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GoW: Togo - Torpedo Pinnaces
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Description
GMT-A-008 Torpedo pinnaces
Class: 4
Base length: 4 cm (included)
Colour scheme: The boats are white (sides and structures), boats deck are wood-colored.
Number of units per pack: 6
Number of units on the base: 3
Number of ship cards included: 2 (protective sleeve included)
In the 19th century, the Admiralty faced significant challenges in establishing defenses against enemy torpedoes. One particularly daunting task was protecting the British fleet from torpedo boats while they were anchored. In the 1880s, the Royal Navy started to use steam pinnaces for this task.
In 1885, Hotchkiss et Cie developed the Quick Fire three-pounder gun, firing explosive shells at a rapid rate of 15 rounds per minute, providing a good defence against roving torpedo boats. Pinnaces, capable of carrying such weaponry at speeds comparable to torpedo boats, could be easily transported aboard ships. When used by the Admiralty, two were carried on battleships and cruisers, and launched to provide defence against torpedo boats when ships were moored. Many were fitted for firing torpedoes.
The emergence of larger torpedo boat destroyers in the 1890s led to a shift in the role of steam pinnaces, which then became versatile support boats for warships.
The models in the set are resin, 3D printed and can be damaged if not handled properly. All models are unpainted. Glue and paints are not included. Contains small parts and is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age.
Instructions on how to prepare models for painting can be found here:
http://www.gmboardgames.com/blog/en/how-to-prepare-3d-printed-models-for-painting/