1:160 scale. Measures 5.5 inches long when complete. Nice little detailed kit. The models in this particular set are designed for general use in N-scale (1:160) model railroad layouts or waterfront dioramas. While specific, individual boat histories are not associated with these generic models, their real-world counterparts have rich histories as vital parts of maritime commerce and service.
Fireboats are specialized vessels with powerful pumps and hoses used to fight fires from the water, often protecting port facilities and ships. The first fireboats, dating to the late 18th century, were tugboats, retrofitted with firefighting equipment. They are frequently used for fighting fire son docks and shore side warehouses as they can directly attack fires in the supporting underpinnings of these structures. They also have an effectively unlimited supply of water available, pumping directly from below the hull. Fireboats are usually seen by the public when welcoming a fleet or historical ships when they shoot large arcs of water in the air with their powerful water cannons.
Kit Specifications:
Model: Fire Boat
Scale: 1:160
Item Number: L72121
Type: 1 Plastic Kit
Length: 5.50 inches (13.97 cm)
Number of Parts: 26
Molded In: Tan
Decals: Waterslide
Color Suggestions: Includes Black, Brown, Red, and Yellow
Skill Level System (Level 2):
General Information:
* The item is not a toy.
* It is recommended for modelers and hobbyists with adult supervision, and the model is for display purposes only after assembly.
* The product carries a warning for choking hazard due to small parts and is not for children under 3 years.
* Model cement and paints are sold separately, if required.
* Fireboats are specialized vessels used to fight fires from the water, often protecting port facilities and ships, and are capable of pumping directly from below the hull.
* The first fireboats date back to the late 18th century and were retrofitted tugboats.
* The kit is manufactured by Atlantis Toy and Hobby Inc., located in Deer Park, NY.
