SaturnianBlue

Here's a 158 part damaged PT-Boat, I'll need to make a few tweaks though. It naturally lists!

I feel I was born too late to play this.... Thanks! I hadn't extensively used stock on such a detailed project, and I ended up with interesting combos for parts, like using nose cones and an antenna for a plunger... Depth charges! I used an full ore tanks as well as sepatrons and a separator to make one, ore tanks sink well after all. I heard mystery goo containers also work.

The reduced part version has 398 parts, and is now released! Next will be the "Minimal" and Minimal-NAS/BDA versions. The reduced part version doesn't have the torpedoes or depth charges, but I will upload them as a separate subassembly for those who want them. The reduced part version removes most of the tiny parts, and changes the wheel base. It's faster and easier to turn, but also wobblier and somewhat unstable. When rolling down the runway, don't go at the things top speed on land (50 m/s...) or the thing will flip. Keep note of this when getting in the water too. DOWNLOAD

Oh.... You want me to build a Fubuki class destroyer to ram it? I would note however, that PT-109 was an Elco PT Boat, and not the ones built by Higgins toward the wars end (PT-625 types) , the ones I based my boat off. In other news, the reduced part version will have 400 parts, but right now driving this thing through the water is ridiculous, it's all over the place...

Welcome to the forums! Cool looking seaplane! I love it! Thing is, you should change the link to the one everyone else sees, since the link you have sends us to the edit page, and nobody can see the page except you... I think the link you want is http://kerbalx.com/narfi/albatrosmk2.

Alright, your vote is considered! I'm planning on making more songs over the next few days! This one of course, was a parody of "Winter Wonderland". Edit:We did it! We officially crossed 10K views! Soon 100 replies!

Today will either be THE Holiday Special, or will be the first of a couple, featuring ♫ Kerbal Wonderland ♫, a major hit across Kerbin! M:VP, and the yet to be renamed KOL/MOL docks together, and now they can start repairing the ship, but since it's Kerbmas, they have to give out the presents first! I wish you all some happy holidays (though you can expect either the series finale, or some The Asteroid Sentinels postcards tomorrow)! Now your pick: should Val stay aboard M:VP and end up entangled in the fiasco of a journey or stay aboard KOL (still to be renamed, any suggestions?) and avoid getting entangled and avoid the journey?

Looks like Dils has quite a pickle with Jeb!

Does anyone have ideas for renaming KOL/MOL? It's not really a name after all!

I used the Panthers gimbal and listing the PT boat a small bit to take advantage of the Goliath's torque (it was set low in the craft so it wouldn't interfere with the actual rooms and such). Your WWII replica crafts are awesome too!

S5E8 is up! The KOL enters orbit, and starts approaching the Kerbals aboard Mission Very Possible... The views counter is moving again, we are almost at 10K views! The next few episodes will double as Kerbmas/New Year specials as well! Thanks for reading!

Your welcome! Here's the 40 MM Bofors gun subassembly, 23 parts. DOWNLOAD

Can you do a render of my PT Boat? Here's the link to the download.

Thank you! You really set the standards for stock water craft. I'll probably make larger vessels once 1.1 drops so I can build ships with better detail. Bofors 40mm cannon subassembly should be up today or later.

PT Boat Stock Replica, 678 parts..... Flush with an interior though

The Saturnian Naval Dockyards Presents A Higgins Class PT Boat (Based mostly off the PT-658) This is the fruit of my labor since 1.0.5's release (also doubles as a early Christmas present for some), smashing personal records by clocking in at 678 parts, with a complete detailed stock interior while being able to scream past at (35 m/s) 68 knots at it's top speed (with the Panther engine afterburner activated) while being able to conduct swift maneuvers to evade all sorts of weapons. The interior is based off that of the PT-658, the only PT Boat left in operating condition. But first... Historical Background The PT Boat was a "Fast Attack Craft" used by the US Navy in WWII. They were Small, fast and inexpensive, but had limited armament, ineffective torpedoes, temperamental aircraft engines, and fragile construction. WWII PT Boats used advances in the planing hull design so they only displaced 30-75 tons, and reached 35-40 kts. This one was based off the PT-658, which displaced 47 mT, was 24 Meters long, and reached 41 knots, carrying 2 officers and 14 enlisted men, and entered service near the end of WWII. I had to take a few liberties to make it work and look well (It doesn't have the planing effect for example, and sits rather high in the water). Maneuverable! Propulsion 1 goliath for the main propulsion, 1 Panther to balance the thrust out, additional speed, and maneuverability. 2 Juno engines are added for wake effect (Credit goes to @Azimech for the inspiration). Action Groups 1 Toggles Engines 2 Thrust reverser on the Goliath (Fast stop, great for avoiding torpedoes!) It's time to go take a tour! First, the bow! A 37 mm cannon is mounted on the front, as well as 20 mm gun for attacks on air targets. Additionally, 2 8-Cell rocket launchers are equipped. .50 cal double barrel Browning guns are equipped on both sides of the ship. Four Mark 13 torpedoes are aboard the PTBoat for sinking enemy ships. The gif below shows a torpedo drop. The scene used destruction FX, which explains the flames, though there is little effect. The Torpedoes travels at 24-32 meters per second. Two depth charges are equipped on the very back against submerged targets. The depth charges will blow up on contact with the sea floor/enemy submarines.On the aft is a 40mm Bofors Cannon for attacking both aircraft and ships. On the very back is the smoke generator. Moving back to the front, we find the control area for the captain, and while not fully shown here, a radar for finding enemy targets and searchlights. Being Valentina is the charthouse containing well... charts and radar/radio equipment. No time to waste, it's time to visit the crew quarters! The ladder leads to the rather crammed front quarters of the ship. Many bunks are located here, as well as the kitchen. Not pictured is the ward, though nobody actually uses it. Behind the ladder are small arms for use by the crew members. The officer desk is located down the hall, as well as the officer bunks. The ammunition for the small arms are located in the lockers here. This is the officers ward. (Yes, the antenna/nosecone is in fact a plunger...) It happens to be sandwiched between two fuel tanks, which sounds quite dangerous, though it would be dangerous regardless of location if the fuel tanks were destroyed...Behind the wards is the engine room, containing the trio of Packard 5M-2000 V12 engines the very boat is propelled by. (Unfortunately, the engine room is only accessible from the command chair.)The very back contains the aft crew quarters, which have a different lay out than the front quarters, and also have a better ward. PT boats are for the fast and the daring, willing to take the risk by charging in close to the enemy! DOWNLOAD REDUCED PART VERSION 400 parts, faster, easier turning, tricycle base, but also somewhat harder to "sail". This is for those who simply cannot afford the above without crashing and your computer groaning. DOWNLOAD BOFORS 40MM Cannon This subassembly is from the main gun on the back, for use on other vessels of your choice. DOWNLOAD MINIMAL PART COUNT VERSION Here's the "minimal" version of the PTBoat, for getting the low-end computers to be able to run the boat without much trouble, as well as for those who want a smooth experience and appreciate the true speed of the PT Boat. The whole assembly has 218 parts, the PTBoat has 205. It travels 40 m/s on normal full thrust, 45 with afterburners, and is much lighter than the other crafts. It doesn't have much in the form of an interior, though most of the rooms are intact. DOWNLOAD BDA VERSION This version uses BDA for explosive torpedoes, and multiple guns from NAS and BDA to get the armament that the actual PT Boat has or at least as close to it. It even carries scuttling charges. It is based of the minimal version, but with torpedoes, so part count is about 280 parts. It is still very fast, despite the armament. Radars are also on board. Hopefully your battles go well! DOWNLOAD A wheel base is included in the download as well as a crew cabin, but it is much easier to get VesselMover or Hyperedit to get in the water, and Take Command is a good idea for getting the kerbals in the command chair in the first place. Scatterer provides the amazing water, which is something i'd also have in handy. Notes: While the PT Boat thrust is partially balanced by the Panther, it still is somewhat uneven, so don't list too much in one direction or you risk spinning around ridiculously. If you find any room for improvement, please leave a comment. If you think the craft deserves it, leave some rep if you enjoyed!

I have a 670 parts PT Boat replica almost complete, but I don't think it would be hard to strip it down to a 100 or so, maybe take a chunk out of the hull and have engines destroyed to make it look dead in the water and reduce parts. It is quite large however..

Parkuzz satellite was a subtle reference to both you and Parkaboy. I suppose the pronunciation is "Parkaz" . Also, when you think about it, almost all comic books in the KSP mission reports were updated in the space of a day! Do you have any ideas for naming the "MOL-Revived". For one thing, Edball described the rebirth of the rocket as a Phoenix, looks like he was right literally . For the upcoming interlude, I'll probably give the characters more "flaws" so to speak... I'm also planning a several part "Christmas Special" or "New Years Special" during Winter Break along with the trios adventures. Also... 600 Rep, haven't gotten a milestone for a long time.

Isn't it true that the real PT Boats were around 30 meters in length though? Mine is about ~2/3ds that.

Yeah, still was kind of annoying, but I made it to space after.

Clear skies and smooth sailing aboard my PT Boat!

It's time for Series 5 Episode 7 (Yes, they were called Entries, now episodes!) as the MOL-Revived (Need a fancy name for it, anyone want to give a name?! ) ascends into the skies! But As The Martian (may) have taught you, rush job missions never really work well all the time... Edball's pure confidence doesn't serve him well, though launch site operators don't play much roles in launches. In other news, i've written a set of guidelines for my characters, though it may not be fully realized.... Cast: Edball Kerman-Rockomax Launch pad operator, Wernher Von Kerman-Cheif Rocket Scientist of the KSP, Valentina Kerman-KAF Captain, KSC Lead Commander. Notes:The bug at the end is likely a scatterer bug, but if The Asteroid Sentinels has a sequel....

I'm almost ready for the PT Boat release, I fixed the chart house, since it was a section I made early on, and so I improved it. Got it working without KJR (I think), and tried a 2 wheesly 1 panther config that didn't work, as one of the engines suffered multiple flameouts, so I'm back to the Goliath engine. I added on Azimech's wake effect engines, i'm using 2 juno engines for my wake, with the aft wake being provided by the game and Goliath engine . The album shows the finished chart house and some "promo pics".

After delays including that of this laptop going for repairs, bad derpy rockets, the 4 page serial involving the Final Procedures To Countdown For Rockomax Launches is shown. While not really emphasized, the fact that Edball had to fire many employees while struggling with losing funds from the KSP is shown with a "Minimalist Cast" at Rockomax Mission Control. We also get to see the KSC reaction, and in fact, "Missile Launch Detected" is an actual notifification for kerbals at the KSC! Wernher is Light Blue Green, but has a portrait and dark red outline for the "bubbles" Val has Blue, Edball has Orange, both Mission Control Staff use green/Light Green. There we go! A much less opposed launch, but an surprisingly all good liftoff doesn't mean something problematic won't happen....

The actual orbit time is 13 days and 14 hours it seems, 400KmX440,000km orbit. The inclinations is around 3 degrees. Heres a one micron infrared camera picture from 68,000 kilometers taken at 11:50Pm EST Sunday.