Summary
This scale model of the antarctic research vessel HMAS Wyatt Earp was made by John B. Walker, a professional ship model-maker and former employee of the ship construction branch of the Department of the Navy. It was purchased by the Museum in 1958. The Museum also holds the ship's clock used on the 1947-1948 Antarctic voyage.
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Acquisition Information
Purchase
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Classification
Water transport, Internal combustion power - motor vessels, Model motor vessels - exploration
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Overall Dimensions
970 mm (Length), 270 mm (Width), 470 mm (Height)
Hull width is 180mm, height from waterline to deck is 30mm, hull length is 940mm, hull length at waterline is 850mm.
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