Le Fleuron 1:100 Orel (207)

Le Fleuron 1:100 Card Model Kit – French 64-Gun Warship (1729) | Orel Publishing 207

Scale - 1:100

Model Sheets - A3

Assembly Instruction Language - English, Polish, Russian, German

Product Description

The Le Fleuron 1:100 Card Model Kit by Orel Publishing is a highly detailed representation of one of the finest French warships of the early 18th century. Designed by renowned naval architect B. Olivier, this 64-cannon third-rate battleship was celebrated for its speed, elegance, and advanced construction.

Built in 1729 for the fleet of Louis XV, Le Fleuron served with distinction until 1745, taking part in missions along the coasts of North America, Guinea, and during cruises to the Baltic Sea. This model faithfully captures the refined French shipbuilding style of the era, offering an authentic and historically accurate build.

The kit features an exquisitely drawn hull, elegant frames, internal side plating, iron kneepieces, bronze and iron cannons, and traditional French rigging with round head hoops. With 33 sheets in A3 format and English-language instructions, this is an advanced and rewarding project for experienced paper modelers and naval history enthusiasts.

Key Features

• Authentic model of the French 64-gun third-rate warship Le Fleuron

• Historical design from 1729 by naval architect B. Olivier

• Highly detailed hull structure and internal framing

• Accurate cannons, kneepieces, and French-style rigging

• Scale: 1:100

• Volume: 33 × A3 sheets

• Clear English instructions included

• Publisher: Orel Publishing (No. 207)

Summary

A premium card model kit showcasing the elegance and power of early 18th-century French naval engineering. Le Fleuron is a challenging yet stunning build, ideal for advanced modelers seeking historical accuracy and exceptional visual detail.