Australia II, scratch built model yacht

Scratch built model sailboat Australia II KA6 from 1983. Scale 1:10.6 1.81 m long, 71,26 inches.

[@gemfaceter]

What a beautiful boat you should be very proud. Thanks for sharing the build video with us.

[@LarsLindqvist]

Thanks! I'm trying to improve my video and editing skills. //Lars

[@arthurwperry]

Nicely done. KA-6 is one of my favorite boats. It’s looked like it maneuvers like the real Australia II.

[@LarsLindqvist]

Thanks! KA6 in scale 1:10 is my next project after KA15 Kookaburra III. I plan to do some video's on how I 3D model Australia II as well. Thanks for your kind words! //Lars

[@fantabaz1]

Beautiful man, brilliant job

[@LarsLindqvist]

Thank you! I hope to do some more work this weekend. 😊

[@rc-fannl7364]

Graceful, the result looks really nice

[@LarsLindqvist]

Thanks! I have the line drawings for KZ7, and plan to build it in the coming year. US55 redo is also planned once a true line drawing can be used

[@Top-Jimmy]

She is gorgeous!! Excellent build!! - Have you thought about a furled genneka? I've seen it done one a IOM. That would be insane!!

[@LarsLindqvist]

Thanks! That would be cool!

[@ricardopounds7191]

That is just beautiful....again!!!

[@highace10]

Ive sailed on this yacht in Newcastle. Great fun.

[@LarsLindqvist]

Very cool! Now I'm jealous! :) Sorry for late reply. I was not aware I could go here and reply. Will do better. //Lars

[@jbdup]

Magnifique ! super job. Bravo.

[@LarsLindqvist]

Thanks! I'm learning, and try to improve on every boat I build. Thanks for your kind words! //Lars

[@chrishoesing5455]

The song makes me think of a 70's tv show. It would be a montage of a kid having a fun day with their "groovy" aunt. lol

[@LarsLindqvist]

I'm learning video editing... I don't use music as much anymore... Cheers, Lars

[@chrishoesing5455]

@@LarsLindqvist just so you know... My comment was in no way intended to be taken as an insult. On the contrary, I thought the song choice was fun and deserving of a silly comment. The actual topic of the video was also super impressive.

[@peterswatton7400]

Nice work, reminds me of the excitement of the day when Oz 2 won.

[@LarsLindqvist]

Yes, Australia II was the second boat I built. I have a 3D printed hull of Australia II, and she will be re built. I also have a plug of US30 Liberty in the works. More fun stuff coming up! //Lars

[@scotthalliday2222]

How long is your boat, my hull is 40" Long and needs a keel 24lb, So would consider make a keel for some else. You have a beautiful boat

[@LarsLindqvist]

Usually don't take on customer projects at this point. I will let you know if that changes. Thanks, Lars

[@louismorel2001]

Wouah c est beau !!!

[@LarsLindqvist]

This boat has been scrapped. I'm currently building a new Australia II in scale 1:10.

[@damonhuijink9692]

I absolutely love your work on these rc models of the most beautiful America’s Cup yachts, ever designed. Did you ever consider match racing your replicas in order to see how they hold up to eachother? Best from the Netherlands!

[@LarsLindqvist]

Yes! Sorry for late reply! I intend to do America's cup reenactments, but I have to call it something else, since AC is a registered trademark. Sorry for seeing your comment so late. //Lars

[@noelguyau0571]

My dream, I want to build this….do you still have the plans….id love to have a go…

[@LarsLindqvist]

Hi, you can Google Australia II line drawing and you will find several sources. Thanks, Lars

[@LarsLindqvist]

I have since learned to do proper sand casting. More videos to come

[@daffindogtown]

Where did you get the plans to built this, i would love to have a copy!!

[@LarsLindqvist]

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[@scotthalliday2222]

12mR model Yachts how much would charge for a keel for a 20" boat????

[@joegarcia54]

Well aren’t you the crafty one.

[@LarsLindqvist]

I try my best