San Mateo 1:200 Orel (249)

San Mateo Ferry 1:200 Card Model Kit – Orel Publishing Civil Fleet

Product Description

The San Mateo Ferry 1:200 Card Model Kit from Orel Publishing is a highly detailed paper model of a classic American passenger ferry that served the waters of San Francisco Bay and Puget Sound. Originally built in 1922 by Bethlehem Steel Company, the San Mateo was part of the Six Minute Ferry Company fleet before being acquired by the Southern Pacific Railroad.

This impressive ferry played a major role in West Coast passenger transport for nearly five decades, serving routes such as Seattle–Winslow, Edmonds–Kingston, Fauntleroy–Vashon–Harper, and Bremerton. Its long and varied service history makes it a unique and historically significant ship model.

The kit is printed across 22 A4 pages and includes English instructions, making it suitable for both experienced and intermediate modelers. Once completed, the 1:200 scale model captures the elegant profile and distinctive design of one of America’s most iconic ferry vessels.

Key Features

• Scale: 1:200

• Model Type: Passenger Ferry

• Publisher: Orel Publishing

• Fleet Category: Civil Fleet

• Country: USA

• Year Built: 1922

• Pages: 22 × A4

• Instructions: Included in English

• Model: San Mateo Ferry

• High-quality printed card model kit

• Historically accurate design and proportions

Summary

The San Mateo Ferry 1:200 Card Model Kit by Orel Publishing is a beautifully designed paper model representing a legendary American ferry that operated for nearly 50 years. With detailed construction, English guidance, and strong historical value, it is an excellent choice for collectors, maritime enthusiasts, and card modeling hobbyists.