Aconit 1:200 Orel (355)

Aconit Corvette Card Model Kit 1:200 – French Navy Cold War Warship (Orel 355)

Scale - 1:200

Model Sheets - A4

Assembly Instruction Language - English, Polish, Russian, German

Product Description

The Aconit 1:200 Card Model Kit by Orel Publishing (No. 355) represents the only frigate of its class built for the French Navy during the Cold War. Designed primarily for anti-submarine warfare, Aconit entered service in 1973 and remained active until 1997.

This highly detailed paper model accurately captures the ship’s distinctive Cold War-era design, including its compact corvette layout and specialized naval equipment. One of the historically important aspects reflected in the model is the absence of helicopter landing facilities—a design limitation that ultimately led to the cancellation of the planned C65 programme, under which five ships were originally intended.

With 20 A4 pages of parts and English-language instructions, this kit is aimed at advanced and experienced card modellers who appreciate accuracy, complexity, and historical authenticity.

Key Features

• Highly detailed 1:200 scale card model

• Represents the French Navy corvette Aconit (1973)

• Cold War anti-submarine warfare warship

• Only frigate built in its class

• Designed by Orel Publishing, model no. 355

• 20 × A4 pages of high-quality printed parts

• English assembly instructions included

• Recommended for experienced paper modellers

Summary

The Aconit 1:200 Card Model Kit is a premium, historically accurate naval paper model depicting a unique French Cold War corvette. With exceptional detail and advanced construction complexity, it is an excellent choice for seasoned card modellers seeking an authentic and rewarding build.