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 JUNE 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

HMS Warrior • David Bray begins a hands-on build review of Billing Boats’ 1:100 scale kit, aimed at the experienced static modeller

DRIVE LINES • Glynn Guest provides a definitive guide to installing motors and running gear

A River Ferry for Developing Nations • Glynn Guest explains the basics of building from this month’s mini plan, while also pointing out the multitude of options his flexible design permits…

ST Henley TLC • Tony Bird explains how he turned a vintage Stuart Turner steam launch hull in a rather sorry state back into a magnificent, ready to hit the water again, beauty

SS Raven • John Mileson builds another interesting model to crow about!

ROLLING YOUR OWN • John Parker reflects back on the bygone era of DIY radio-control

BOILER ROOM • Richard Simpson urges you to consider the use of more ‘engineering’ in your modelling

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 July 2024 issue, on sale from Friday, June 21, 2024, be sure not to miss...