Description
King of the Mississippi Steamboat Wooden Model Kit by Artesania Latina – 1/80
Discover the King of the Mississippi Steamboat Wooden Model Kit. This iconic ship was entirely made of wood and equipped with boilers to move their wheelpales, allowing for convenient transportation along the Mississippi River well into the 20th Century. Steamboats played an important role in the development of the Mississippi River basin and its tributaries, helping to reduce the immensity of America while also providing a source of romance and dreams.
What’s in the Box:
- 8 Sheets of high-precision laser-cut plywood parts
- Birch and basswood strips, veneers and dowels
- 2 Large photo-etched sheets (294x156mm & 257×122 mm)
- Die-cast, brass and wood details, fittings
- Adhesive cloth flags and base with nameplate
- Complete full-colour step-by-step guide on DVD
- Online video-tutorials
Product Dimensions:
25.98” (660 mm) length, 7.55” (192 mm) height and 5.11” (130 mm) width.
Recommended Age:
14 Years+
Did You Know?
The “King of the Mississippi” is a modern steamboat designed to capture the grandeur and nostalgia of the iconic paddlewheel steamboats of the 19th century? While not an original vessel from the 1800s, the “King of the Mississippi” pays homage to the era of Mark Twain and riverboat adventures. These modern steamboats offer passengers the opportunity to experience the charm and elegance of a bygone era while cruising along the majestic Mississippi River. With their towering paddlewheels, spacious decks, and luxurious interiors, steamboats like the “King of the Mississippi” provide a unique way to explore the heartland of America, steeped in history and the romantic allure of steam-powered river travel.
