U.S.S. YO / YOG / YW

Yard Oiler · Gasoline Barge · Water Barge — Kit #4-062

All Iron Shipwrights 1/350 Scale Model Kits Come with a Full Resin Hull, Resin Parts, Photoetch, Instructions, and Decals

Decals for all the ships in this class are included.

• Scale: 1/350
• Kit Includes: Full resin hull, resin detail parts, precision photoetched parts, comprehensive assembly instructions, and decals for all ships in the class.
• Condition: Brand new and unassembled. If the product photo shows a completed model, it is for reference only — your kit will arrive unbuilt.
• Customer Support: Excellent support with free replacement parts — no questions asked.

NOTICE: Model kit does not come with a display stand.

Brief History

YO / YOG / YW barges were U.S. Navy yard barges used to store and transfer fuel and fresh water in naval yards, anchorages, and remote bases. YO denotes fuel oil barges, YOG indicates gasoline/oil barges (generally for gasoline or other volatile fuels), and YW denotes water barges. These were typically non‑self‑propelled or lightly powered steel vessels built in large numbers from World War II into the Cold War era. They carried tanks, pumping and hose gear on deck, small service or engine spaces, and either a minimal crew or were towed by tugs.

Their role was logistical: acting as floating tank farms, refueling ships alongside in harbor, and supplying shore facilities and remote stations. After wartime service many were laid up, sold into civilian service, converted for alternate uses, or scrapped; a number were reclassified or retained in auxiliary service through the mid‑20th century. YOs/YOGs/YWs were typically identified by hull numbers rather than formal names and varied in size depending on their specific design and cargo type.

Approximate 1/350 Model Length

Full‑size yard barges varied in length, typically between roughly 100 and 200 feet depending on type. Below are representative model lengths at 1/350 scale (rounded to the nearest tenth):

• 100 ft full size → ~3.4 in (1/350)
• 150 ft full size → ~5.1 in (1/350) — a common representative example
• 200 ft full size → ~6.9 in (1/350)

If you can provide the specific hull number or the full‑size length of the particular barge this kit represents, we can supply a more exact model length.

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Reference materials can be helpful for painting, markings, and historical details.

If you have questions about fit, rigging, or need replacement parts, contact our customer support — we stand behind our kits and provide free replacement parts when needed.

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• Delivery within the continental U.S. typically takes 4–12 business days, depending on destination.

• Example:

  • California: 4–6 business days

  • New York: 5–12 business days

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Note: Shipment estimates below apply to Handcrafted Model Ships products. For Old Modern Handicrafts, shipping times are similar but may vary slightly.

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