Revell Germany sends us News of a very interesting new addition to their scale model ship kits, 1/200 Smit Houston.

This ocean-going harbour tug, which is over 67 m long, is capable of towing large stranded ships over a large distance with its super power.

16 thousand hp that power the vessel are provided by two Stork-Werkspoor TM-410 turbocharged Diesel engines. Overall control of this high-tech modern tug can be achieved from both the bridge and from the air-conditioned engine control room.

Model details
Scale 1:200
Release date 07/2007
No. of parts 150
Skill Level 9

Original details
Type description Harbour tug boat
Year/Period 1977
Origin NL
Engine capacity 11760 kW
Speed 16 kn
Weight 2168 t