{"product_id":"m-v-john-paul-eckstein-marquette-veteran-m-v-ray-a-eckstein-towboat-model","title":"M\/V John Paul Eckstein \/ Marquette Veteran \u0026 M\/V Ray A. Eckstein Towboat Model","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe M\/V John Paul Eckstein and M\/V Ray A. Eckstein represent a series of large line-haul towboats that helped define Marquette Transportation's growth throughout the inland river system. While sharing the same overall appearance and design lineage, vessels within the series featured numerous detail changes, equipment updates, and horsepower variations over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers two of the most recognizable examples from the class, both available and ready to ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Variants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM\/V John Paul Eckstein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt in 1997 by Quality Shipyards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenamed M\/V Marquette Veteran in 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e170' x 48'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8,400 horsepower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM\/V Ray A. Eckstein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt in 2000\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9,280 horsepower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar overall design with numerous detail differences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral vessels were constructed to this general arrangement, with each boat receiving updates and modifications throughout its service life. While closely related in appearance, no two examples were exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese models capture the overall appearance and character of the vessels while remaining durable and practical for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Scale: 1:245\u003cbr\u003e• Waterline Display Model\u003cbr\u003e• Approximate Model Length: 8.3\"\u003cbr\u003e• Produced in durable ASA plastic\u003cbr\u003e• Designed for static display only\u003cbr\u003e• Not intended to float\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• In stock and ready to ship\u003cbr\u003e• Both vessel variants currently available\u003cbr\u003e• Ships within 2 business days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Accuracy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModels are produced in the likeness of the vessel and emphasize overall appearance and character rather than exact reproduction of every feature. Most designs are created from photographs and publicly available reference material rather than original construction drawings. Certain details may be simplified, modified, or omitted to improve durability, appearance, and manufacturability at scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLooking for Another Vessel in the Series?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional sister vessels and nameplate variations may be available through the Custom Orders page. If you are searching for a specific vessel from this design family, please reach out for availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hold_My_Boat","offers":[{"title":"Marquette Veteran","offer_id":52499156795703,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"John Paul Eckstein (not current)","offer_id":52499156828471,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ray A. Eckstein","offer_id":52499156861239,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0797\/5551\/0071\/files\/IMG_7371.jpg?v=1781882661","url":"https:\/\/holdmyboat.com\/products\/m-v-john-paul-eckstein-marquette-veteran-m-v-ray-a-eckstein-towboat-model","provider":"Hold My Boat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}