Allied torpedo boats / [by John Lambert and Les Brown].

The Shipcraft Series provides modellers with all they need to know about a famous class or type of warship and associated model kits. This 'Special' covers the torpedo boat designs used by the coastal forces of the Royal and US Navies. It concentrates on the Vosper 'short' MTBs in the RN and and Elco PT Boats in the USN. Includes: a summary of the development of coastal forces 1919-45; information on all the most important types of MTB and PT boats; detailed plans of boats and their equipment; colour reference for paint schemes; photographs of outstanding models; modelmakers' showcase; critical reviews of kits and accessories; sources of further information; list of model manufacturers.