TS Hanseatic 1:250 HMV 103322

HMV TS Hanseatic 1/250 Card Model Kit – Luxury Ocean Liner by Peter Brandt

Scale - 1:250

Model Sheets - A4

Assembly Instruction Language - German, English

Product Description:

Recreate one of the most elegant ocean liners in maritime history with the HMV TS Hanseatic 1/250 Card Model Kit (103322). Designed by the legendary Peter Brandt, this detailed paper model brings to life “Die schöne Hamburgerin” – The Beautiful Lady from Hamburg.

Originally launched in 1930 as the Empress of Japan, this ship later sailed proudly as the Hanseatic under the Hamburg Atlantic Line from 1958 until 1966. The HMV model captures her elegant lines and timeless design, featuring intricate superstructures, lifeboats, and even a swimming pool and tennis court on the upper decks.

With 26 A4 sheets, 1830 parts, and precisely fitting components, this is a challenging yet rewarding build for advanced modelers. Experience the golden age of ocean travel as you construct this highly detailed representation of one of the world’s most iconic passenger liners.

Key Features:

• Scale: 1/250

• Designer: Peter Brandt

• Difficulty: Difficult – for experienced modelers

• Highly detailed superstructure and hull true to the original ship

• Includes: 22 lifeboats, tennis court, swimming pool, recliners, benches, and flags

• 26 DIN A4 sheets, 1830 parts (1335 without alternatives)

• Length: 810 mm (31.89 in)

• Languages: German & English instructions with pictures

• Manufacturer: HMV Hamburger Modellbaubogen Verlag / fentens productions

Historical Summary:

The TS Hanseatic began her life as the Empress of Japan in 1930 and served as a troop transport during WWII. In 1958 she was reborn as the Hanseatic after extensive refitting by Howaldtswerke Hamburg. Beloved for her elegance and service between Hamburg and New York, her story ended tragically in 1966 after a fire in New York Harbor. Today, her legacy continues through this exquisite model kit — a tribute to craftsmanship and maritime history.