Scout Model Maker

Choose 1 of the following options:

• General model making
  • Choose one of these activities:
    • Build a model using a plastic or white metal kit or pre-cast figures.
    • Design and construct a model from a wood, plastic or metal construction set, such as Lego or Meccano.
    • Show that you know the different types of kits or parts available in the material you chose.
    • Talk about the experience of building the model with a knowledgeable adult.
• Model aeroplanes
  • Build a model aeroplane, using a kit if you want to. It must meet one of these target flight performances:
    • A hand-launched glider must fly for 25 seconds.
    • A tow-launched glider must fly for 45 seconds, with 50 metres maximum line length.
    • A rubber-powered aircraft must fly for 30 seconds.
    • An engine-powered aircraft must fly for 45 seconds, with 15 seconds maximum motor run.
    • A control line aircraft must show a smooth take off and landing, with three laps of level flight at about 2 metres, with a climb and dive.
  • Talk about the experience of building and flying the model with a knowledgeable adult.
• Model boats
  • Build an electric or engine-powered model boat or yacht at least 45 cm in length.
  • Show that it’s capable of maintaining a straight course of at least 25 metres.
  • You can use a kit if you like.
  • Talk about the experience of building the model with a knowledgeable adult.
• Model cars
  • Choose one of these two activities:
    • Build an electric slot car racer.
    • Drive it a minimum distance of 122 metres on any track, without stopping or leaving the slot more than four times.
    • Build a free running car of any type.
    • Show that it can run for at least 18 metres.
    • Airscrew drive is allowed and you can use a kit if you like.
  • Talk about the experience of building the model with a knowledgeable adult.
• Model trains
  • Build a model coach or wagon.
  • Show that it can run properly behind a scale locomotive.
  • Build a scaled scenic model, such as a station or farmhouse for a railway layout.
  • You can use a kit if you like.
  • Talk about the experience of building your models with a knowledgeable adult.