Model Set HMS Beagle, 1/96 - Revell 65458

The Model Set HMS Beagle Revell 65458 is a plastic model kit to be assembled of the famous British ship HMS Beagle, made at a scale of 1/96. This set brings together the essential parts you need to build and paint this historic sailing ship associated with Charles Darwin’s expeditions.

HMS Beagle

The HMS Beagle is known for the exploration voyages carried out in the 19th century, notably the expedition that took place between 1831 and 1836 with Charles Darwin on board. The observations made during this voyage played a major role in his later scientific work. With its masts, sails, and rigging, this ship is an iconic subject for enthusiasts of historical model ships.

The Revell model

This replica includes 178 parts. It reproduces the characteristic elements of a sailing ship from that era, featuring a structured hull with gunports, a detailed deck with panels, a decorated bow, masts and yards, as well as the components needed to depict the rigging.

The model also includes navigation and fittings elements, including anchors, stairways, reproduced shrouds, dinghies with oars and davits, as well as four cannons. The sails have a texture reminiscent of canvas, while the supplied thread allows you to rig the model. A plan of the flags and a display stand with a nameplate complete the set.

Assembly and finishing

Assembling a rigged sailing ship requires method and precision, especially when preparing the masts, attaching the sails, and installing the threads. It is recommended to work step by step, separating the construction stages of the hull, the deck, the superstructures, and the rigging.

The Model Set includes basic paints, glue, and a paintbrush, as well as a detailed instruction leaflet. Careful deburring of the parts, precise gluing, and careful paint application will help bring out the ship’s details. Installing the flags and evenly tensioning the rigging will give the model an especially convincing finish.

Scale 1/96

At a scale of 1/96, each dimension of the real ship is reduced 96 times. This scale allows you to enjoy impressive presence in a display case while still retaining a detailed reproduction of the HMS Beagle.

Technical features

• Brand : Revell
• Reference : 65458
• Type : plastic model kit to be assembled
• Subject : HMS Beagle
• Category : historical sailing ship
• Scale : 1/96
• Number of parts : 178

Model Set contents

• Parts for the HMS Beagle model
• Sails and rigging thread
• Flag plan
• Display stand with nameplate
• Basic paints
• Glue
• Paintbrush
• Detailed instruction leaflet