USS Mississippi 1:200 Orel (380)

USS Mississippi (1841) – 1:200 Scale Card Model Kit | Orel Publishing No. 380

Scale - 1:200

Model Sheets - A4

Assembly Instruction Language - English, Polish, Russian, German

Product Description

The USS Mississippi (1841) card model kit from Orel Publishing presents a highly detailed reproduction of one of the most important paddle-driven steam frigates of the United States Navy. Designed at 1:200 scale, this advanced paper model faithfully captures the distinctive silhouette, paddle wheels, rigging, and deck layout of this historic warship.

Originally built between 1839 and 1841, USS Mississippi played a significant role in 19th-century naval history. The ship saw action during the Mexican-American War, served in the Mediterranean, and later took part in the legendary 1852–1855 expedition to Japan under Commodore Matthew Perry, helping to open Japan to the West. During the American Civil War, USS Mississippi participated in the Union blockade and the assault on New Orleans before being lost in combat at Port Hudson in 1863.

This kit includes 18 A4 pages of precisely printed parts and English-language instructions, making it suitable for international modelers. Due to its high level of detailing, complex structure, and historical accuracy, this model is recommended for experienced card model builders seeking a challenging and rewarding project.

Key Features

• Scale: 1:200

• Model Type: Paddle-driven steam frigate

• Publisher: Orel Publishing

• Catalog Number: 380

• Pages: 18 × A4

• Instructions: English

• Category: The Navy

• Country: USA

• Era: 1841

• Skill Level: Advanced / Experienced modelers

• High-detail design with accurate historical proportions

Summary

The USS Mississippi 1:200 card model kit is a premium, historically rich paper model offering exceptional detail and complexity. Ideal for advanced modelers, it represents a key vessel of 19th-century U.S. naval history and makes an impressive display piece upon completion.