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Midwest "The Seguin" 1884 Steam Tugboat Model Kit 1:32 Scale (RC Compatible, MID957)A Legendary Working Tug with an 83 Year Career Some ships make history through battle. Others earn their place through decades of honest work. Launched in Bath, Maine in 1884, the Seguin spent an astonishing 83 years in active service, making her one of the longest serving wooden steam tugboats in American maritime history. For generations, she towed massive sailing vessels, assisted larger ships, and worked the busy coastal waters of New England.
A Legendary Working Tug with an 83-Year Career
Some ships make history through battle. Others earn their place through decades of honest work.
Launched in Bath, Maine in 1884, the Seguin spent an astonishing 83 years in active service, making her one of the longest-serving wooden steam tugboats in American maritime history. For generations, she towed massive sailing vessels, assisted larger ships, and worked the busy coastal waters of New England.
Originally developed by Midwest Products and now proudly manufactured by Model Expo, the Seguin remains one of the most respected large-scale wooden boat kits ever produced. Measuring 39 inches long, this substantial model offers the perfect combination of traditional craftsmanship, historical authenticity, and operational flexibility. Build her as a museum-quality display model, a fully functioning radio-controlled tugboat, or even a live-steam powered vessel.
Why Builders Love The Seguin
Large and Impressive: At 39 inches in length, the completed Seguin commands attention wherever she is displayed. The generous size allows for exceptional scale detail while creating a model that becomes the definitive centerpiece of any collection.
Traditional Wooden Ship Modeling: The Seguin features authentic plank-on-frame construction, giving builders the rewarding experience of creating a true wooden hull rather than simply assembling pre-shaped plastic parts.
Precision Laser-Cut Components: Upgraded laser-cut basswood and walnut parts provide excellent accuracy and fit, significantly reducing prep time while preserving the raw wood craftsmanship that experienced builders appreciate.
Ready for RC Conversion: Unlike many display-oriented ship kits, the Seguin was designed with ample interior space. The large hull easily accommodates radio-control equipment, batteries, motors, servos, and drive systems.
Live Steam Compatible: For enthusiasts who enjoy the ultimate scale boating experience, the spacious hull can comfortably house miniature marine steam plants, making the Seguin an outstanding candidate for live-steam operation.
Authentic Maritime Character: From her distinctive pilothouse to her classic tugboat profile, every aspect of the Seguin captures the rugged appearance of a hardworking, late-19th-century steam tug.
Specifications
Manufacturer: Midwest Products / Model Expo
Kit Number: 957
Scale: 1:32 (3/8" = 1')
Construction: Plank-on-Frame
Overall Length: 39" (990 mm)
Beam (Width): 7¾" (195 mm)
Height: 23" (584 mm)
Display Model: Yes
RC Conversion Compatible: Yes
What's Included
Precision laser-cut basswood parts
Laser-cut walnut components
Premium strip wood for hull and deck planking
Brass pieces; Includes Railings, Whistle, Smokestack, Chains, Rail Stanchions, Cotter Pins and Cabin Protective Sheeting.
Complete Fitting Set includes Hawse Pipe Lips, Chocks, Running Lights, Blocks, Cotton. Resin Propeller and Wire Cordage.
Wood Lifeboat, Smokestack & Masts.
Detailed plans and rigging drawings
Step-by-step illustrated instructions
⚠️ Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced The Seguin is a serious wooden ship modeling project designed for builders who enjoy traditional construction techniques. Experience with hull planking, fairing frames, and general wooden model building is recommended. The reward is a substantial, highly detailed model that many builders consider one of the finest tugboat kits ever offered.
RC & Steam Builder Notes
Many builders choose the Seguin specifically because of her superb suitability for operation on the water.
If you plan to install radio-control equipment or a live-steam power plant, it is highly recommended that you determine component placement, shaft alignment, ballast requirements, and access points BEFORE permanently installing the deck.
Please note: Running hardware, motors, radio systems, batteries, propeller shafts, and steam equipment are not included and are available to be purchased separately.
A Model You'll Be Proud to Display
Whether displayed in your home, operated at the pond, or powered by a miniature steam engine, the Seguin offers the kind of rewarding building experience that made Midwest kits famous among generations of modelers. Large, authentic, and beautifully detailed, this classic steam tug remains one of the finest wooden boat kits available today.
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★★★★★ 5
Used in our bakery/coffee shop
Size: 2 Set 5-Tier, Planks Not Included, Size: 2 Set 5-Tier, Planks Not Included
We ordered the 5 tier set to use in our bakery/coffee shop. We used eight 4’ planks and one 12’ plank along the top. Couldn’t be more pleased with how it turned out. Very easy to assemble and high quality for the price!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Better than expected, these are great looking and heavy duty
Size: 42inch Tall (NOT included wood planks), Color: Black
These are heavy duty, and just as pictured. They are beautiful.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great value extra storage
Size: 42inch Tall (NOT included wood planks), Color: Black, Size: 42inch Tall (NOT included wood planks), Color: Black
This was a Great storage option for a corner where we had no cabinets, it has very stylish hardware Storage Space it’s quality built it fits well it’s very easy to install. It came with screws. All the hardware, I’m going to put white dishes on the shelves with my coffee bar.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Quality pipes for a good price
Size: 42inch Tall (NOT included wood planks), Color: Black
This item is just as described. It is the pipe fitting portion of a 3 shelf unit. You must buy your shelving separately once the rails have been installed. Purchasing the pieces this way was much more cost-effective than separately buying each part from the hardware store, and all the pieces were clean and ready to be mounted unlike the pieces from the hardware store. It was moderately difficult to hang, since you are trying to keep everything very level. I imagine the distance between each rail will be a factor in how easy this is to level. The difficulty may have also stemmed from the fact that we were mounting it in a small toilet room and had little room to maneuver during the installation process. Still, it is a good product and we are considering purchasing a second one for another location in our home.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2019
★★★★★ 4
Not real Black Iron, but works just as well
Size: 42inch Tall (NOT included wood planks), Color: Black
First, these parts that I got were not real Black Iron pipes like you would pick up at a hardware store, they are like furniture grade tubes for an IKEA shelving system. The thread would fit 3/4 pipe from like HD, but they are not the same, I know this because I just bought some of the pipe and parts for a small shelf right before ordering this. I should have known from the price, the real stuff is kind of pricey, but nicer. The elbows and T-connectors as well as the flanges seem more like galvanized steel painted black. HOWEVER, the end product is pretty nice and very versatile as to where you would want to put it. It is still pretty sturdy, and if screwed into a stud, I believe it would hold a lot of weight. The entire shelving system is painted black, so unlike Black Iron, it will not stain your hands black when handling it. Putting this together took about 30 min, the longest part was adjusting angles and lengths to get it flat and squared, but was not hard at all. This kit does NOT come with shelf boards, so length of that is up to you. It also came with mounting screws, but they are thin and I would suggest as your getting boards for shelves, also pick up some beefier screws, U used #12 - 1 1/4" wood screws with the sleeves for drywall and a little longer for securing it into a stud. All in all, this black pipe shelf looks nice, is nice and will work out great, just know, it is not the real Black Iron pipes and parts you would get from a hardware store, but the threads would fit if you wanted to add to this. I only knocked down one star because of this, and if I am going to buy more of these, I would prefer the real stuff and not go with this one.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2020