Great Eastern - 75 Years Plastic Modelling, 1/388 - Revell 05608

The Great Eastern - 75 Years Plastic Modelling scale model by Revell, reference 05608, reproduces at 1/388 the famous British steamship Great Eastern. This anniversary reissue is based on historical tooling dating from 1963 and captures the spirit of the brand’s first major plastic kits.

Launched in 1858, the Great Eastern was one of the most remarkable ships of the 19^th century. Designed for long crossings, it stood out in particular for its imposing silhouette, its side paddle wheels, its propeller, and its sails. It was later used as a cable ship during the laying of transatlantic telegraph cables.

With its impressive dimensions once assembled, this naval model is a particularly interesting build project for enthusiasts of historical ocean liners and collectors of classic Revell scale models. The finish highlights the hull, superstructures, funnels, paddle wheels, and rigging.

The kit is supplied to be assembled and painted. The use of plastic model glue, suitable paints, a primer, and precision tools is recommended to prepare the parts, ensure clean assemblies, and achieve a great finish.

• Brand : Revell
• Reference : 05608
• Type : assembly plastic ship model kit
• Subject : Great Eastern
• Scale : 1/388
• Number of parts : 222
• Length of assembled model : 567 mm
• Special feature : 75 Years Plastic Modelling edition with historical tooling from 1963