Great Western 1:200 Orel (292)

Passenger Steamer Great Western 1:200 Card Model Kit – Orel Publishing 292

Scale - 1:200

Model Sheets - A4

Assembly Instruction Language - English, Polish, Russian, German

Product Description

The Great Western was a historic British passenger steamer and the world’s first ship purpose-built for regular transatlantic service. Designed for voyages between Bristol and New York, this pioneering vessel entered service in 1838 and marked a turning point in maritime engineering and passenger transport.

This 1:200 scale card model kit from Orel Publishing faithfully recreates the iconic paddle steamer with its wooden hull, large side paddle wheels, and four-masted sailing rig. The sails were not only used as auxiliary propulsion but also as stabilizers to ensure reliable paddle wheel operation in rough seas.

The model represents the ship during its operational peak, when it averaged just 16 days on the Atlantic crossing to New York. With detailed parts spread across 16 A4 sheets and English-language instructions, this kit offers a challenging and rewarding build. Due to its complexity and fine detailing, it is recommended for experienced card model builders with an interest in historic civil fleet vessels.

Key Features

• Highly detailed card model of the passenger steamer Great Western

• Scale: 1:200

• Publisher: Orel Publishing

• Category: Civil Fleet

• Historic British transatlantic paddle steamer from 1838

• Side paddle wheel propulsion with four masts and sails

• 16 × A4 sheets of model parts

• Clear English-language instructions

• Designed for advanced and experienced model-makers

Summary

A premium historical card model kit depicting one of the most important ships in maritime history. The Great Western 1:200 scale model is an excellent choice for advanced hobbyists seeking an accurate and demanding build of a classic British transatlantic passenger steamer.