Moonlight – Clyde Puffer
About the model
Moonlight is one of the Clyde Puffers in our range. For those looking for a model that simply oozes with character in a manageable size look no further, even the wheelhouse is fully fitted out.
Clyde Puffers are one of the most popular vintage model boat subjects, just take a look at the photos and say your not tempted!
Prototype history (click)
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Moonlight 1952.
Launched by Yarwood, Northwich in 1952, for Ross & Marshall shipping, the third of their ships to carry this name.
Second to the last of the steam powered puffers built.
Refined accommodation and bridge layout, high running costs led her to be sold in 1966 to Turner of Glasgow. They renamed her Hirst. Could find little work and was sold for breaking in 1977.
Model specifications (click)
Scale: 1:32
Length: 33 inches (838 mm)
Beam: 7.5 inches (190 mm)
Suitable for static display, free running or 2 plus function radio control under electric or steam power.
What's in the kit (click)
Kit contains:
- GRP Moulded hull, superstructure and ships boat
- Over 600 white metal fittings
- All necessary wood, cordage, wire etc
- Full size drawing & instruction book
- Propshaft & propeller
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