{"product_id":"m-v-dick-conerly-towboat-model","title":"M\/V Dick Conerly – United Barge Line Towboat Model","description":"\u003ch1\u003eM\/V Dick Conerly – United Barge Line\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Dick Conerly\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most recognizable towboats to sail in the distinctive \u003cstrong\u003eUnited Barge Line\u003c\/strong\u003e color scheme. Built by \u003cstrong\u003eSt. Louis Ship\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eFederal Barge Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e, the vessel later joined the United Barge Line fleet before continuing her career as today's \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Martha Ingram\u003c\/strong\u003e. This model recreates the boat during her memorable United Barge Line years, preserving a chapter of inland river history that remains a favorite among collectors and former crewmembers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by 10,500 horsepower, the Dick Conerly was designed for demanding line-haul service on America's inland waterways. Her distinctive profile and striking United Barge Line livery made her a familiar sight throughout the Mississippi River system and continue to make her one of the most recognizable boats of her era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach model is individually designed from reference material before being 3D printed, hand assembled, and carefully finished by me into a display-quality replica. Whether displayed in a home, office, or wheelhouse, every model is built with the same attention to detail that has become the hallmark of Hold My Boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic \u003cstrong\u003eUnited Barge Line\u003c\/strong\u003e livery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepresents the vessel as \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Dick Conerly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt by \u003cstrong\u003eSt. Louis Ship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10,500 horsepower line-haul towboat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally designed, 3D printed, hand assembled, and finished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProudly designed and manufactured in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApproximate Model Dimensions (1:245 Scale)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoat Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.8\" L × 2.5\" W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in another chapter of this vessel's history? Be sure to see my \u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Martha Ingram\u003c\/strong\u003e listing, which depicts the same towboat in her current appearance. Additional historical liveries may be offered as they become available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDon't See the Boat You're Looking For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy website primarily features \u003cstrong\u003ecompleted, in-stock inventory\u003c\/strong\u003e ready for immediate shipment. If you don't see the vessel, company, or paint scheme you're searching for, it doesn't necessarily mean I don't build it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI produce models in small batches, and many vessels return as inventory is completed. If you're looking for a specific towboat, fleet, historical paint scheme, or quantity that isn't currently listed, please contact me. I'd be happy to discuss future production, business orders, or custom requests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hold My Boat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52615032766775,"sku":"Jim Bernhardt","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0797\/5551\/0071\/files\/IMG_7640.jpg?v=1783377015","url":"https:\/\/holdmyboat.com\/products\/m-v-dick-conerly-towboat-model","provider":"Hold My Boat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}