Model Boats

First published over 50 years ago, this great old magazine will be perfect for you if you like building model boats or just enjoy soaking up all of the elements of this huge hobby. Covering every type of model boat including, warships, tugs, lifeboats, historical ships, ferries, submarines and yachts to name a few. Both ‘seaworthy’ remoted controlled vessels through to static display models are featured as well as conversions, modifications, hints and tips and general ‘brain-storming’ ideas to get your juices flowing! Each issue features kit and model reviews, show and club reports and news from the boat modelling world. Model Boats magazine publishes 12 great issues a year.

Model Boats

WELCOME TO THE MAY 2024 ISSUE OF MODEL BOATS...

Compass 360 • If you have a news story for these pages, please contact the Editor, Lindsey Amrani, via e-mail at editor@modelboats.co.uk

A VERY PRESTIGIOUS DISPLAY OPPORTUNITY • Rob White delivers an exciting invitation from the Wellington Trust

Weight watching • Warminster Model Boat Club member Mike Payne provides a beginner’s guide to ballasting

The MIGHTY Mintanic • The ever-innovative Ashley Needham shares some top tips for getting more out of the build of a fairly basic little hull

ANJIBEE • A classic cruiser rebuilt by Phil Button

A BIT OF ARGY-BARGY • When it looks like you’re about to get in a spot of bother, an alternative to having to wade in is always very welcome, points out John Parker

WIN! A PRE-PRODUCTION PROGRESS KIT!

SOO PILOT BOAT • Glynn Guest provides a build guide to accompany this month’s free plan

The Thrust of the Matter • Glynn Guest explains the physics behind thrust lines

A ‘KRAFT’ FOR THE BOAT MAN • Dave Wiggins puts some graft into Kraft

BOILER ROOM • Richard Simpson condenses down all you need to know when shopping for a compressor best suited to your requirements

Your Models • Whether you’re highly skilled and experienced or completely new to the hobby, you’re definitely invited to this launch party! So please keep the contributions coming by emailing your stories and photos to editor@modelboats.co.uk

Your Letters • Got views to air or information to share? Then we want to hear from you!

Next month in Model Boats • In the June 2024 issue, on sale from Friday, May 17, 2024, be sure not to miss...