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British Motor Torpedo Boat 1939-45: No. 74 (New Vanguard)

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During the Second World War, flotillas of the Royal Navy's Motor Torpedo Boats and other coastal forces fought a deadly war for control of the English Channel and the North Sea. These small, fast boats attacked enemy convoys, escorted freighters, landed secret agents and even raided enemy ports. Unsung heroes, these craft and their tiny crews helped stave off defeat in the dark days of 1940. The same vessels then took the fight to other waters, and by the end of the war, British MTB's had seen service in the Mediterranean, the Baltic and the Far East. This book examines the development and operation of these frail, sleek little warships, and describes the way they were manned and how they fought.
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About the Author

Angus Konstam hails from the Orkney Islands and is the author of over 15 books, many of which are published by Osprey. His other maritime titles include Elite 67: 'Pirates 1660-1730', Elite 69: 'Buccaneers 1620-1700' and Elite 70: 'Elizabethan Sea Dogs 1560-1605'. Formerly the Curator of Weapons in the Royal Armouries at the Tower of London, he also served as the Chief Curator of the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum in Key West, Florida. He is now based in London, where he combines a freelance museum consultancy business with a career as a historian and writer. Tony Bryan is a freelance illustrator of many years experience. He initially qualified in Engineering and worked for a number of years in Military Research and Development, and has a keen interest in military hardware - armour, small arms, aircraft and ships. Tony has produced many illustrations for partworks, magazines and books, including a number of titles in the New Vanguard series.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars King of the waves

P.C. · 31 May 2025

Great book

5.0 out of 5 stars Concise little book on the famous little craft

i.h. · 8 September 2024

Great detail and really informative

4.0 out of 5 stars A good book for those who wish to model wartime MTB's!

F. · 22 December 2013

Good quality paper. Many colour illustrations with helpful practical advice on the construction and modification of specific kits. This and John Lambert's book on allied torpedo boats are necessary for a modelling project on British Coastal Forces craft.

5.0 out of 5 stars My old man loved it lol

A.M. · 27 May 2022

Well my dad wond stop going on about how good it is. He loves motor torpedo boats and this was a great gift for him. I'd recommend 100%.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent

s. · 25 April 2019

Excellent Book .

5.0 out of 5 stars to help mode building mtb

M.P.R. · 21 November 2013

very good info for model builders also good history of the use of the mtb as well good pictures very good

4.0 out of 5 stars Great detail and illustrations just what I needed

P.M.D. · 3 March 2022

Research into my Grandfathers involvement with MTB’s

5.0 out of 5 stars An accurate record of RN "little ships"

J.R.D.H. · 16 February 2014

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book which brought back many happy memories of my wartime service in the Royal Navy.

Fundgrube zu den B MTB

D.C.P. · 10 January 2011

Ein willkommenes Nachschlagewerk als Ergänzung zur bisher vorhandenen Literatur. Text und Bilder sowie die Farbzeichnungen sind sehr ausgewogen. Sehr hilfreich sind auch die Tabellen und der Index.Dr. C.-J. Pickenpack

Five Stars

d.c. · 26 October 2014

great book

WW II British MTBs

S.C. · 18 September 2010

This is an excellent reference for modellers or history buffs, and I'm both! The photos are either taken while in action, the drawings are complete and revealing, and the information included is both fascinating and to the point.I am attempting to model an MTB of the period for the second time. The first was botched because I was in such a hurry; this will make the details come to life. Also an ideal tie-in for "A Prayer for the Ship", one of my favorite novels on the time-frame, by Alexander Kent.

Bien utile pour les passionnés d'histoire navale et de maquettisme

C.L. · 11 February 2020

Une publication très bien documentée sur les unités de la "petite flotte" côtière anglaise. Riche en détails techniques elle sera intéressante pour les amateurs d'histoire, les maquettistes avertis et, pourquoi pas, pour les plaisanciers. Typiquement britannique, cet ouvrage requiert un minimum de connaissances sur le domaine traité et, naturellement, de la langue anglaise dont la prose reste ici, cependant, plus qu'abordable.

Interessanter Überblick, aber zu knapp

A. · 17 February 2019

Das Heft habe ich zusammen mit dem Heft „MGB“ gekauft als erste Hefte der „New Vanguard“-Reihe überhaupt.Vorweg: 48 Seiten sind zuwenig für dieses interessante Thema. Ich lege hier mal die „Aircraft-Aces“- und „Combat Aircraft“-Reihen aus dem Osprey-Verlag mit 80-100 Seiten zu Grunde.Inhalt: Kompakte Geschichte der Entwicklung der Bootstypen, Bewaffnung und Verlustlisten der Boote. Dazu Erläuterungen zu den Zeichnungen und Gemälden am Ende. Von den Einsätzen erfährt man leider nur wenig.Bildumfang: 40 s/w Aufnahmen von Booten, Details und Besatzung; 1 Cutaway (MTB 223), 8 Bootszeichnungen, 2 Gemäldeabbildungen.Bessere Fotos bietet die „in Action“-Reihe von Squdron Signal: hier sind Hefte über die Vosper MTB, PT-Boats und deutschen Schnellboote erschienen. (Hier ist der Text aber noch kürzer.)Das aktuelle Heft sehe ich als Ergänzung meiner Bibliothek. Meine Erwartungen wurden insofern erfüllt, als dass ich angesichts des Umfangs von Vorneherein nicht zu viel erwartet hatte. Insgesamt daher 4 Sterne.

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British Motor Torpedo Boat 1939-45: No. 74 (New Vanguard)

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British Motor Torpedo Boat 1939-45: No. 74 (New Vanguard)

Product ID: K1841765007
Condition: New

4.6

British Motor Torpedo Boat 1939-45: No. 74 (New Vanguard)-0
Type: Paperback

AED8149

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

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Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United Kingdom

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

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All product information, images, descriptions, and reviews originate from the manufacturer or from trusted sellers overseas. BOLO is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorized retailer for most brands listed on our website unless stated otherwise.

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Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

During the Second World War, flotillas of the Royal Navy's Motor Torpedo Boats and other coastal forces fought a deadly war for control of the English Channel and the North Sea. These small, fast boats attacked enemy convoys, escorted freighters, landed secret agents and even raided enemy ports. Unsung heroes, these craft and their tiny crews helped stave off defeat in the dark days of 1940. The same vessels then took the fight to other waters, and by the end of the war, British MTB's had seen service in the Mediterranean, the Baltic and the Far East. This book examines the development and operation of these frail, sleek little warships, and describes the way they were manned and how they fought.
Read more

Review

Select Guide Rating

About the Author

Angus Konstam hails from the Orkney Islands and is the author of over 15 books, many of which are published by Osprey. His other maritime titles include Elite 67: 'Pirates 1660-1730', Elite 69: 'Buccaneers 1620-1700' and Elite 70: 'Elizabethan Sea Dogs 1560-1605'. Formerly the Curator of Weapons in the Royal Armouries at the Tower of London, he also served as the Chief Curator of the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum in Key West, Florida. He is now based in London, where he combines a freelance museum consultancy business with a career as a historian and writer. Tony Bryan is a freelance illustrator of many years experience. He initially qualified in Engineering and worked for a number of years in Military Research and Development, and has a keen interest in military hardware - armour, small arms, aircraft and ships. Tony has produced many illustrations for partworks, magazines and books, including a number of titles in the New Vanguard series.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars King of the waves

P.C. · 31 May 2025

Great book

5.0 out of 5 stars Concise little book on the famous little craft

i.h. · 8 September 2024

Great detail and really informative

4.0 out of 5 stars A good book for those who wish to model wartime MTB's!

F. · 22 December 2013

Good quality paper. Many colour illustrations with helpful practical advice on the construction and modification of specific kits. This and John Lambert's book on allied torpedo boats are necessary for a modelling project on British Coastal Forces craft.

5.0 out of 5 stars My old man loved it lol

A.M. · 27 May 2022

Well my dad wond stop going on about how good it is. He loves motor torpedo boats and this was a great gift for him. I'd recommend 100%.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent

s. · 25 April 2019

Excellent Book .

5.0 out of 5 stars to help mode building mtb

M.P.R. · 21 November 2013

very good info for model builders also good history of the use of the mtb as well good pictures very good

4.0 out of 5 stars Great detail and illustrations just what I needed

P.M.D. · 3 March 2022

Research into my Grandfathers involvement with MTB’s

5.0 out of 5 stars An accurate record of RN "little ships"

J.R.D.H. · 16 February 2014

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book which brought back many happy memories of my wartime service in the Royal Navy.

Fundgrube zu den B MTB

D.C.P. · 10 January 2011

Ein willkommenes Nachschlagewerk als Ergänzung zur bisher vorhandenen Literatur. Text und Bilder sowie die Farbzeichnungen sind sehr ausgewogen. Sehr hilfreich sind auch die Tabellen und der Index.Dr. C.-J. Pickenpack

Five Stars

d.c. · 26 October 2014

great book

WW II British MTBs

S.C. · 18 September 2010

This is an excellent reference for modellers or history buffs, and I'm both! The photos are either taken while in action, the drawings are complete and revealing, and the information included is both fascinating and to the point.I am attempting to model an MTB of the period for the second time. The first was botched because I was in such a hurry; this will make the details come to life. Also an ideal tie-in for "A Prayer for the Ship", one of my favorite novels on the time-frame, by Alexander Kent.

Bien utile pour les passionnés d'histoire navale et de maquettisme

C.L. · 11 February 2020

Une publication très bien documentée sur les unités de la "petite flotte" côtière anglaise. Riche en détails techniques elle sera intéressante pour les amateurs d'histoire, les maquettistes avertis et, pourquoi pas, pour les plaisanciers. Typiquement britannique, cet ouvrage requiert un minimum de connaissances sur le domaine traité et, naturellement, de la langue anglaise dont la prose reste ici, cependant, plus qu'abordable.

Interessanter Überblick, aber zu knapp

A. · 17 February 2019

Das Heft habe ich zusammen mit dem Heft „MGB“ gekauft als erste Hefte der „New Vanguard“-Reihe überhaupt.Vorweg: 48 Seiten sind zuwenig für dieses interessante Thema. Ich lege hier mal die „Aircraft-Aces“- und „Combat Aircraft“-Reihen aus dem Osprey-Verlag mit 80-100 Seiten zu Grunde.Inhalt: Kompakte Geschichte der Entwicklung der Bootstypen, Bewaffnung und Verlustlisten der Boote. Dazu Erläuterungen zu den Zeichnungen und Gemälden am Ende. Von den Einsätzen erfährt man leider nur wenig.Bildumfang: 40 s/w Aufnahmen von Booten, Details und Besatzung; 1 Cutaway (MTB 223), 8 Bootszeichnungen, 2 Gemäldeabbildungen.Bessere Fotos bietet die „in Action“-Reihe von Squdron Signal: hier sind Hefte über die Vosper MTB, PT-Boats und deutschen Schnellboote erschienen. (Hier ist der Text aber noch kürzer.)Das aktuelle Heft sehe ich als Ergänzung meiner Bibliothek. Meine Erwartungen wurden insofern erfüllt, als dass ich angesichts des Umfangs von Vorneherein nicht zu viel erwartet hatte. Insgesamt daher 4 Sterne.

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