Built in 1968-73 in the German Democratic Republic for service in the North Sea and Baltic seaports, these coasters were designed as multi-purpose carriers, handling diverse cargoes such as wood, paper, grain, etc.

4-hatch Coaster (Kit Ref. MS-21) with Articulated Mechanical Digger and Travelling Gantry. The hatch is made up of four sections which fold vertical to allow the digger full access to the hold. The hatch sections may be glued together to form one large cover which lifts off in one piece.

Model Specifications: Single Screw - Scale 1:50 - Length 1005mm (39.5") - Beam 204mm (8") - Displacement approx. 10 kg.

Kit Contents: a detailed glassfibre hull. Running gear i.e. propshaft, rudder, brass propeller. Accurate CNC-machined and printed plastic styrene for decks and hatches, superstructure and wheelhouse; thermo-formed lifeboats. Metal kit for the anchor windlass. A fully articulating digger kit and gantry. A set of cast alloy fittings and etched brass components including brass handrail stanchions. All necessary, wire, rod, chain and dowel for masts etc. Three main plans; excellent building instructions with numerous assembly drawings. Paints and adhesives are not provided. Tools will be required to complete. This kit is recommended for model makers with some experience.