| HO-1125 – Sylvan Scale Models
81 feet long – waterline – resin model in HO scale.
Actual Length: 10-7/8″ Width: 3-3/16″
The Motor Vessel White Swan was built in 1922 by Burger Boat Works of Manitowoc, Wisconsin for William Williamson and sailed for the Oriental Mills, also of Manitowoc, makers of White Swan Brand flour. She was used to haul flour in bags and barrels for delivery to customers on Lake Michigan. While she looks like a steamboat at first glance she was powered by 4 cylinder diesel engine, likely a Kallenburg which were built in Wisconsin and were common in fish tugs. In 1946 she was sold to the Lyons Transportation Company and used to haul logs from Northern Michigan and Wisconsin. Some time in the early 1950s she was repowered with a newer diesel engine, make unknown.
In November 29, 1956 she went aground and was wrecked at Ile aux Galets (Skillagallee) in northern Lake Michigan, while bound for Petosky, Michigan from Lime Island. The engine was salvaged the following spring and the hulk was allowed to slip into deep water and sank.
NOTE: We have a fully built-up and finished model in stock of this kit. This model is available for purchase for $445.00, plus mailing, packing, and insurance, which will be determined once the buyer’s address and other special request are known.
This model, built to our specifications, is completely ready to place on your layout, diorama, bookshelf or mantle. If possible, arrange with us for pickup in the NH Seacoast area or possibly at the yearly Amherst Railway Society Inc. Hobby Show at the Big E in Springfield, MA. late January. Either of these two delivery options would minimize or eliminate the shipping cost. If interested in purchasing this built-up model call us at 603-498-3849, to confirm price, availability, and other specifics. At that time, we will provide you, if necessary, with additional photos of the specific built-up model you will be purchasing.
Note: This kit is also available in “O” Scale – See under Sylvan Boat kits – O-3125 is the kit number.
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