I just saw this thread that was started 8 years ago, about a very interesting model power boat that was made by SHG in the midlands.

The question regarding the choice of engine that the original thread mentioned was what my answer would have been directed at.

In short the Meteor 40 would probably have just as much (or more) power than the Merco 61, and "upgrading" to a Merco 49 would probably not be an "upgrade" at all!

The Merco engines were good value for money and they were made here in the UK, but that is probably the only two good reasons for buying one as they were quite old fashioned when they were new and were never considered to be the most powerful in their class.

Back in the late 1960's when I was still a poorly paid apprentice, I was really pleased to be able to afford to buy a new Merco 61 engine to fit in my Aerokits Swordsman and is why I remember it with some fondness, but my OS40 Marine was nicer to use and could have been just as powerful - probably better!

Good luck finding yourself an SHG Black Tornado - it looks like it is a nice Classic Model Power Boat.

Bob.

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I 'd like to find a SHG Black Tornado. Could you help me? Hi ow can i send a message to all members? I am new here
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many. thanks Vortex for info they are both as good as each other prob. go with Meteor 40 to start with and then take it from there regards

im not an expert but dont think either would be out of place, id personally fit the one thats easiest to start. Im sure that Jerome Grainger fitted a 61 Merco or Webra but the hull was new then.

Hi Vortex would there be any benefit from fitting a merco 49 instead of Meteor 40?

looks good, not many about now, Meteor 40 should give it speed but not too powerful nor too heavy. Please keep us posted on restoration and show some photo`s of progress.

hi got this off internet not eBay!!!! going to over the winter add meteor 40 engine propshaft n' tube were already fitted as was water scoop n' outlet ,rudder , trim tabs,a 2channel Acoms r/c receiver and and 2 servos no trans. but it did all work ( all in a gooy margerine tub possibly the best part of 40 yrs worth of GOO!!!! Hull /deck look to be in good condition! will keep u informed on "resto" over the winter months regards