are 39 cast metal fittings and official Coast Guard insignia decals that grant exceptional scale realistic detail.
For hobbyists seeking radio-controlled navigation, this scale RC lifeboat can be equipped for twin-screw operation using optional running hardware sets like the Dumas #2311 or heavy-duty #2335 twin power kit with counter-rotating propellers powered by 6V electric motors.
What completion level is the Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat kit?
The Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat is an unassembled kit requiring assembly, gluing, sanding, and painting.
Can the Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat be built as an operational RC boat?
Yes, the Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat can be converted into a radio-controlled vessel by adding the optional Dumas #2311 or #2335 running hardware kit along with twin 6V electric motors and marine radio gear.
What scale is the Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat model?
The Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat model is built to 1:16 scale, featuring a 33-inch length and 9-inch beam.
Are propulsion motors and radio gear included with the Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat?
No, the Dumas US Coast Guard Lifeboat kit includes the wooden structure, metal fittings, and decals. Motors, running hardware, ESC, battery, and radio equipment must be purchased separately.