H.M.S. Titanic R/C 1/144

The BILLING BOATS model kit :

The kit includes all laser-cut wooden parts and fittings. Two sets of assembly instructions, each comprising 42 pages, with step-by-step diagrammatic assembly. Traditional construction using frames and planking.

The installation of the engines and the outer shafts is already planned. The engines are not included in the kit.

The central propeller is designed as a dummy and remains firm. The hull is covered with a layer of wooden strips and sanded. Only then are the lasered strips with the innumerable portholes put on.

In addition to the countless and wonderfully detailed laser components, the large etching plates with window frames and ornaments are a special eye-catcher for the builder.

Kit contents
- Lasered wood panels
- Various strips for the planking etc.
- Four large plates with photoetched parts
- Chimneys made of brass
- Complete fitting kit made of brass. Only the lifeboats and anchors are made of plastic.
- Brass ship screws and stern tube and shaft
- Takelgarn
- Flag set
- 2 plots with plan view, side and rear view in the scale 1: 1
- Specifications in the DIN A3 format with parts list, reduced illustrations of the glued wooden panels and photo etched parts, notes on color design, 62 sheets of drawings with information on the series sequence, many detailed drawings and instructions for installing the - remote control.

The equipment required for boat navigation is not included, such as motors, speed controllers, drive shafts, servos, batteries, and the remote control. These items need to be purchased separately.

All the accessories for the remote control are available below in the section titled "Items you might need."

However, this model is intended for experienced modelers.

History of the TITANIC:

The Titanic was a luxurious British ocean liner renowned for being the largest and most luxurious of its time. It is tragically famous for colliding with an iceberg and sinking during its maiden voyage in April 1912, leading to one of the greatest maritime disasters in history.

Construction and Specifications:
The Titanic was built at the Harland & Wolff shipyards in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Its construction began in 1909 and was completed in 1912.
The Titanic measured approximately 269 meters in length and 28 meters in width.
It had nine decks and could accommodate over 2,400 passengers and crew members.

The Titanic was known for its luxury and comfort at that time. It offered cabins for first, second, and third-class passengers.
First-class passengers enjoyed spacious areas, elegant dining rooms, lavish suites, and other luxurious amenities.
The ship also provided modern facilities for its time, such as a swimming pool, a gymnasium, lounges, a library, and more.

The Titanic departed from Southampton, England, on April 10, 1912, for its maiden voyage to New York, USA.
However, the ship struck an iceberg on the night of April 14-15, 1912, in the North Atlantic and began taking on water.

Despite the crew's efforts to plug the leaks and evacuate passengers, the ship sank into the cold waters of the Atlantic.
The lack of lifeboats and confusion during the evacuation contributed to the high death toll.
More than 1,500 people lost their lives in the sinking.

The Titanic's sinking had a significant impact on maritime regulations, leading to safety reforms for ships and life-saving equipment.
It also captured the public's imagination and has been widely discussed in media, literature, and cinema over the decades.

The Titanic continues to hold enduring fascination and interest worldwide, bearing witness to the human tragedy and technology of its era. Books, documentaries, and films, including James Cameron's renowned 1997 movie, have helped perpetuate the story of the Titanic.