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Watch the Kestral sailing (they share the same hull so perform equally well)
Merlin Cabin Cruiser
Length: 25"
Beam: 8"
Recommended Motor: 600 brushed / equivalent brushless
Recommended Battery: 2S LiPo or 6 cell NiMh
Radio control: Minimum 2 channel
Pre-cut servo trays for Hitec HS225BB and Etronix ET2015
Can be supplied with a matching motor and coupling
A high quality, ball bearing, fan cooled Johnson motor pre-wired and fitted with recommended capacitors so it just plugs into an MTroniks or similar speed controller, no soldering is required.
This motor is for use with either a 2 cell LiPo battery or a 6 cell NiMh battery, higher voltage batteries should not be used as they may cause damage.
Complete with mounting screws/washes and a high quality HUCO style universal coupling.
Comprehensive Kit Including Fittings
Easy construction model boat kit
Over 100 precision CNC cut plywood parts, all strip-wood and dowels.
Realistic routed deck planking.
Pre-drilled mountings for various motor options.
CNC routed windows and window frames.
Mahogany grab rails.
A fitted stand with rope handles and protective felt strips.
A wooden ship's wheel, quality nickel plated cleats and davits and a turned brass ships horn.
A brass rudder and tiller assembly and ready-made adjustable servo linkage.
A stainless steel and brass prop-shaft with glass cloth to secure it.
A water scoop, outlet and silicone pipe for a realistic jet of water when under way, can also be used to cool the ESC or motor if required (longer pipe will be needed).
Note the lights, prop, radio gear and battery used on the prototype are NOT included in the kit.
Further parts will need to be purchased to complete the boat as shown.
All sheet parts are supplied precisely CNC cut, no need to trace plans or fret out printed parts.
Unique rapid self-jigging construction that requires no clamping or jigs
This is the structure fitted together with no glue whatsoever!
You don't need a building jig, just a simple flat surface.
Nor do you need lots of clamps as with most kits.
Watch the videos below to see how easy it is to build.
Deck planking is routed in, not just scorched like laser kits
Construction Video Part 1
We've produced a comprehensive series of videos that detail the entire construction of the Kestral.
There's no need to interpret cryptic plans or follow incoherent instructions leaflets, it's all there in the videos to watch.
The Merlin and Kestral share the same hull so videos 1-4 cover both, only video 5 differs.
Construction Video Part 2
Construction Video Part 3
Construction Video Part 4
Construction Video Part 5 - The Cabin
Check the box contents for the complete Merlin kit
Find parts within the birch ply panels for the complete Merlin kit
Check the box contents for the Merlin Cabin Only kit
Find parts within the birch ply panels for the Merlin Cabin Only kit
Supplementary Build Info to Support the Videos
Merlin 25" Kit
£150.00
(£10.00 shipping)
The complete kit is only £150
Insured UK Delivery by Parcelforce 48 is £10
We usually ship from stock, but it may take up to 2 weeks if we're out of stock. If you require it earlier please email us.
Merlin 25" Kit with Motor and Coupling
£175.00
(£10.00 shipping)
The complete kit is only £175
Insured UK Delivery by Parcelforce 48 is £10
We usually ship from stock, but it may take up to 2 weeks if we're out of stock. If you require it earlier please email us.
Merlin 25" Cabin Only Kit (No Hull Included)
£35.00
(£6.00 shipping)
The Merlin Cabin is available on its own so you can convert a Kestral to a Merlin, £35 plus £6 for UK postage.