Brian Klassen Models

05/30/2026

More of our models are on display...this time in Whistler, BC at the BC Towboat Conference. This is a 4-foot scale model of a submersible drydock. The "real thing" was a barge retrofitted with four large wing walls/flotation tanks. Its internal tanks are filled with water so the whole drydock sinks below the water enough that a vessel can be floated over top. Then the tanks are pumped out, floating it with the vessel on top.
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05/27/2026

05/27/2026

Some of our models currently "in action" at CANSEC in Ottawa...

05/16/2026

Here are four AUV (autonomous underwater vehicles) scale models we built recently for a Burnaby, BC company called Cellula Robotics. These are cutaway models showing the internal features. The larger "Porter" is 45" long and the smaller "Envoy" is 32" long and mounted to bases made to look like 40' shipping containers (to show their transportability). All of the fins, propellers, and acrylic supports come off and along with the bases, and pack into custom made sound equipment shipping cases.
These models have since travelled to trade shows across Canada, USA, Europe, and New Zealand.

So, what can we build for you?
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03/08/2026

OK, now back to a yacht model this time...our bread & butter work for many years.
This is the second model of the same yacht. Designed by Gregory C Marshall (www.gregmarshalldesign.com/) and launched by Philbrook's Boatyard (https://philbrooks.com/) many years ago as the "Chinook Post", and now as the "Umiak V". Both models are 3/8" =1' scale and measure 26" long. The original model (first image) has been in Philbrooks office for several years and the current owner often saw it during his visits and wanted a model of his beloved yacht for himself. Basically, unchanged from her launching, I did incorporate some updates to reflect her current form with specific electronics up top and different tender and ATV. Also upgrading the model from the original, I have added wipers, laser cut wood decking and window frames...all creating a more interesting model!

Our models are clean and crisp, all surfaces are faired smooth and straight. Could there be more detail? Sure. I can custom tailor to your needs.

So, what can we build for you?

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02/28/2026

It's been a while since my last post...I've been busy!

In the past, I've posted scale models of architectural models, motor yachts, sailboats, tugboats, ferries, submarines and AUV's This is something a little different...This "vessel" floats ...and sinks! This is a 4' long scale model of a submersible drydock. This was built for Meridian Marine ( https://www.vancouvershiprepair.ca/ ), here in BC of their soon to be retrofitted barge turned into a mobile drydock. This model is 1:75 scale and features many laser cut, photo etched, cast, and hand made components.

So, what can I make for you?

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12/12/2025

A round up of projects from our shop this past year.
I simply love my work.
This year was very full of a variety of interesting projects. I'd like to thank all of my wonderful clients who trusted me to build models of their vessels and commissioned these fine models and charts!
I am still working flat out on more exciting projects and next year is looking to be yet another busy year.
So, what can I build for you?
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10/12/2025

Even more news about icebreakers lately!
Here's a few more photos of one of two models we built for Seaspan Vancouver Shipyards of their 100m Multi Purpose Icebreaker (MPI) for our Canadian Coast Guard. This is one of the designs (with some modifications) that the USA has chosen recently. Everything was custom / specifically built and spray painted to their specifications.

So, what can we build for you?
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09/23/2025

There has been a lot of news about icebreakers lately.
Here's one of a pair of 3/32"=1' scale models we built for Seaspan Vancouver Shipyards of their 100m Multi Purpose Icebreaker (MPI). They will be starting to build several of these in the near future for our Coast Guard. One model was sent to their Ottawa office, the other stayed in North Vancouver. These 30" models featured several laser cut, 3d printed, cast resin, soldered, photo-etched and of course hand made components. Everything was custom / specifically built and spray painted to their specifications.

So, what can we build for you?
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06/22/2025

Something from my chart making side of my business...The BC coast 18" x 64"...