Thornycroft Coastal Motor Boats

Posted on 12 February 2026 by yonetici in 3d models, Ships, Vehicle Models, Vehicles | Leave a comment

Speed, Innovation, and Our 1:16 Scale RC-Ready 70ft Model

At the dawn of modern naval warfare, speed became a weapon in its own right. Among the earliest and most daring embodiments of this philosophy were the Thornycroft Coastal Motor Boats (CMBs)—lightweight, high-speed attack craft developed by John I. Thornycroft & Company during the First World War.

Designed for surprise torpedo attacks against much larger enemy ships, CMBs were radical machines for their time. Built with lightweight wooden hulls and powered by powerful petrol engines, they achieved remarkable speeds while maintaining a shallow draft suitable for coastal and confined operations. Their missions required precision, courage, and mechanical reliability. These boats were not built for comfort or endurance—they were built for speed and impact.

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