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1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
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Author:  Dr Hoon [ Tue Aug 20, 2019 1:41 pm ]
Post subject:  1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
Hello everyone! My first post here so I'll try to be brief and to the point. I'm scratch- building an H0 scale waterline model of a Polish freighter Wejherowo. I've decided to build this as an addition to my H0 model train layout, which in itself is a loose interpretation of Gdansk area, including a sea port. This is my first scratch-built ship model, so I apologize in advance if the quality is not top notch, all I can say is that mistakes were made and lessons were learned :)

I will add detailed pics of the build so far, but let me start with a couple pictures of the original in action

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Author:  Dr Hoon [ Tue Aug 20, 2019 2:00 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
Creation of the hull and cabin

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Author:  Dr Hoon [ Tue Aug 20, 2019 2:07 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
Work on the cabin
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Author:  Dr Hoon [ Tue Aug 20, 2019 3:23 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
Painted hull being test fitted to the dock on my train layout. Yes, it's a tight fit!

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Author:  Dr Hoon [ Tue Aug 20, 2019 3:27 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
Test fitting 3D printed cargo hold hatches. Rear one is modeled open, the front one closed. The hatch panels have attachment points that fit most ready-made H0 scale containers.

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Author:  Dr Hoon [ Tue Aug 20, 2019 3:30 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
Installing 3D printed on-board cranes and booms

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Author:  Dr Hoon [ Tue Aug 20, 2019 3:34 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
Installing rigging lifts and lines. All the lift motor spools are manually windable with a use of a small key. Likewise the front crane has two spools hidden inside its body so the position can be adjusted.

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Author:  Dr Hoon [ Tue Aug 20, 2019 3:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
And as the model sits right now. Additional details include railing, winches, upper sides of the hull, bollards, etc.

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Still tons of work left to do, including cabin finishing touches, stairs, mooring lines.

All the 3D element designs are available on thingiverse in case they come in useful for anyone here

https://www.thingiverse.com/DrHoon/designs
Author:  Jabberwock [ Wed Aug 21, 2019 4:06 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:87 Freighter Wejherowo - Waterline model
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When I first looked at this, I thought it a real life photo!

That says it all!

Cheers, Jabb
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