Schwan II 1:250 HMV 103362

HMV Steamer Schwan II – 1907 Passenger and Freight Ship Card Model Kit 1:250

Scale - 1:250

Model Sheets - A4

Assembly Instruction Language - German, English, French, Spanish, Russian, Japanese

Product Description:
Build a piece of maritime history with the HMV Steamer Schwan II Card Model Kit (103362). This detailed paper model recreates the elegant German steamer built in 1907 at the Neptun Shipyard in Rostock. Originally serving both freight and 82 first- and second-class passengers, the Schwan II later played a role as a blockade runner during World War I, equipped with two 8.8 cm guns.

Designed by Peter Brandt and published by HMV Hamburger Modellbaubogen Verlag, this high-quality card model captures the graceful lines and classic proportions of the early 20th-century steamship. The model features fine printed details, realistic proportions, and multilingual instructions, making it ideal for both experienced paper modelers and collectors of historical ships.

Recreate the Steamer Schwan II, later renamed Pinguin, which served the Kriegsmarine and continued in civilian trade until the 1950s. A perfect addition to any maritime model collection.

Key Features:

• Scale: 1:250

• Difficulty: Medium

• Designer: Peter Brandt

• Manufacturer: HMV Hamburger Modellbaubogen Verlag

• Parts: 599 (299 without alternatives)

• Sheets: 4 × DIN A4

• Languages: German, English, French, Spanish, Russian, Japanese

• Dimensions: Length 290 mm, Width 50 mm, Height 120 mm

• Material: High-quality printed card

• Includes: Illustrated building instructions

Historical Highlights:

• Built in 1907 at Neptunwerft, Rostock (Yard No. 271)

• Operated by DG Argo AAAG, Bremen

• Served as blockade runner in WWI

• Rebuilt and renamed Pinguin in 1938

• Served the Kriegsmarine and postwar fruit trade

• Possibly remained in service until the 1950s

Summary:
The HMV Schwan II (1907) model kit is a finely detailed paper replica of a historical German steamer that bridged the transition between peaceful passenger service and wartime duty. With 599 precision parts, clear instructions, and multilingual documentation, this 1:250 scale papermodel combines history, craftsmanship, and maritime charm in one kit.