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(Working Vessel) Doris

Listed by ChrisG ·

Specifications

Boat Length
40" (101.60 cm)
Motor Type
Brushed
Drive Type
Direct
Props
Single
Battery Type
LiFe
Prop Type
3 Blade
Prop Size
325mm

Photos

About this boat

Doris is built plank on frame and is a copy of the Thames Bawley by the same name, number LO284. The original which is still afloat in Gillingham Kent was built in 1909 in Harwich by J & H Cann for Leigh on Sea publican Mr Choppin who named the ship after his favourite daughter.
Dimensions of the original 40ft length 14ft beam 5ft 6in draft, weight not known.
The model is a dream and looks really good, she sails well and the motor is only to help her 'about' when she is feeling challenging and to bring her ashore if and when the wind dies.
I have no r/c control of the sails which is something I am still considering as a consequence she goes everywhere on a broad reach her best sailing position anyway.
I do hope you like her thanks for looking Chris G (8/10)

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