Photo of OcCre Hercules Tugboat 1:50 wooden model ship kit (61002) with RC-ready construction
Photo of OcCre Hercules Tugboat 1:50 wooden model ship kit (61002) with RC-ready construction
Photo of OcCre Hercules Tugboat 1:50 wooden model ship kit (61002) with RC-ready construction
Photo of OcCre Hercules Tugboat 1:50 wooden model ship kit (61002) with RC-ready construction
A detailed model of a tugboat, shown from an elevated rear angle on a clean white background. The boat features a dark reddish-brown hull, a white superstructure, a black deck, and a gold-colored brass propeller.
A detailed model of a tugboat, featuring a prominent orange and black smokestack, a white superstructure, and a dark red hull, photographed against a seamless white background.
A detailed model of a tugboat, shown from a side angle against a plain white background. The boat features a dark reddish-brown hull, a white upper deck, a prominent orange smokestack, and black details including rigging, fenders, and an American flag flying from the mast.
A close-up of a detailed model boat deck, featuring a reddish-brown wooden floor, black hull, brass and steel nautical equipment including an anchor, winch, and chains, and the name 'HERCULES' printed on the side.
A hand holding a small white accessory piece next to a detailed model ship with a brown hull, white deck, and orange smokestack on a white background.
A close-up of a detailed model tugboat, featuring a dark red and white hull, a white deck, a small American flag, and realistic nautical accessories like ropes and cleats, set against a plain white background.
A detailed model of the tugboat Hercules, featuring a black hull, a dark red superstructure, and a bright orange smokestack, photographed against a seamless white background.
A detailed model ship set on a white background, featuring a long dark brown and black vessel, a smaller white and orange tugboat, and several small accessories.
A wooden model of a longship boat shown from two angles: a side view with a smokestack and rigging, and a lower front/side view showing the interior structure, all on a clean white background.
A wooden model kit laid out on a white background, including wooden sticks, engraved panels, screws, nuts, washers, and an instruction sheet.

Hercules Tugboat 1:50 OcCre (61002)

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OcCre Hercules Tugboat Model Ship Kit 1:50 (61002) – Wooden RC-Ready Scale Model

Product Description

Build one of the most famous steam-powered tugboats in maritime history with the OcCre Hercules Tugboat 1:50 Model Ship Kit (61002). This beautifully engineered wooden model recreates the legendary Hercules, a working steam tug launched in 1907 that served along the American West Coast before becoming a preserved National Historic Landmark.

Designed for both experienced ship modellers and ambitious beginners, the kit combines laser-cut wooden parts, precision cast metal fittings and detailed plans to produce an impressive display model over 915 mm long. The model can be built as a static display piece or prepared for radio control (RC) thanks to specially designed access points and included propulsion hardware.

OcCre's renowned building system includes step-by-step HD instructions, multilingual manuals and detailed video tutorials, making construction enjoyable and straightforward. The model is also compatible with the OcCre LED Lighting Kit (55010) for an even more realistic appearance.

Whether you're interested in historic working vessels, steam-powered ships or RC model boats, the Hercules is an outstanding addition to any collection.

History of the Hercules Tugboat

Built in 1907 for the San Francisco Shipowners and Merchants Tug Company, the Hercules became one of the most capable ocean-going steam tugboats operating on the Pacific Coast.

Throughout her working career she towed sailing ships, barges and heavy cargo between ports on the American West Coast and Hawaii. She also supported the construction of the Panama Canal by transporting equipment across the Pacific.

One of Hercules' most dramatic missions came in 1947, when she helped tow the hull of the former battleship USS Oklahoma from Hawaii to California. During a violent storm the battleship began sinking, and Hercules narrowly escaped being dragged beneath the sea before the towline finally broke free.

Today, Hercules is preserved at the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, where visitors can admire one of the finest surviving steam tugboats in the world.

Key Features

  • Official OcCre Hercules Tugboat wooden model kit
  • Scale 1:50
  • Finished model measures 915 mm long
  • Can be built as a static display model or converted for RC operation
  • Includes propeller, propeller shaft and rudder components for RC installation
  • Deck openings provide easy access to radio control equipment
  • Compatible with OcCre LED Lighting Kit (55010)
  • High-quality laser-cut wooden parts
  • Realistic cast metal fittings
  • Includes wooden display stand and engraved nameplate
  • Detailed scale plans included
  • Step-by-step HD photographic instructions
  • Video building tutorials
  • Instructions available in five languages
  • Parts identification sheets and complete parts list
  • Lifetime manufacturer warranty

Summary

The OcCre Hercules Tugboat 1:50 (61002) is a premium wooden model ship kit that faithfully recreates the famous American steam tug. Featuring laser-cut wooden components, realistic cast fittings, RC-ready construction, optional LED lighting compatibility and comprehensive video tutorials, it offers an enjoyable building experience and produces an impressive museum-quality display model for any maritime collection.

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