Mantua-Sergal THERMOPYLAE 1124 Scale

  
Mantua-Sergal THERMOPYLAE 1:60 Scale THERMOPYLAE by Mantua-Sergal # 791 Thermopylae was built for the Aberdeen Line, which was founded in 1825 by George Thompson. She measured 212' x 36' x 20'9, with tonnage 991 GRT, 948 NRT and 927 tons under deck. The under deck coefficient was 0,58. Rigged with royal sails, single topgallant and split top-sails. In 1872, Thermopylae raced the clipper Cutty Sark from Shanghai back to London.

Thermopylae won by seven days after Cutty Sark lost her rudder. From 1882 onward, Thermopylae took part in the Australian wool trade; however, on this route the Cutty Sark proved faster.

Kit features: Double straking with laser cut wooden parts is complete with limewood and walnut strips, Walnut masts, Cotton lines and silk screened flag. High quality fittings of machine turned and photo-etched brass, Copper, and hardwoods are surprisingly plentiful for a kit this size. Two full size sheets of plans are clearly drawn and easy to follow. Length: 575mm (22.6") Height: 375mm (15.3") Vessel Type: 19th Century Sail Model Type: Plank on Bulkhead Skill Level: Intermediate. This item is in the category "Toys & Hobbies\Models & Kits\Boats & Ships".

The seller is "modelexpo33020" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Brand: Mantua Model - Italy
2. MPN: 791
3. Material: Wood
4. Features: Kit
5. Modified Item: No
6. Age Level: 17 Years & Up
7. Type: Boat