This asset supplies a single HO-scale (1:87) master STL representing a compact aluminum-style fishing boat seated in its matching single-axle cradle trailer. The hull follows a utilitarian jon/flat‑V hybrid profile common to small inland recreational craft, featuring a shallow deadrise along the keel, modest freeboard, defined chines, an open cockpit area with simplified seat consoles, and a clearly modeled transom sized to accept a small outboard motor. Exterior hull lines are emphasized while fragile interior fittings are intentionally simplified so the silhouette reads well at HO scale.
Trailer and assembly
The trailer is a cradle-style single-axle road trailer modeled to visually support the hull. Notable geometry includes a center tongue with a visible hitch pad, molded cradle supports under the keel and chines to seat the hull, axle placement with recessed wheel wells sized for HO presentation, and a small winch/attachment area at the tongue. The master STL is provided as a combined boat-plus-trailer assembly with the hull seated in the cradle; parts are positioned to print together but can be separated in CAD or a slicer if you prefer to print them independently. Locating features are subtle — consider adding alignment pins if you split the assembly for printing and glue assembly.
What you get
- One master STL file scaled to HO (1:87), representing the complete boat-and-trailer assembly as modeled. No alternate scale STLs or other formats are included. Conversion guidance is provided for rescaling the single 1:87 master to other hobby scales (for example 1:72, 1:64, 1:120, 1:160). Always re-evaluate thin details and minimum printable thickness after rescaling.
Model highlights
- Readable hull silhouette: flat-to-shallow-V bottom, defined chines and keel, open cockpit and a transom sized for an aftermarket outboard.
- Trailer fidelity: cradle supports, tongue and hitch pad, recessed wheel wells and a visible axle area sized for HO wheels.
- Print-friendly topology: micro-noise and excessive topology density were reduced to improve small-scale slicing and to preserve silhouette at HO scale.
Printing and finishing notes
The master is supplied as a single assembly. For resin printing, orient the hull keel toward the build plate and add small supports under the transom and cradle contact points. For FDM, consider printing the hull upside-down with minimal supports under the transom and use a brim for stability; print the trailer on its wheels or flat with small supports under the tongue. Thin details such as an outboard motor, oars or cushions were omitted to reduce fragile elements at HO; use aftermarket parts or scratch-build small accessories to taste.
Intended uses
This compact boat-and-trailer assembly is ideal as an HO accessory for model-railroad layouts (parked at a lakeside ramp, behind a pickup at a campsite), small diorama scenes of marinas and campgrounds, or as a compact display piece. The footprint is intentionally small so the assembly remains unobtrusive on layouts while still visually recognizable.
Provenance and review notes
This listing was derived from an automated legacy MeshRef project and original metadata is limited. Visual identity (compact aluminum-style fishing boat with cradle trailer) has been confirmed from the source render; specific prototype matching (brand, hull type, or measured real-world dimensions) was not available. If you require explicit prototype matching or measured dimensions, request a custom measurement or a higher-confidence asset from support.
Licensing and support
One printable hobby asset for personal use and hobby resale under Miniature Reality terms. Commercial redistribution of raw STL files is not permitted without an explicit license. If you need split parts, alternate scales, or different formats, contact Miniature Reality for a custom conversion.
Miniature Reality Personal-Use License (No AI / No Resale)
- Allowed: personal printing for your own layouts, dioramas, tabletop games, and personal display.
- Not allowed: sharing or distributing the digital files (free or paid), re-uploading to any site, bundling, remix resale, or selling/redistributing printed outputs.
- Not allowed: using the files (or derivatives) to train, fine-tune, test, or feed any AI/ML system (including dataset creation).
- Not allowed: commercial use of any kind without a separate written commercial license from Miniature Reality.
- Note: digital files may include purchaser-linked identifiers / forensic watermarking to help investigate unauthorized distribution.
