History
The Pono is a modern 80' harbor tug operated by Sause Bros. Towing of Coos Bay, Oregon. Pono is powerful, highly maneuverable and suited for a variety of ship assist, barge and ocean work. She is powered by 2 Caterpillar 3512 Diesels generating a total of 2,400 horsepower and is equipped with twin 6.7' dia. props inside kort nozzles. A special feature is the installation of 4 rudders behind the nozzles.
The Kit
The Harbor Models semi-kit includes:
-1-piece fiberglass hull with bulwarks and caprail molded on
-plywood deck and support beams
-fiberglass superstructure
-pilothouse
-pilothouse roof and two smokestacks
-full-size plans
-photoset
-Cast Polymer fittings set that includes doors, life rings with brackets, fire hose rack, hatches and more.
Specifications:
Scale: 1/24
Length: 40"
Beam: 14"
Optional Items:
Pono Photos: