It may well bring nostalgic memories to senior modellers and it will appeal to anyone who enjoys building with traditional materials. Six years of war brought many changes to familiar festive rituals. The Austin K6 Crash Tender/Fire Engine was the typical RAF Fire Truck of the Battle of Britain's RAF Emergency Services, built by the Austin-British Leyland Company during the Second World War. Sign up to Model Boats Newsletters that is what i was planning to do with the Aerokit PT-Boat kit i have got. I know its a Vosper 46' RAF crash/asr/fire float , probably Mark Two. Frames should be painted in silver or aluminium colour for realism. Tri-ang, Scalex Boats. The 'Market Garden' plan employed all three divisions of First Allied Airborne Army. Horsepower: 90 at 2.500 rpm. It is an opportunity for Website Members to freely share their expertise and experience butI am afraid that virtue is its own reward as there is no budget to offer more material recompense! After Victory shut down in 1969, Wrenn bought the stocks and tooling for the two popular "Vosper" boats in the range and continued production . Stripwood is obechi. RAF Mast . 12. A superbly detailed replica of the famous crash tender by Vosper, moulded in high impact polystyrene. 17. Parts are stamped for quick identification. Price: 8.72 Vintage Aerokits "RAF Fire / Crash Tender" R/C Model Boat ( Restoration Project). Great Little Ships. Victory models Vosper RAF Crash tender, battery powered model boat with black hull, grey Deck and white fittings, includes some original paperwork, untested (VG box F-G) Sold by in for You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg. 2020 . Le migliori offerte per RC Barca Motore Carburante Radiocomandato Legno RAF Crash Tender KeilKraft Aerokit sono su eBay Confronta prezzi e caratteristiche di prodotti nuovi e usati Molti articoli con consegna gratis! Logged RMH. I tried a 24v bus fan motor with a 12v and 6v lead acid linked together to make 18v. This fine High Speed Vosper R.A.F. Fittings Available Separately . Thanks to Ron Henderson for the base image (03-Dec-16). Ace Accumulator trolley, also someone who was good or an expert (normally applied to successful fighter pilots) Adj A Corruption of adjutant. Check out FAQs here. I am looking for suggestions, advice especially regarding fittings. An A to Z of RAF Acronyms and Slang. Model planing With the right combination of motor, speed controller, batteries and prop, the large Crash Tender will perform at speed for about 30 minutes. ?To go with my Revell 1/72 scale PT-109 kit I now have the 1/72 Airfix Vosper and the 1/72 scale Revell German S-Boat with the quad 20 mm turret. and so dang sorry if i sound rude. its the unofficial home of raf look for it in isle 2 of this section thank you.. Weird there is a post today over at RCG on the same model. This Crash Tender was in a sorry state when I got it. Reel three: "RAF Tender Elevated Monitor Type Sept 21st 1944" - fire still burning after 21 mins and allowed to burn out. Fire out in just under 6 mins. Stern access Another view showing additional detailing of cockpit with access to radio control equipment through small hatch. Full Mayhemer; Offline; RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros, Product Announcements & Manufacturer News, Digital Video (DV) & Video Editing Software, Employment, Jobs, Help Wanted in Radio Control Industry, RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more, RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more, Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more, Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD, Aircraft - electric Multi-rotors (Drones), Specific Models of Multi-Rotors and Drones. 93 was struck off charge in July 1958 and disposed of. Item: 183637732728 (Quote from the P.E.P. No. Location: Poole Dorset , GB, Plan view of parts The contents of the kit showing pre-cut wood parts. - Looking for Instructions for aerokits RAF Crash rescue Tender. Brushless electric motor installed The Scorpion brushless motor installed in a model built from the kit. Use with Brownline style track ( McFarlane P/N series 6656) or other MS33601 compatible track. I am new member and have plans for 34" crash tender if you are looking for a copy. The model was made by Victory Industries Ltd, circa ~1961.. 1970: Tri-ang, Scalex Boats. "The 'Pyrene' Foam and CO2 Crash Tender 1st Test A.M.F.S.Test Ground 10th Aug 1944". I tried a 24v bus fan motor with a 12v and 6v lead acid linked together to make 18v. MK11 SCAMMELL SUPER MAJOR 6X6 GLOSTER SARO CRASH TENDER. No. 5 watchers, 0.2 new watchers per day, 30 days for sale on eBay. SS Elbe was a transatlantic ocean liner. 11. I am trying to rebuild it, it has a lot of fittings and peices missing. 46 CRASH TENDER FITTINGS Part Number Description Quantity DF1 11 diameter searchlight & cradle 1 DF2 Lifebuoy 2 DF3 Foam/Water Monitor 2 DF4 Breeches Connection & two control wheels 1 DF5 Towing Hook and Chafing Plate 1 DF6 Danforth Anchor & Arm 1 DF7a 3 Cowl Ventilator 2 DF7b 5 Cowl Ventilator 6 DF7c Mushroom Ventilator 5 DF8a Bollard 4 DF8b Stern Fairlead 2 DF8c Forward Fairlead 2 DF11 Kent Clearview Screen 9.5 diameter 1 DF12a Rescue Davit 1 DF13 Mast Crutch and Light 1 DF14 Stern Post 1 DF15a Chain Pipe 1 DF15b Porthole 4 DF15c Hinge 4 DF15d Navigation Light 2 DF15e Aerial Base 1 DF15f Horn 1 DF16a Bi-pod Mast and Feet 1 DF16b Cleat 4 DF22a Loud Hailer & Cradle 1 DF24 Goose Neck Vent 2 DF25 Filling Caps 2 56 Wooden Hull before cabin roofs are added The hard chine construction method is straightforward . 1 x Joysway 2.4ghz 4 Channel Receiver. fibre glass model boat hulls. Plywood is used throughout except stringers which are obechi strip. Crash Tender makes up into a magnificent model 34.5 in length with a beam of 10 in, thus providing a scale model of truly seaworthy proportions, ideal for radio control installation. Good seller with good positive feedback and good amount of ratings. More. Useful information published by the MPBA for anyone running an event or just interested in the legal position. I am nearing the end of building a model of the 36 inch version of the KielKraft RAF Crash Tender, from the original plans, and need the deck fittings for the craft. RAF Upper Heyford, March 1989 Quality P2 The largest truck at RAF Upper Heyford was this Quality P2. When Britainwent to waron 3 September 1939 there was none of the 'flag-waving patriotism' of August 1914. Airfield 6x6 Crash Tender 2014 Fitted with 700hp Cat c18 engine. Oxford Diecast 1/76 scale vehicles, very suitable for use with OO gauge model Railways. Handrail Holder, height 8mm. Thank-you to all who have offered assistance. Requires engine or could be converted to electric. RC Scale Boating - Aerokits RAF fire boat/crash tender - I have an old aerokits crash tender, 34 version. Jackstaff Holder, base diameter 10mm. Aft view of craft moored at Portsmouth Monitors being tested at Southampton Free Postage We can supply every thing to get your model up and running, depending on what performance and running time you require, please contact us at Lesro Models and we will be able to advise you of options available and different costing's BUY WITH CONFIDENCE HIGH STREET RETAILER FOR 36 YEARS Lesro Models, Poole, Dorset Courier 13.50 for the UK Mainland excluding parts of the Highlands & islands. The wooden contents of this 1/12th-scale kit are CNC cut from good-quality plywood which ensures accurate slots and more precise fitting of bulkheads and superstructure. A total of 16 window frames and 20 windows and port-holes are included in the kit. Fairlead, length 12mm. A Crossley FWD Type 4X4 Crash Tender which carried 300 Gallons (1,350 Litres) of Water, (28 Litres) of Foam Compound and 4 60Ib CO2 cylinders. Super high amount watching. Click below to begin your paid subscription. Its a shame its sat for over 50years and not being built, i'd like to pass it on for a fair price to some one who will get some pleasure from building it. Plan view of parts The contents of the kit showing pre-cut wood parts. Seller - 16,429+ items sold. Somewhere in UK there is at least 1 restored WOT3, I saw a photo recently on another group of it; before it was restored I tried to buy it but couldn't secure storage up here, I was going to rebuild it into an RAF fire tender. Test No.2 Same appliance but different technique based od findeings of first test. Forward and central cabin tops lift off for access, as the rear cockpit floor. Bollard, length 14mm. Bollard, length 18mm. This was the first MK6 production model, made in 1956. We will buy your second hand model boats, no matter how small or large the collection! Stripwood is obechi.The deck fittings are traditionally cast in white metal.A full sheet of the correct size and design transfers is included which adds to the appearance of the model.The windows are laser-cut in clear perspex with acetate frames which gives added realism.The performance of this newly-produced model has, after exhaustive experiment and testing, proven to be extremely fast and exciting on the water if fitted with an appropriate motor and compatible equipment. Deans Marine do a kit at 1:24 scale - probably more accurate and detailed than the classic old Aerokits model at 1:12 or 1:18 scale. Enjoy rc scale boating? xiionn. the instructions are there and its in its original box, which is damaged. This vehicle spent some of its time . In 2003 after many modellers had expressed an interest in this popular design, the Vosper RAF Crash Tender or 46 Firefloat Mk. Rare old scratch built metal hull 24" R/C Raf crash tender boat for restoration. that is a rare kit,although seen in the period catalogues I have never seen one in the flesh. Return to Home. Stowage on rear deck typical of the type in RAF service. Time to fire out 16 mins. This was my fathers and is untouched still in kit form. The Alvis Salamander is a six-wheel drive airport crash tender with off-road capabilities, developed in 1956. i have an "Aerokit vosper high speed RAF crash rescue tender" It also say on the label trade distributors "E. Keil & CO LTD". 93 moored at PortsmouthBRIEF HISTORY OF FULL-SIZE CRAFTOnly two Vosper 46 foot RAF Crash Tenders (or firefloat Mk. cheers. why not post this on the thread i have already started? 1/16 SCALE 34.5" X 10.5" GERMAN WW II ARMED TRAWLER. The model at slower speed The lines of the Vosper design are good from all angles. To Jcopter. However I am struggling to find a way to attach the brass "handle" to the monitor body ( lead ?) The SLEC fittings are die cast white metal so you can't solder brass to them and you definitely need to make a mechanical fixing rather than a chemical fixing (glue) for the handles. Great seller with very good positive feedback and over 50 ratings. 131 sold 131 sold 131 sold. 1 x Marine Hitec Speed Control. Frames should be painted in silver or aluminium colour for realism.No. How Many Containers Can A Freight Train Carry?, 19. By 1940 the RAF Fire tender stock was mostly comprised of the Crossley FE1, . One Fireman would be dressed in an . All sheeting is also pre-cut. "Experimental Compressed Air Foam Tender with CO2". I have recently obtained an original Aerokits 46" R.A.F. Ideal for spares / restoration. The Budgie Alvis Salamander Fire Crash Tender . Transfers are available individually and feature engine and kit manufacturers. One of the kit prototypes performing realistically The model planing at speed using a brushless motor In action in Bushy Park, S.W. I am planning to use the ZiS-5 (with a few minor modifications) as a generic/fictitious fire engine in a c.1950's diorama. AEROKITS WWII RAF FIRE CRASH TOWING TENDER RADIO CONTROL SCALE MODEL BOAT SHIP. All rights reserved. Reel two: Effects of water fog on fire (aircraft mockup). Consisting of plastic injection-molded parts and metal pipes, silicone hose and required fitting parts. Crash Tender makes up into a magnificent model 34.5 in length with a beam of 10 in, thus providing a scale model of truly seaworthy proportions, ideal for radio control installation. The Member Contribution area offers space for short informativemini articles which would not normally find a place inModel Boatsmagazine. 16. The Vosper 46 RAF Crash Tender Kit By Vintage Model Works: white metal fittings not my favourite. Full size boat on test in the Solent in 1952 The introduction of the full-size Crash Tender in 1952 in Flight Magazine. Portugese Air Force Protec Fire Crashtender back Portuguese Air Force new crash tender series vehicle Protec-Fire MAN 432 4x4 AT . Fuel consumption at top speed was nearly 48 gallons per hour. Seller: lesroinf5km5 (1,445) 0%, 339 285. Latest Results. 0% negative feedback. Vent, height 28mm. The main power units for the craft were provided by two Meteorite 8-cylinder petrol marine engines of 375 bhp at 2400 rpm, this gave a top speed of 28.4 knots. For FULL Forum access you can upgrade your account here UPGRADE. 213. 26. This 255998075358 Fairlead, length 16mm. Parts are stamped for quick identification.White metal fittingsAll deck fittings are cast on white metal and are easily cleaned with a Dremel tool, files, wet & dry paper or sponge sanding pads. I think it goes without saying that contributions should be illustrated by appropriate photos. Hello. Contact our Media sales & Licensing team about access. She is powered by two Graupner Speed 600 ECO motors which produced a lively turn of . Please call us on 01865 848000 or email us at howesrcinfo@yahoo.co.uk. 2) of this type were produced by Vospers. Spring loaded fitting snaps securely into place and can be easily moved to different positions. Best price and value when compared to PicClick similar items. What Happened Between Dave And Ralph On Wicked Tuna, 14. any good ideas of joing the brass rod to the dye cast metal ? Boat-carrying Box. 94 entered service in about 1952/1953 and was damaged and stored at number 238 Maintenance Unit until July 1958 when it too was struck off charge. A crew of five was intended in service, construction was wood, hard chine, plywood frames and double diagonal planking. Junior Member . The model was made by Victory Industries Ltd, circa ~1961.. 1970: Tri-ang, Scalex Boats. Ships to: GB & many other countries, Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Vintage "RAF Crash Tender / Fire Tender" R/C Model Boat, ( Restoration Project ) at the 1/Pack. Crash Tender & Fittings Kit (PR802KIT) 159.95 Quantity Add to basket Details Delivery Why Buy From Us? Bulkheads are 6mm ply with skins of 1.5mm forming a strong hull. TWIN SCREW CRASH TENDER (Length 16 1/4 ins. K48005 AEC 6x6 2500 Gallon AVTUR Refueller with booms. CRASH TENDER - UNUSED - MINT & BOXED 79.99 0 bids 6.45 postage 5d 5h or Best Offer Click & Collect Aerokits vintage raf vosper fire crash tender boat from the 60s 350.00 Collection in person 17 watching Tamiya Vosper Fast Patrol Boat Perkasa Model Boat Ship 89.99 0 bids 6.45 postage 2d 3h vosper boats 2.00 0 bids 2.70 postage Becc Model Accessories: Fire Tender Decal Sets. Fairlead, length 20mm. RAF Upper Heyford, March 1989 Oshkosh P4 Oshkosh P4. After Victory shut down in 1969, Wrenn bought the stocks and tooling for the two Functionally expandable. The Vosper RAF Crash Tender Kit 46 . Reignition after 20 mins. Despite having the same outward appearance as later models, the MK6 has a smaller foam monitor in comparison. Film record of experimental tests. There is also a limited range available of engine self-adhesive logos. A separate smaller Ford V8 engine was used to operate the two foam/water monitors and a smaller JAP engine for the bilge pumps. Squadrons stationed at Hartford Bridge / Blackbushe No: 88 Squadron No: 322 (Dutch) Squadron. 93 moored at Portsmouth BRIEF HISTORY OF FULL-SIZE CRAFT Only two Vosper 46 foot RAF Crash Tenders (or firefloat Mk. Victory Industries (UK) "Vosper" RAF Crash Tender, a gr oup - each vessel has black hull, grey/white super structure, made for electric propulsion using "Mighty Midget" elect ric motor, unchecked for completeness and would benefit f rom further cleaning otherwise Fair in Fair illustrated card boxes. Crash Rescue Tender kit and assume that all the wood components are still in the kit box. Crash Rescue Tender kit and assume that all the wood components are still in the kit box. Please click here, Sign up to Model Boats Special Offers Reel five: Continuation of Reel 4. Accurate CNC computer cutting ensures good fits of components. Crash Rescue Tender kit and assume that all the wood components are still in the kit box. Original Propeller and Rudder Assembly Home-Made Outboard Motor Terrier Fittings Otter Fittings Curlew Fittings Return to Home Cresta Fittings Mermaid Fittings Neptune Fittings Triton Fittings RAF Crash Tender Fittings Edwardian Steam Launch Fittings Tamar Fittings Beaver Fittings Slec Ltd - Bob-A-Bout Footy Class Yacht Build. fred. ted angus 415 14 Red Star At 15amps each your motors will get hot so you need the look at cooling coils also you will need a heat shunt or cooling under the speed controller to be safe, for boats around 4.0" I use 2x12v low rpm motors (app. VMW also offer a range of water-slide transfers for aeromodellers who wish to complete the vintage look on old designs. 46 CRASH TENDER FITTINGS Part Number Description Quantity DF1 11 diameter searchlight & cradle 1 DF2 Lifebuoy 2 DF3 Foam/Water Monitor 2 DF4 Breeches Connection & two control wheels 1 DF5 Towing Hook and Chafing Plate 1 DF6 Danforth Anchor & Arm 1 DF7a 3 Cowl Ventilator 2 DF7b 5 Cowl Ventilator 6 DF7c Mushroom Ventilator 5 DF8a Bollard 4 DF8b Stern Fairlead 2 DF8c Forward Fairlead 2 DF11 Kent Clearview Screen 9.5 diameter 1 DF12a Rescue Davit 1 DF13 Mast Crutch and Light 1 DF14 Stern Post 1 DF15a Chain Pipe 1 DF15b Porthole 4 DF15c Hinge 4 DF15d Navigation Light 2 DF15e Aerial Base 1 DF15f Horn 1 DF16a Bi-pod Mast and Feet 1 DF16b Cleat 4 DF22a Loud Hailer & Cradle 1 DF24 Goose Neck Vent 2 DF25 Filling Caps 2 56 Wooden Hull before cabin roofs are added The hard chine construction method is straightforward . Some Vintage Toys Have Stellar Value. Item information. Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives, Ask the Expert Sal - Electric Airplane Advice, Electric RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Hotliners, Century - Predator, Hawk IV, Falcon, Raven, Glow Engines, Gas Engines, Fuel & Mfg Support Forums, Engine Manufacturers Direct Support Forum, http://www.westbourne-model.co.uk/deans-marine.htm, Send a private message to NITRO_VEEDRIVER, http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6477702/tm.htm, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. This fine High Speed Vosper R.A.F. an Aerokits RAF Crash Tender. The crash tenders are British-made and are posted with ambulances around the airfield when aircraft are due to land in order to provide a quick response to any emergency which may occur. Repainted. 22. For modellers wishing to renovate old Aerokits models these may be modified for use. A total of 16 window frames and 20 windows and port-holes are included in the kit. ratings) 135.00: 12.50: 20D 22Hrs 37Min 14Sec : Strip wood is Obechi. If you want a copy of instructions get in touch. Australian Shepherd Puppies For Sale In Nebraska. You are using an out of date browser. Make sure you never miss out on the latest news, product reviews and competitions with our free RSS feed. Talk about it here. Wow ! 2 to give it its correct description was re-introduced as an improved all wood kit for the vintage enthusiast. All measurements are approximate. For over 50 years, Sussex Model Centre have been serving the modeller. The full-size craft A set of clear plastic push-fit windows and frames have been produced for the VMW 46 Crash Tender kit. From Lesro Models comes the new 46 large size kit of this popular and exciting RAF craft. There really is not enough "meat" on the monitor moulding to drill a hole to take the brass rodso I am here just looking at a "butt" joint of the end of the brass rod and a fiddly monitor moulding! FOR SALE! 0 GBP. The rapid development of aircraft design during the past few years has brought with it correspondingly increased problems of how to deal with an outbreak of fire. Kit includes Hull/deck/superstructure/spray deflection/boat stand/servo, motor mount and instructions.Approx length 24 x 6 1/35th scale RAF Slang and Acronyms - Memories are made of this. Classic Model Designs from the 1940s, 1950s & 1960s. Model planing With the right combination of motor, speed controller, batteries and prop, the large Crash Tender will perform at speed for about 30 minutes. 24. [176] The two boats in the class 93 & 94 of the 46ft Crash & Rescue tenders were constructed by Vosper Ltd of Portsmouth in1952 for the R.A.F. 13' 3" Draught. I made mine working monitors so they rotate on a 5mm tube, however I would suggest that you drill a clear hole in the top piece and thread the bottom something like 10 BA 0r M2. A full sheet of the correctly sized and design transfers is included which adds to the final finish of the model. Please click here. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. Rescue entry made within 27 secs of start of fire fighting. Films are intended for reference only but have instructional value. Vintage Victory Industries Vosper RAF Crash Tender Boxed - spares / restoration. The full-size craft The full-size craft performing at speed in 1953. More powerful and smaller than the Graupner 900. All. Water slide transfers as the original Vosper design are included in the kit. Aft view of craft moored at Portsmouth Monitors being tested at Southampton Free Postage We can supply every thing to get your model up and running, depending on what performance and running time you require, please contact us at Lesro Models and we will be able to advise you of options available and different costing's BUY WITH CONFIDENCE HIGH STREET RETAILER FOR 36 YEARS Lesro Models, Poole, Dorset Courier 13.50 for the UK Mainland excluding parts of the Highlands & islands. Hard Chine double skin No. RAF Crash Tender This fine High Speed Vosper R.A.F. Forward and central cabin Scale Members Models. Handrail Holder, height 13mm. The usual recourse has always been to the venerable Airfix Emergency Set, though the Austin was quite resolutely post-War. 21. This enables easier alignment of the motor to the propshaft. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for U BOAT WORKING MODEL SUBMARINE LARGE 4' FEET IN LENGTH at the best online prices at eBay! The final finish is applied with car acrylic paints, the total number of individual fittings is 56, as below. Lot 757. Advertising - The wooden contents of this 1/12th scale kit are CNC cut from good-quality plywood which ensures accurate slots and more precise fitting of bulkheads and superstructure. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Moderated - Admin . Copyright 2008-2023 PicClick Inc. All Rights Reserved. Doing its job. $5.44 + $18.49 shipping + $18.49 shipping + $18.49 shipping. A crew of five was intended in service, construction was wood, hard chine, plywood frames and double diagonal planking.Aft view of craft moored at PortsmouthMonitors being tested at Southampton BUY WITH CONFIDENCE HIGH STREET RETAILER FOR 36 YEARS Lesro Models Stony Lane Christchurch Dorset BH23 7LQ Opening Hours 9.00am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday Phone / 499354 Email Web site www. the instructions are there and its in its original box, which is damaged. Fuel capacity: 123 liters (27 gallons). Having built the RAF Crash Tender and fitted it with a powerful electric brushless motor you will be able to experience a life-like representation of the full-size boat. EUR 180,83 12 Gebote 2d 1h. Sign up to our Newsletter or Special Offers, Distributors of Model Boats for our overseas readers, Make your own contribution to the Website. The aircraft, which had been broken in two by the impact, was burning furiously and two members of the crew could be seen alive in the flames below the fuselage. That or as others have said, posting on a model boat specific forum. A family run business to this day, three generations have strived to provide a wide variety of products and expertise to allow you to make an informed choice on your purchase. "American Crash Tender trial on standard A.M.F.S. Reel one: Air Ministry Technical Panel For Aircraft Crash Fires. 314439854974. A total of 16 window frames and 20 windows and port-holes are included in the kit. i just dont like seeing double posts on a forum with never ending posts on the same stuff over and over and over again hence the names of unnofficial home of raf , as well as dumas dauntless , and another one that i am very much a part of is the nitrovee thread. all i ask is to help out on the threads that are already put into place thats why the threads get started as unofficial homes of such and such a boat if you read the post you will see that i already am a member on modelfireboats. look just do me a favor and SEARCH THE FORUMS FOR THE SUBJECTS. maybe you and many others will surely find the posts pertaining to what you are looking for in the future i still aint pointing fingers here . However both the building instructions ( which contains the parts listing/identification for this model ) and the plan sheet detailing the constructional details are missing from the kit. 1/16 SCALE 34.5 X 10.5 GERMAN WW II ARMED TRAWLER. - Photo Gallery! The new 46" large-size kit of this popular and exciting RAF craft. Use our magazine locator link to find your nearest stockist! Archive - Phone Rings 4 Times Then Voicemail, Your Email For delivery outside the UK please contact us for costs. Finally, the windows are laser-cut in perspex with matching frames for added realism.
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