British K-class submarines

Posted on 30 April 2024 by yonetici in 3d models, General, Products, Submarine, Toys, Vehicle Models, Vehicles | Comments Off

They were a series of steam-propelled submarines built for the Royal Navy during World War I. However, they were notorious for being plagued with design flaws and accidents.

These submarines were much larger than their predecessors, with the intention of carrying a significant number of torpedoes and having longer endurance. However, they were beset with issues such as instability, poor handling characteristics, and mechanical failures. The most infamous incident involving the K-class submarines was the Battle of May Island in 1918, where a collision during a night exercise led to the loss of two submarines and 104 crew members.

Later higher bow is also included, it is glued on to the standard bow.

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Sultanhisar Torpedo Boat

Posted on 14 April 2024 by yonetici in 3d models, Boats, General, Products, Toys, Vehicle Models, Vehicles | Comments Off

Sultanhisar was a torpedo boat of the Ottoman Navy. She was built in 1907 by Schneider & Cie in Chalon-sur-Saône, France, and transferred the same year to Turkey (more info on Schneider 38m class torpedo boats). She is best known for her action during the Gallipoli Campaign of World War I as she sank Royal Australian Navy submarine HMAS AE2 in the Sea of Marmara and captured her crew.

As of 16 October 1912, Sulthanisar was assigned to the Bosporus Fleet Command. From 19 December 1912 on, she served at the Armoured Warship Division.

During the naval operations in the Dardanelles Campaign of World War I, the torpedo boat Sultanhisar was tasked with patrolling in the Dardanelles Strait. In addition, she daily transported German general Otto Liman von Sanders, who was the adviser and military commander of the Ottoman Army, between Eceabat and Gallipoli. On 29 April 1915, she received orders to return to Constantinople by sailing along the west coast of the Sea of Marmara. On the way, Commander Ali Rıza Bey changed his route and sailed eastwards in response to reports of the presence of a possible enemy submarine in that area.

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The Epic Sea Battle of AE-2 Submarine and Sultanhisar Torpedo Boat

Posted on 13 April 2024 by yonetici in 3d models, Boats, General, Submarine, Toys, Vehicle Models, Vehicles | Comments Off

In the annals of naval history, there are battles that stand out not just for their strategic significance but also for the sheer audacity and courage displayed by the sailors involved. One such remarkable encounter took place during World War I in the waters of the Marmara Sea, where the Australian submarine AE-2 faced off against the formidable Sultanhisar torpedo boat, creating a saga of bravery and maritime prowess.

The stage was set in April 1915, a time when the Great War was raging across Europe and its theaters extending into the Mediterranean. The Ottoman Empire, a key player in the conflict, controlled vital sea routes in the eastern Mediterranean, posing a threat to Allied shipping and military operations. The Allies, including Australia, were keen to establish naval dominance in these waters.

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British E-class submarine 1m model

Posted on 07 April 2024 by yonetici in 3d models, Boats, Submarine, Vehicle Models, Vehicles | Comments Off

In the murky depths of World War I’s naval battlegrounds, a silent but deadly force emerged—the British E-class submarines. These underwater marvels redefined warfare, lurking beneath the waves to strike fear into enemy fleets. Let’s dive deep into their captivating story!

Below is our 1 meter long 3d printable model. Download a free version at the end of this article.

The Birth of the Stealth Warriors Picture a time when submarines were the stuff of science fiction, yet the Royal Navy dared to dream bigger. Enter the E-class submarines, born from a vision of stealth and precision. With sleek designs and cutting-edge technology, they were the navy’s hidden trump cards.