Virginia 1:200 Orel (206)

CSS Virginia Battleship Card Model Kit 1:200 – Orel Publishing No. 206

Scale - 1:200

Model Sheets - A4

Assembly Instruction Language - English, Polish, Russian, German

Product Description

The CSS Virginia card model kit from Orel Publishing (No. 206) recreates one of the most iconic ironclads of the American Civil War. Originally built as the steam frigate USS Merrimack, the vessel was captured by the Confederate States and rebuilt into the first battleship of the Confederate Navy in 1862.

This historically significant warship is best known for its role in the Battle of Hampton Roads, where it devastated wooden Union ships before engaging the revolutionary ironclad USS Monitor in the world’s first battle between armored warships. Although the battle ended inconclusively, it forever changed naval warfare.

Designed in 1:200 scale, this paper model kit offers an engaging and rewarding build while remaining accessible to modelers with basic to intermediate experience. With clear design and well-balanced complexity, it is an excellent choice for naval history enthusiasts and card modeling fans alike.

Key Features

• Authentic card model of CSS Virginia, Confederate ironclad battleship

• Published by Orel Publishing, catalog number 206

• Scale: 1:200

• Type: Battleship / Ironclad

• Series: Navy

• Country: Confederate States of America

• Era: American Civil War (1862)

• Format: Paper model kit

• Pages: 10 × A4 sheets

• Historically accurate design with clean, build-friendly construction

Summary

The CSS Virginia 1:200 card model kit is a simple yet fascinating naval model representing a milestone in maritime history. Ideal for collectors, history lovers, and paper model builders, it delivers both educational value and an enjoyable building experience.