Lewek Kea, Hull (1:200, RC)

Parts in "Versatile Plastic" material to complete the model of the  anchor handling tug "Lewek Kea" in 1:200 scale:

• hull

To complete the ship, four different sets of 3D prints are needed:

• Hull  (this set)
• Superstructure
• Details 1 of 2 (parts in Versatile Plastic Processed)
• Details 2 of 2 (parts in Fine Detail Plastic)

If you want to add functionality to the model, two sets of prints are available to help you make the radar work and to make the main winch work:

• Working Winch AddOn
  adapted parts to make the main winch rotate using a small geared motor,
  check the description for the required gears and motor
• Working Radar AddOn
  mount to install a radar motor inside the superstructure to turn the main radar
  see the description for the required motor

A display stand is currently not available (yet).

Size of the model:
  length:     24 cm
  width:      6.5 cm

The "Lewek Kea" and her sister ship "Lewek Kestrel"  are typical examples for modern anchor handling tugs.  Operated by EMAS Offshore Limited, they are used for a variety of tasks, such as anchor handling, towage, safety  services, seismic  exploration and emergency services. Both vessels are therefore equipped with a variety of winches and emergency equipment.
 
Technical details of the original
    length  48m
    beam    13m
    tonnage 1060 tons

The model is designed in 1:200 scale. It can be built as a model for static display or as a working RC boat. It is set up to enable radio control functions (RC), with the twin shaft propulsion in kort nozzles, the twin rudder and the bow thruster fully functional. As the model is rather small, the model can only be used in  quiet water conditions. Additionally, the radar and lights can be set up to work, additional function such as the lower winch can be added by a skilled modeller, too. However, this model is not set up to be ready to run, it requires refinement and is only suitable for skilled model builders.

To complete the boat as an radio controlled model, further components are needed. It requires the advanced skills and experience to complete this. For the drive, the following parts are needed:

• one 4 / 5 gram servo for steering (e.g. https://www.banggood.com/de/4X-TowerPro-SG51R-5g-Plastic-Gear-Digital-Micro-Servo-For-RC-Airplane-p-1010677.html)
• two motors N20 (DC Ø 12mm x 15mm) for main propulsion (e.g. by KKPMO)
• two shafts of 68mm length (recommended: Graupner 413 or MB3080 by Modellbau Berthold)
• two propellers of no more than 16mm diameter (recommended: STEBA 7316 and 7317 propellers)
• coupling hose (recommended: Robbe R 1386)
• micro motor M700 (7x16mm) for bow thruster (e.g.by  KKPMO)
•  gears for bow thruster drive (M0.4, 10 teeth and 15 teeth, 2mm wide, 1mm holes)  (see KKPMO)
• RC system, batteries and controllers of your own choice, preferably a small system with a low weight

An assembly manual, a set of drawings and further informations can be found on my website (download section): http://www.microboathobby.com/  

Information on the original:
    Photo series on Shipspotting
    Lewek Kea profile on EMAS website
    Lewek Kestrel profile on EMAS website