Laika class Russian submarines, also known as the “puppy” class, are a curious bunch. They may not be the most advanced or powerful submarines in the Russian fleet, but they sure do have personality. Here are a few things you might not know about the Laika class:
launching missiles
First of all, the name “Laika” comes from the famous Russian space dog who was the first animal to orbit the Earth. It’s a fitting name, because the Laika class submarines are known for their small size and agility. They may not have the same firepower as some of the larger Russian subs, but they can slip in and out of tight spaces with ease.
Laika animations.
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Ladies and gentlemen, hold onto your periscopes, because we’ve got a real treat for you today. Our website owner here has made a 3D model of the infamous Red October submarine. Yes, you heard that right. The submarine that almost started World War III, but with a funny twist.
Red October
Now, I know what you’re thinking. “Why on earth would someone make a 3D model of a Russian submarine that doesn’t even exist?” Well, dear website visitors, I’ll tell you why. It’s because our website owner here has a serious obsession with all things submarine-related. And who can blame him? Submarines are basically like underwater spaceships, and who wouldn’t want to make a model of that? Before the model, lets talk about the movie first.
The submarine from the movie “The hunt for the Red October”
In 1990, Hollywood brought us the classic Soviet submarine thriller, “The Hunt for Red October.” Starring Sean Connery as a Russian submarine captain and Alec Baldwin as a CIA analyst, the film was a gripping Cold War tale of espionage and intrigue. But let’s be honest, it was also pretty darn funny.
For starters, the accents in this movie are absolutely hilarious. Sean Connery, a Scotsman, plays a Russian submarine captain who speaks English with a thick Scottish brogue. Meanwhile, Baldwin, an American, tries to sound like a Bostonian CIA analyst. The result is a lot of “Yahd” and “Cah” and “Pahked Cahs” that will have you giggling like a school kid.
But it’s not just the accents that make “The Hunt for Red October” such a comedic masterpiece. The film also has some truly ridiculous plot points. For example, at one point, the Russian submarine actually hides itself in the underwater canyons of the Atlantic Ocean. Because apparently, submarines can just disappear in a few hundred feet of water, no problem.
Continue reading for downloading the single piece hi rez STL. There is also a multi-piece version for easy printing and obtaining a model with animated parts, opening missile silo doors, escape pods, dive planes, propellers. You can get it from here. You can also get the our Typhoon and Red October sub models as a bundle with a reduced price from here.
Alfa class submarines were a series of nuclear-powered submarines developed and manufactured by the Soviet Union during the late 1970s and early 1980s. These submarines represented a major leap forward in submarine design and technology and were considered among the most advanced submarines of their time.
The Alfa class was designed for high-speed, deep-diving operations and was equipped with a state-of-the-art nuclear power plant that allowed the submarines to remain underwater for extended periods of time without the need to surface for air or refueling. The hull of the Alfa was made of high-strength steel and titanium. It was designed to withstand extreme water pressures at great depths, making these submarines ideal for deep-water operations.
One of the most distinctive features of the Alfa class was its innovative propulsion system. The submarines were powered by a liquid metal-cooled nuclear reactor that generated steam to drive a pair of high-speed turbines. This propulsion system allowed the Alfa class to achieve high speeds and excellent maneuverability, even at great depths. The submarines were also equipped with advanced sonar and radar systems, as well as a sophisticated fire control system that made them highly effective in both offensive and defensive operations.
3d printable model of the Alfa class on printable display stand.
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The Sierra I class submarines were a group of nuclear-powered attack submarines that were developed and produced by the Soviet Union during the late 1970s and early 1980s. These submarines were designed with the primary purpose of carrying out anti-ship and anti-submarine missions, and they were equipped with a range of advanced weapons and technologies that allowed them to fulfill their intended roles with great effectiveness.
Surfaced
The Sierra I class submarines were notable for their advanced propulsion systems, which utilized nuclear reactors to generate power for their propellers. This allowed these submarines to operate for extended periods of time without the need for refueling, making them ideal for long-range patrols and extended deployments. Additionally, the Sierra I class submarines were equipped with a number of advanced sensors, including sonar systems, radar systems, and periscopes, which allowed them to detect and track enemy vessels with great accuracy.
Another key feature of the Sierra I class submarines was their ability to operate in a wide range of environments, including deep water and shallow littoral waters. This versatility made them particularly useful for a variety of military missions, including reconnaissance, surveillance, and interdiction operations. Additionally, the Sierra I class submarines were equipped with a range of torpedoes, cruise missiles, and other weapons, which made them formidable opponents in any naval conflict.
Despite being a replacement for many types of SSBNs, Borei-class submarines are much smaller than those of the Typhoon class in both volume[8] and crew (24,000 tons opposed to 48,000 tons and 107 personnel as opposed to 160 for the Typhoons). In terms of class, they are more accurately a follow-on for the Delta IV-class SSBNs.
I’ve made this model both for display purposes and for R/C enhusiasts. There are two separate file packs for each purpose. Display model is approximately 21cms long to fit most 3d printers. Surely it can be enlarged as you wish if you have a large enought printer. The RC model consists of a shell and dive-rudder planes. It is approximately 1 meters long and has 1mm thickness.
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The Leyland-MCW B36D was an underfloor-engined single-deck bus manufactured for at least eighteen countries from 1949 to 1971. 3,564 samples were built at four factories (three in the UK, one in South Africa) from 1949 to 1971, with 1,299 Olympics (36%) built as right hand drive and 2,265 (64%) as left hand drive. It was a very durable heavy-duty bus which ran in arduous conditions for longer periods than ever envisaged by its designers.
300 of these B36D vehicles sold to the Istanbul municipal bus fleet in 1968/9 were named Leyland-MCW Levend, a word meaning a crack soldier. They served nearly to the year 2000. None were preserved 🙁
Here is Levend.
I’ve made a printable 3d model of the legendary bus which I’ve spent most part of my childhood and youth in it, travelling from place to place in Istanbul.
The bus model is animated, it has opening doors, running wheels, wipers, steering, suspension etc.
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Here is a new robot vacuum for you. It is a mini with 150mm diameter so 3d printer friendly. Can be produced with most printers in one piece. Easy to assemble and produce by using reasonably priced standard parts. Get it and enjoy.
it has space for two motors, vacuum fan, 2 switches and upto 2 18650 batteries.
A single 50mm fan is used for generating the suction. Continue reading for more info, renders and STL files.
USS Nautilus (SSN-571) was the world’s first operational nuclear-powered submarine and the first submarine to complete a submerged transit of the North Pole on 3 August 1958.
Because her nuclear propulsion allowed her to remain submerged far longer than diesel-electric submarines, she broke many records in her first years of operation and traveled to locations previously beyond the limits of submarines. In operation, she revealed a number of limitations in her design and construction. This information was used to improve subsequent submarines.
Deep Submergence Vessel NR-1 was a unique United States Navy (USN) nuclear-powered ocean engineering and research submarine, built by the Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics at Groton, Connecticut. NR-1 was launched on 25 January 1969, completed initial sea trials 19 August 1969, and was home-ported at Naval Submarine Base New London. NR-1 was the smallest nuclear submarine ever put into operation. The vessel was casually known as “Nerwin” and was never officially named or commissioned. The U.S. Navy is allocated a specific number of warships by the U.S. Congress, but AdmiralHyman Rickover avoided using one of those allocations for the construction of NR-1 in order to circumvent the oversight that a warship receives from various bureaus. More info on Wikipedia.
Submarine 3d Model
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This is a 3d printable model of the well known NR-1. The details are as faithful to the real thing as much as 3d printing requirements allow. The model details are improved for enabling an easier printing with minimal supports. There is also a 1meter hull available for R/C model builders.
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The Paltus-class submarine is a Russian special purpose mini-submarine of project 1851.1. Two boats were completed – AS-21 and AS-35 as a follow up of the single “X-Ray”-class boat AS-23 (Project 1851).
X-ray with various gripper options
The surface displacement is approximately 300 tons with a length of 98 feet (30 m). The propulsion comes from nuclear power with the operating depth in excess of 3,800 feet (1,200 m). The designer, according to Polmar was Sergei Bavilin who had designed the earlier diesel electric Project 865/Piranya small submarine of similar dimensions
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