Welcome to
Westbourne
Model Centre
We at
Westbourne Model
Centre are one of the largest stockists of
model boats
in England.
We currently have on display some 300
model boats
split between static 'Plank
on Frame and Radio Control kits.
In addition we stock a wide range of
model Boat fittings,
radios,
electric motors, and steam plants, plus many
other accessories for
model boats.
The site is split between this site and our .Com Site
with online buying
Westbourne-models.com
This is our new model boats ecommerce site and given time will be one of
the largest model boat sites on the net .
Lot of new Items added all the time
There is also a return to this site link so you can flit between the two
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pictures of our shop just to give you a small glimpse
of our very large range
of
model boats
from manufactures such as
Model Slipway
,Calder Craft ,Martin
Howes & Baylis,
Graupner,
Robbe,
New Marquette's,
though to the static model boats like
Nelsons navy
,
victory models
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Mantua
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Billings
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Corel
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New And Interesting Items
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.jpg) Vanguard
Nearly Here !!!
A new release is pending from Victory models hot on the
heels of there superb H.M.S Fly comes H.M.S Vanguard
This is of the 74 Gun ship of the line used by Nelson as
his Flagship at the battle of the Nile on the 1/2nd
August 1779.Vanguard was designed by Slade (of
Victory Fame )and was one of fourteen 3rd rate 74 Gun
ships which formed the Arrogant class.
This Kit will feature as with all Chris watton
designs many of his new innovations like pre cut gun
ports ,3d panelling , photo etched window frame's to
mention but a few .
Length O/A - 1171mm Height O/A - 895mm
Width O/A - 486mm
Expected In The Next Couple of weeks
Click link or image to see more Detail
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 Thunder
Tiger Neptune SB-1 Static Diving Submarine
Experience the mysteries of the deepThe NEPTUNE SB-1
is the first underwater RC model from Thunder Tiger.
Equipped with high technology operating equipment in the
inner hull tub,
covered by the bright yellow outer hull, the SB-1 will
let you enjoy the otherwise hidden wonders of the
underwater world.
Adopting a static diving system, operating the SB-1
is just like the real thing. The system is driven by a
ballast tank with pump & motor unit. Start the pump to
induct the water into the ballast tank. Control the
amount of water in the ballast tank, the submarine can
dive from the surface and stay underwater in static.
Using the propulsion power unit and full elevator and
rudder control, you can drive the submarine under water
with ease.
Specifications:
* Displacement : 7.7kg surface / 7.95kg submerged *
Overall length : 774mm * Beam : 290mm
* Draft : 200mm * Height : 285mm * Motor : 12v *
Propeller : 40mm pitch:41mm * Speed : 1.45knots surface
/ 1.08 knots submerged * Operating diving depth :
5M
* Max. Diving depth : 10M (mechanical limit)
Comes in two versions:
*KIT VERSION Sub only £299.00
*SUPER COMBO An almost ready to go Inc Radio , Main
Drive Batteries , Charger £399.00
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 America’s
Cup yacht, the ETNZ (Emirates Team Of New Zealand)
Introducing a famous America’s Cup yacht, the ETNZ
(Emirates Team Of New Zealand)
Nearly 20.000 man hours and over six months to build
this yacht, the ETNZ is now ready to change the 2007
regatta.
Thunder Tiger is authorized to replicate theETNZ in a 1M
model with fibreglass and the very latest finishing
technologies to make this yacht just like the real
thing. Get equipped and experience the the thrill of
sailing America’s Cup
Yacht. Features: * Pre painted fibreglass hull* "Tear
resist" racing sails* Aluminium booms and masts.* Low
drag stell ballast* Stand included
Specifications: * Length : 993mm* Beam : 172mm* Mast
height : 1306mm* Overall height : 1700mm* Overall weight
: 3.5kg
£175.00
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 New
Futaba 2.4Ghz Set
New From Futaba the 6EX 2.4GHz FASST™ Radio System
Futaba Advanced Spread Spectrum Technology
It's everything modellers want in a full-range 2.4GHz
system! Futaba has been using Spread Spectrum technology
for nearly 15 years in industrial R/C applications, so
they have the dedicated engineering staff with 2.4GHz
expertise. Unlike other manufacturers who started
offering 2.4GHz for hobby R/C models using off-the-shelf
IC chips, Futaba invested in extra research and
development - resulting in a system that uses a custom
IC chip that's ideally suited for the unique demands of
R/C modeling. When you discover all the advantages of
Futaba's 2.4GHz FASST system, you'll see that it was
worth the wait!
The 2.4GHz FASST system: offering the highest levels
of performance, convenience and "peace of mind" for
Model Boating airplane AND heli flyers!
Convenient, Worry-Free Operation - Now you can enjoy
the convenience of 2.4GHz operation with the quality and
reliability of Futaba! No more worry about someone
accidentally turning on another system on your
frequency. You can sail anywhere without concern for
conflict with another nearby radio system. And at the
Lake side there's no more waiting for your frequency
clip to become available… just turn it on and Sail!
Now Available
Price £150.00
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 FleetScale
H.M.S Victorious WWII Aircraft Carrier
FleetScale H.M.S Victorious WWII Aircraft Carrier HMS
Victorious (R38)Was the second Illustrious-class
aircraft carrier ordered under the 1936 Naval Programme.
She was laid down at the Vickers-Armstrong shipyard at
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne in 1937, and launched just two weeks
into World War II in 1939.Yet she was not commissioned
into the Royal Navy until 1941 due to an urgent and more
pressing need for escort vessels for service in the
Battle of the Atlantic.
H.M.S Victorious This is one of there most comprehensive
Semi kits that Fleetscale have done so far. Featuring a
Superbly moulded and detailed Glassfiber hull with most
of the larger apertures pre cut-out for you .
Along with that there is a full plan and building
instructions with this Semi Kit .There is also a whole
range of fittings for this hull including The island
(superstructure) semi-assembled.
Inc funnel and capalso with that there are various other
fittings packs covering different parts of the model
from deck fitting ,Armament to the ships away boats even
the aircraft sets are available .This is not a model
aimed at the beginner you really need to be at lest an
intermediate builder to be able to do this model .
Click the image to see more
details
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 Tipo
Riva Aqurama
New Wooden Kit from Amati , Tipo Riva Aquarama
Appeared on the market in 1963 as a development of the
twin engine Tritone. It is the last heir of the well
known tradition of mahogany runabouts.
In fact it is still built today as it was 30 years ago.
The kit includes:
Laser cut Wooden Hull, Double Planking, Similar Leather
Seats, Brass Chromed Parts, Detailed Interiors, Plans
and Instructions
Also can be made for Radio ControlAll modellers
wishing to build as R/C model will need to follow the
instructions given on the booklet.
Items Needed to make it into a Radio control
version
2 electric motors, 2 shafts and stern tubes, 2
propellers, 2 Rudders, 1 x electronic speed control.
Scale 1:10 - Total Length cm. 85
Available Soon
Price £299.98
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 Wet
Protect
Description
GRAUPNER wet-protect is a unique damp-guard spray which
has been proved to protect metallic, electrical and
electronic components effectively against all forms of
damp (vapour, humidity, condensation, spray, mist, rain,
"acid" rain, salt water etc.).
The material contains no resins, silicones, acrylics,
Teflon or aromatic substances.
GRAUPNER wet-protect behaves neutrally to standard
plastics (except PVC), rubber, glass, paint and
ceramics, and metals such as steel, stainless steel,
iron, aluminium, copper, zinc, brass and tin; it does
not attack windings or insulating lacquers. It is not
affected by tensides, but can be removed easily using
circuit board cleaner, brake cleaner or methylated
spirit.
It is immiscible with water, and does not emulsify.
GRAUPNER wet-protect is not susceptible to weathering
and temperature effects, and is fully effective in the
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 Trueblue
Radio Controlled Yacht From Graupner
A freelance model based on a 30 m luxury sailing yacht
with a Scale sloop rig.
Rectangular-section main boom, typical of current yacht
designs
The kit contains ready-made components which are quick
to assemble as no parts have to be trimmed or adjusted
included are Injection-moulded plastic hull and deck
,Lightweight aluminium mast, Keel bulb protected by
plastic fairings
No painting required ,Decal set included along with a
simple radio control installation making this an
exhalent first time model yacht .
Model supplied complete except for RC components which
are to be found on the list on the right hand side .
Light-wind sailing boat: up to wind strength 3
RC functions Rudder Sail setting both functions
proportional
Specification
Overall length approx. 1000 mm Beam approx.
220 mm Overall height approx. 1730 mm Sail
area approx. 0.47 m² All-up weight approx.
3.8 kg Scale approx. 1 : 30 |
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 Dutch
Courage
Is a representation of Dutch Pride
and Dutch Power, two of a series of tugs built in the
Netherlands in 2003/04.
Designed to operate in water depths not readily
accessible by conventional tugs of deeper draft these
vessels are suitable for a variety of applications
including towing, pushing, supply and survey work.
These tugs are fitted with a hydraulic telescoping deck
crane and the rear deck space allows for the
transportation of cargo, including containers. A feature
of the vessels is the push-bow with heavy duty rubber
fender. Crew complement: 6.
With many step-by-step assembly drawings, instructions
and main plans Dutch Courage will appeal to discerning
model makers and tug enthusiasts. It is not suitable for
the beginner to modelling. The kit contains all the
required parts to build the model (except for paints,
adhesives and the flag).
* A detailed Glassfiber hull and lower superstructure
* The wheelhouse deck, wheelhouse and deflector are
moulded in styrene as are the life raft canisters and
the stern roller
* Complete underwater gear, i.e. prop shafts,
propellers, rudders and fixed Kort nozzles
* A bow thruster tube
* A set of fittings manufactured from a high grade cast
alloy.
* Two frets of etched brass components including window
frames, wheelhouse interior details, stanchions, funnel
logos, mast ladder/cage etc.
* Printed parts for the decks, wheelhouse interior and
funnels. A printed wood deck overlay.
* A kit for the detailed deck crane. An anchor windlass
and a tow winch, both in kit form
* Plastic strips for deck supports, wire for railings,
push-bow fender, a set of tyres
* Self-adhesive vinyl lettering for model names.
Instructions, isometric drawings and plans.
A set of Crew Figures will be available separately.
Model Specification: Scale 1:32 -
Length o/a: 870 mm (34¼") - Beam: 285 mm
(11½")Displacement approx. 9 kg (19.8 lbs) -
Twin screw
Required for R/C (not included): 4-channel RC, speed
control, motors, couplings, battery and charger.
Cost £234.00
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 Graupner's
New Ready Made WP Smit Rotterdam
Premium line Ready Built Smit Rotterdam The Smit
Rotterdam
is one of the world's largest ocean-going tugs. Operated
by the SMITWIJS shipping company since 1975. The vessel
was designed specifically for towing oil drilling
platforms and immobilised ships.
The model expands the unique GRAUPNER PREMIUM line - a
range of extremely high-quality ready-made model boats.
To achieve this elevated quality the boat's hull is
moulded in strong GRP, while the superstructure consists
of laser-cut wooden and ABS parts. The model also
features a large number of small metal items, all ready-madeand
factory-installed. The hull, superstructure components,
masts and fittings feature a sprayed finish using
silk-matt paints, and the decals are already applied.
The boat's many detail features and fittings give it a
particularly convincing scale appearance.
Installation of the RC components is a fast,
straightforward task thanks to the three generous deck
openings. To prepare the model ready for running all you
have to do is install the RC system components and the
drive battery; complete a small number of soldered
joints, and the boat is ready for the water Pack
contents :Operating instructions with RC notes in
German, English and French. Factory-assembled model with
two electric motors, boat stand, small items.
RC functions :Rudder Proportional speed control, forward
/ reverse Specification: Overall length approx. 950 mm
,Beam approx. 200 mm ,Overall height approx. 500 mmAll-up
weight approx.8,5 kg ,Scale approx. 1 : 75 |
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U-16 Mini U-Boat
The U-16 is based on a submarine operated by the German
Federal Navy.
The sub features a real static diving system utilising a
vertical movement motor which controls a flood tank.
As the tank floods, the boat starts to sink under its
own weight; it surfaces using the same method. The
result is that the model can "hover" (remain stationary)
in the water.
Excellent manoeuvrability is obtained by the stern
thruster combined with the relatively short hull - the
model is shorter than scale. The drive battery can be
charged quickly and easily, as the switch socket doubles
as the charge socket. The two red searchlights glow when
the boat is running, making the model look truly
realistic. As the submarine is so small, it can easily
be operated in the bath or an aquarium.
Operating instructions in German, English and French.
Factory-assembled and painted model submarine, ready to
run; radio control transmitter, battery charger and
small items.RC functions :Right / left
steering ,Drive motors On / Off ,Fill / drain flood tank
Specification: Hull length approx.132 mm,Beam
approx. 33 mm, Height approx. 50 mm,All-up weight incl.
RC approx. 72 g
Max. diving depth approx. 0.5 m
£24.99
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 New
Charger From Pro Peak
New In this mains and 12 volt charger allows you to
charge Ni-Cads / Ni-Mh / Lead acid / Li-poly and Li-ion
.So you can charge at home of the mains or at the
field or lake on the 12 volt system .Making this a very
versatile system charging most of today's battery types
Spec's
input Voltage 11~15volt DC to 100~240Ac
1~14 Cells Nickel Cadmium / 1~14 Cells Nickel Metal
Hydride/ 1~5 Cells Lithium-ion/Lithium Polymer/ 1~6
Cells Lead Acid/ Charge Current 0.15amp in 100ma
steps/ Discharge current 0.11amp in 10ma steps/ Auto
Limited to 5w maximum )/ Trickle Charge Current
0200ma/ Charge Termination Zero Delta V , Peak
Detection for Ni-Cd /NiMh / Constant Current Constant
Voltage for lead Acid and Li-po/lon/ Cycling: Charge to
Discharge ,Discharge to Charge / Display: 2 Line LCD
Screen Blue backlit / Voltage Monitoring :Using EQ-6 +
Balancer only
£74.99
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