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Name: HMS Cadiz | Posted 1st Dec 2018 by landie | Score: 10 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 48 inches Speed: 3 MPH Runtime: 120 Minutes |
LiPoly (14.8v) 7 Amp/h |
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Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Twin Propellors Type: 3 Blade Size: 25mm |
Scratch built other than a fibreglass hull, built by my father over about 5 years using a mix of balsa, plasticard, ply and wire. He never sailed it but when I inherited it I was determined to complete it ready for it's first "sea trials". I've completed the RC installation and adjusted the ballast and it's now had two successful outings at the local boating lake. | ||||
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Name: RMAS MSBV Goldeneye | Posted 29th Nov 2018 by Nutbourne | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 48 inches |
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None at the moment |
Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor |
RMAS. MSBV ( Mooring Salvage Boom Vessel) Goldeneye scratch built plank on frame the hull was built by a friend more than thirty years ago double diagional,recently renovated no motor or electrics yet. Its a bit of a beast at just over 4' long and 9" beam. Still building it. | ||||
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Name: Sally forth | Posted 29th Nov 2018 by bluebird2 | Score: 8 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 30 inches Weight: 2000 grams Speed: 6 MPH Runtime: 30 Minutes |
NiMH (7.2v) 10 Amp/h |
mtronics 5A Constant |
Motor: mtronics 700 Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade S Type Size: 50mm |
Ply deck and glazed cabin scratch built on glass fibre hull from an anglers bait boat. As a novice I am unsure on amps and running times etc. motor is mtronics 600 not as stated | ||||
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Name: SS Hunan | Posted 27th Nov 2018 by Toby | Score: 10 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 78 inches Runtime: 120 Minutes |
Lead Acid (12v) 7 Amp/h |
Mtroniks Viper Marine 15 |
Motor: Bühler Type: Brushed Drive: Belt |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 4 Blade Size: 85mm |
Plank on frame glassed inside and out. Ply bulkheads. Fixed deck. Wooden superstructure. Planked cambered decks. 80-90lbs ballast. |
Name: Ferdinand Keulen | Posted 27th Nov 2018 by Toby | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
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Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Twin Propellors Type: 4 Blade Size: 40mm |
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Fibre glass hull. Wooden and plastic superstructure. Built using the hull and plan. |
Name: Rough Rider | Posted 26th Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 40 inches Weight: 2800 grams Runtime: 20 Minutes |
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Motor: O/S 45FSR then O\S 45RSR Type: IC Engine Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade X Type Size: 50mm |
40" fiberglass Prather hull (1980s). Still have this hull, future twin electric fit out . | ||||
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Name: Tunnell | Posted 26th Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 36 inches Runtime: 10 Minutes |
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Motor: K+B 45 o/b Type: IC Engine Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade X Type Size: 50mm |
Own design Tunnel Hull built with marine ply mid 80s. Canopy was own fiberglass moulding. K+B 45 o/b | ||||
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Name: Turtle | Posted 26th Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 36 inches Weight: 1500 grams Runtime: 10 Minutes |
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Motor: O/S 40 max Type: IC Engine Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade X Type Size: 45mm |
Own design deep V racing boat built in the early 70s Fiberglass over balsa. | ||||
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Name: Graupner 'Commodore' | Posted 26th Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 30 inches Weight: 1200 grams Speed: 4 MPH Runtime: 20 Minutes |
NiCad (6v) |
1978 Futaba 18v propo F+R |
Motor: Graupner monoperm Type: Brushed |
Props: Twin Propellors Type: 3 Blade Size: 30mm |
Purchased the kit in 1978, while working on Norfolk Island (South Pacific) and built it in 1979. ABS hull, ply deck and balsa and ply cabin. Was a nice model, shouldn't have sold it. Would have been great with modern gear. | ||||
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Name: Wilhelm G | Posted 26th Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 36 inches Speed: 3 MPH Runtime: 50 Minutes |
Lead Acid (12v) |
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Motor: 540 Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 3 Blade Size: 40mm |
Scratch built 'freelance' tug carved from a solid 12''x 12''x 45" block of driftwood in the 70s Wheelhouse was ply. Motor controlled by a set of car points for on/off. Had 2 different cabin styles and rails in its life. Had lights. Radio was Futaba 'brown box'on 27mhz. | ||||
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Name: Titan | Posted 26th Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 38 inches Weight: 2500 grams Speed: 3 MPH Runtime: 40 Minutes |
Lead Acid (12v) |
none |
Motor: 540 Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 4 Blade Size: 40mm |
Built this in the 80s. Carved from a block of foam and fiberglassed (hull and deck). Wheelhouse was ply, everything scratch built to own design. Had 540 motor with a set of car points for on /off. had lights that could be switched on by deck switch. Radio was Futaba 'brown box' on 27mhz. | ||||
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Name: 'Maiami' ASR | Posted 23rd Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 35 inches Weight: 1000 grams Speed: 5 MPH Runtime: 60 Minutes |
LiPoly (7.4v) 2 Amp/h |
China 5A Constant |
Motor: 380 Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 3 Blade Size: 25mm |
Knocked this up in around 6 weeks ('free modelling',-no plans, just looking at a few photos) for my son but he wasn't interested (the dreaded Playstation) so I re assigned it to myself and put a few more bits on it. The whole boat is balsa and just enamel painted so it is quite light. Only single shaft and runs well, but thinking of making it a twin set-up with better motors and shafts. mostly gets used as a camera boat as it is very stable. | ||||
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Name: Fairacre | Posted 23rd Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 31 inches Weight: 1100 grams Speed: 5 MPH Runtime: 60 Minutes |
LiPoly (7.4v) 2 Amp/h |
China 5A Constant |
Motor: Graupner 400 monoperm Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade X Type Size: 35mm |
Fairacre plan built (RCM I think, early 70s) Rescued from rubbish bin on farm, rebuilt hull and f/glassed. restored, varnished and re 'glazed' cabin and added grab rails, mast , lights, curtains (leftovers from a Graupner Commodore I built in the 70s) cleats and boarding platform. Restored the deck and varnished. Fitted new prop shaft and rudder and made name decals. cleaned and painted hull interior. | ||||
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Name: MTB 49 | Posted 23rd Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 36 inches Weight: 2400 grams Speed: 5 MPH Runtime: 60 Minutes |
NiCad (7.2v) 2 Amp/h |
CHINA 5A Constant |
Motor: 380 27MM Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Twin Propellors Type: 3 Blade Size: 25mm |
Scratch built Thornycroft MTB from a 1960s Vic Smeed plan. Boat is 40yrs old from start till now. Bought plans in 1968 and finished 20 yrs later working on and off. Was twin prop with single Futaba ESC, on 27Mhz then an Electronize ESC on FM 40 Mhz now have just converted it to twin car ESCs and added a sound unit and is now run on 2.4 . Has a 100mm 12v computer fan for cooling with heat sinks on the motors. Has separate cabin lights and running lights. | ||||
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Name: RNZAF W1 | Posted 23rd Nov 2018 by jbkiwi | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 36 inches Weight: 2900 grams Speed: 10 MPH Runtime: 40 Minutes |
LiPoly (7.4v) 2 Amp/h |
CHINA 5A Constant |
Motor: TGY 28/45 2000KV INRUNNER Type: Brushless Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Twin Propellors Type: 3 Blade Size: 25mm |
36" Scratch built model of RNZAF W1, a British Power Boat 64ft HSL. Has twin brushless motors, twin ESCs, twin sound units, water cooling pump, full lighting and r/c switches for lights and pump. Took approx 5 yrs to buid on and off. hull is strip planked and f/glassed, deck is ply, wheel house is balsa. | ||||
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Name: Formidable | Posted 19th Nov 2018 by humelvin | Score: 9 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 48 inches Weight: 12000 grams Speed: 3 MPH Runtime: 50 Minutes |
Lead Acid (12v) 8 Amp/h |
5A Constant |
Type: Brushed Drive: Geared |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 4 Blade Size: 65mm |
Hemmens 'Formidable' 5 years to make! Double plank on frame. First plank skin fastened with wood trenails. Scale planking. Second skin mahogany strip to Lloyds spec. 10,00 copper rivets. Was intended for Hemmens V-4 steam but chickened out so electric - V-4 now bench run only. | ||||
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Name: Thames sailing barge Gusty Cat , staysail type | Posted 18th Nov 2018 by tomarack | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 39 inches Weight: 7000 grams |
Lead Acid (12v) 2 Amp/h |
HK |
Motor: 12V Type: Brushed |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 3 Blade Size: 35mm |
Gusty Cat is model of Thames sailing barge staysail class with auxiliary motor (12V DC , model -staysail type,without bowsprit). Model completely scratch built , like my first model of TSB Capricorn. | ||||
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Name: fair wind | Posted 16th Nov 2018 by keithtindley | Score: 8 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 36 inches Weight: 2000 grams Speed: 3 MPH Runtime: 15 Minutes |
NiCad (6v) 3 Amp/h |
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kyosho fair wind yacht .This is getting on for twenty years old,it is a big yacht wth a main mast and sails that is over 4 feet high.The electrics are futaba and it has two servos fitted one for the rudder and the other is for the sails.The hull is Abs with the mast and booms made from aluminum.I purchased this in a poor state with problem electrics and in need of tlc. | ||||
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Name: Hydro | Posted 15th Nov 2018 by Purser1944 | Score: 8 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 33 inches Weight: 2000 grams Runtime: 10 Minutes |
LiPoly (18.5v) 5 Amp/h |
Flycolor 105A Constant |
Motor: Sss4075 Type: Brushless Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade X Type Size: 45mm |
Complete fibreglass.straight shaft, uses three channels. Speed,Rudder,and flaps for rear plane .when using best to wear brown trousers (on 5 cells I have had 57.4 mph | ||||
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Name: A577 | Posted 15th Nov 2018 by colindavies | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 20 inches Weight: 700 grams |
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This model belongs to a friend of mine who had this in his attic where it got damaged and its condition deteriorated, he asked me if I would refurbish it. This is a static model and I have submitted this to help to show the variety of craft that the RAF Marine Branch operated in the 68 years of its existence. The Armoured Target Boat was the brainchild of the Air Ministry's "I've had a good idea" Department. The requirement was for a target boat that could be bombed from the air with practice bombs. The 40ft Armoured Target Boats were developed from the slightly smaller 37.5ft ATBs which had been designed by Scott-Paine and others at British Power Boat in 1932. A couple of years later, in 1934, whilst bringing the first of the 64ft HSLs into service, it was realised by the Air Ministry that the condition of the aircraft had been advancing and that it was necessary to provide additional protection to improve the first type of Armoured Target Boats (the 37.5ft type). T.E. Shaw suggested to Scott-Paine that he should increase the length of the 37.5ft type to 40ft and fit twin rudders. In addition the Air Ministry prepared a new armour plating arrangement which gave separate protection for the crew and engines and coxswain. There was a further alteration to the forward bulkhead which resulted in it being changed to vertical instead of raked fore and aft to overcome the new conditions for bombing. A long series of trials were carried out with the ballast with the 40ft type launch and eventually it was approved. The 40ft thus became the standard type Armoured Target Boat (ATB). The first batch of 15 craft of the 40ft type were ordered in 1935 with further batches being ordered in 1936, 1937 and 1938. A further addition was the introduction of a 3rd engine, this helped to maintain a good speed on the ranges, and helped to counterbalance the the boat as it had been found that in a tight turn the 37.5ft ATB had a tendency to roll over. | ||||
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Name: Loch Ranza | Posted 14th Nov 2018 by ChrisG | Score: 8 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 40 inches Speed: 3 MPH Runtime: 100 Minutes |
Lead Acid (18v) |
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Motor: MFA 919D series Type: Brushed Drive: Geared |
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I bought an unfinished Graupner paddle steamer kit which was in a bit of a state and spent many happy hours making her look loved. The hull and paddle wheels were in an acceptable condition but the deck and superstructure left lots to be desired. The previous owner had purchased the motor which was 50.1 geared and pushes the boat along well all other bits including 'smoke' brass portholes and new superstructure added by myself. She was a delight to finish and looks an absolute dream on the water. | ||||
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Name: Leilah Marie | Posted 14th Nov 2018 by Purser1944 | Score: 8 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 48 inches Weight: 2000 grams Speed: 10 MPH Runtime: 60 Minutes |
LiPoly (7.4v) 5 Amp/h |
Hobbyking 20A Constant |
Motor: GHD Type: Brushless Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Twin Propellors Type: 3 Blade Size: 55mm |
Fibreglass hull and top.deck is hand laid planking with black card in between to simulate caulking.props are prop shop three blades at 55mm each working radar and search lite. Mainmast lights consist of white over red, learned this very early in my career first thing you see when pilot comes aboard is his white hair, followed by his red nose..... full lighting system. Plus nav lights | ||||
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Name: HMS Launceston Castle | Posted 12th Nov 2018 by Joburg-sailor | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 42 inches |
NiMH (7.2v) |
Mtronics Viper Marine 15 |
Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 3 Blade |
Successor to Flower Class Corvettes. This Castle Class built from scratch. As my first scratch built boat I decided to build with "surf board" keel that carries all the ballast. Model handles perfectly with no "Nodding" and rolling like a toy in rough water. Keel acts as display stand when ashore. Took 2 years to build. Pic's taken at various stages of construction on and off the water. | ||||
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Name: James w. Crawford | Posted 11th Nov 2018 by Purser1944 | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 56 inches Speed: 4 MPH Runtime: 100 Minutes |
Lead Acid (6v) 10 Amp/h |
Viper 15 amp 2 no 10A Constant |
Motor: Hectaperm 6 volt Type: Brushed Drive: Geared |
Props: Twin Propellors Type: 4 Blade Size: 55mm |
Scratch built. 56 lighting bulbs,2 bright led search lights all Xmas tree lights can be made for commands. Working radars etc. Vessel belongs to C.C.G.S. Used for buoy maintenance,and ice breaking,surveys etc. | ||||
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Name: Gwyneth | Posted 11th Nov 2018 by Nerys | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 25 inches |
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Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor |
I have never added to my fleet by buying in before, but looking at the Bring and Buy stall at the Blackpool show recently I couldn't resist this little boat. I like fishing boats anyway, but this boat was beautifully built, clinker on frame, planked decks, good standard of woodwork, altogether, a worthy addition to my fleet. I sailed her for the first time today and was well pleased with her performance. | ||||
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Name: Bečva | Posted 8th Nov 2018 by soptik | Score: 5 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 35 inches |
NiCad (6v) |
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Motor: speed 400/ 6v Type: Brushed Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 3 Blade Size: 40mm |
Das Schiff verfügt über eine funktionale Beleuchtung. Kontrollierte Motor- und Ruderfunktion | ||||
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Name: Thames Police Launch | Posted 8th Nov 2018 by robbob | Score: 8 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 36 inches |
LiPoly (11.1v) 2 Amp/h |
Turnigy 30A watercooled |
Motor: Turnigy 3548 outrunner Type: Brushless Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade S Type Size: 40mm |
Constructed from a kit by Vintage Model Works, based on a design by Phil Smith for Veron, started June 2018......work in progress. | ||||
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Name: Key west | Posted 7th Nov 2018 by Biscuit | Score: 9 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 22 inches Runtime: 5 Minutes |
LiPoly (11.1v) |
Hobbyking 90A Constant |
Motor: 1800 Kv Type: Brushless Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade X Type Size: 35mm |
I restored this some time ago, it was a bit of a state but came out well, I used to run one of these with my youngest son back in the day was a fast boat even then ! | ||||
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Name: Bluebird | Posted 7th Nov 2018 by Biscuit | Score: 10 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 27 inches Runtime: 5 Minutes |
LiPoly (11.1v) 4 Amp/h |
ETTI 120A Constant |
Motor: 2881kv Type: Brushless Drive: Direct Drive |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade X Type |
This was a Touchwood static kit that my boy brought back from Coniston, it said it could be converted to Rc and had some sketchy drawings that were not very good. I decided to go brushless with it and lipo battery, was not an easy job as had to go it alone to find out C/G and drive set up. The kit was very poor with a twisted hull and resin parts that were far too heavy, I made some aluminium planing wedges and various other parts to save weight. This project took the best part of 5 years to complete as it would go back on the shelf as I got stumped for ideas then back off again as I found a bit more inspiration, overal it came out well and runs on rails with. Good turn of speed as you can see in the vid I posted. | ||||
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Name: Kyosho Jetstream | Posted 6th Nov 2018 by Biscuit | Score: 9 | ||
Specs | Power Source | Control | Drive | Thrust |
Length: 32 inches Runtime: 10 Minutes |
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Motor: Os 10 with pullstart Type: IC Engine Drive: Geared |
Props: Single Propellor Type: 2 Blade X Type Size: 30mm |
I restored this from a basket case, luckily the decals were in the box and never used, I reckon its from the late 1980s quite a collectible boat nowadays, runs lovely, has The optional trim tabs which it needs. I painted it with enamel paint then clear coat over the decals pretty model. | ||||
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