How We Design Kits

Design and Fabrication Services at Modeller’s Workshop

Design and fabrication services at Modeller’s Workshop include designing and fabricating parts for a variety of scale models, including large R/C sailing yachts, models designed specifically to meet racing specifications, and for an assortment of other interests.

A Few of our large-scale R/C sailboats

Big R/C boats look great on the water. Two things make an R/C boat look like the real thing when it’s on the water; the amount of water being displaced, and the amount of sail area the boat can carry for a given wind strength. Bigger models look much better on the water and where else can one get a hundred-inch model? We are here to help create big models.

		John G. Alden Malabar VI, in 1:12 scale Project requests included: 10% more volume below the waterline A centerboard well. Doubling of the number of stations in the drawing. 3/16″ offset for hull planking Click here to get to the design page.
		1851 Schooner America, in 1:20 scale Project requests include: Deepening of the keel by 1.75″ while keeping the shape as little changed as possible. 20 frames 1/8″ offset for planking Click here to get to the design page.
		1983 12mR Liberty, designed by Johan Valentjin, at 34 inches Project requests include: cockpit structure thin deck template 1/16 inch offset for planking Click here to get to the design page.

A Selection of AMYA J-class yachts, 1:16 scale R/C models

These models range from about 93 inches to almost 105 inches. Builders come to Modeller’s Workshop for the precision of our designs, for the direct contact with the design team, and for our extensive yacht racing experience.

		1935 Frank C. Paine Design “A” Project scope includes: Incorporating builder’s Autocad files Adding extra bulkhead for mast support Click here for design page.
		1930 Frank C. Paine Design Yankee Project scope includes: Under-deck supports for shrouds Complete deck template and deck structures Detailed 2D drawing Keel shape based on recent research Click here for design page.
		1930 Starling Burgess Design Enterprise Project scope: Extra bulkhead for mast support Adjusting design to meet contemporary research reducing bulkhead thickness to meet builder’s requirements Click here for design page.

Power boats and other models

We are always interested in producing an unusual, and unique piece, for a modeller. Here is a small cross-section of some of our more interesting projects.

		1927 George Crouch Design, Miss Massacusetts Hydroplane, in 1:3 scale Builder’s requests: Double-thickness frames wverywhere Keel with space for propeller shaft Click here for design page.
		Bulk-Carrier Ship Model for N-scale Train Layout Modeller’s requests: Maximum 1400 mm length Flat bottom for diorama Superstructure openings for lighting Click here for design page.
		Western Stage-coach, in 1:6 scale Project scope: Unlimited use of materials Complete freedom of design Metal and fabric parts not included Click here for design page.
		Decks for Titanic, in 1:144 scale Project scope: All outside decks Other items still being defined New project Click here for design page
		Aphrodite Commuter Launch, in 1:12 scale Project Scope: Clean-sheet redesign 74″ total length Over 250 laser-cut parts! Click here for design page.