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Hello All,

I am new to the forum, and would like to introduce my project: I am building a 1/32 Scale USS Missouri (BB-63). This model will be fully operational in regards to functions of Coarse, Speed, Functional Radar, Gun Directors, with .50 cal main guns firing flash-bang ammunition. All functions will be under remote command and fully monitored from a shore CIC video command consoles. She will be almost 28 ft in length with a beam of over 40". All design is being generated using SolidWorks CAD and Simulation. Main hull and Superstructure material will be Stainless Steel.

More details to follow. . .

I look forward to sharing my progress with all of you.

V-CAT NAVAL SHIPYARD

vcatnavalmodels.com

I can't wait for this one .

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this should be impressive.

Had a look at your web-site..

http://www.vcatnavalmodels.com/


most impressive stuff--the hull section assembly looks razor sharp!!

Please do posta photo or three of your current tangible and virtual status

Regards

Jim Baumann

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This will be the most impressive model I have seen .Question do you find working with stainless steel a real challenge?
How do you intend to transport 28ft of model? I remember many years ago a Brit Duncan Cameron building and sailing a 29ft model of the carrier HMS Invincible. To get the model into the water he employed either a crane or sling or just sailed it to the venue. Recently at an event involving big models at Ellesmere Port in the UK there where 4 tankers and 2 bulk carriers the largest being 20ft. and an 18ft long model of HMS Daring all having to negotiate a dock system to the same scale. But 28ft is staggeringly big!!! I shall be taking a close interest in this project.
Dave Wooley

Sir,
Where did you get the drawings/plans for the Mk34 directors, 5", and 40mm mounts?
I am attempting to draw in Solidworks the island section of an Essex class CV.

Respectfully,
Andy Doty

Would you need to register this weapon??? Magazine capacity????LOL.lol

You know you will be considered insane right? LOL
BTW....I have seen the photos online of your hull framing.
Very nice.

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