Model Set HMS Victory, 1/450 - Revell 65819

The Model Set HMS Victory Revell 65819 is a plastic model kit to be assembled of the famous British ship of the line HMS Victory, made at a scale of 1/450. This set recreates the flagship vessel of Admiral Horatio Nelson during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.

The HMS Victory

The HMS Victory is one of the most iconic warships in British naval history. This three-masted ship of the line is particularly known for its role as Nelson’s flagship during the Battle of Trafalgar. Its distinctive silhouette, with its armed decks, masts, and rigging, makes it an essential subject for enthusiasts of historical sailing ships.

The Revell model

The reference 65819 includes 45 parts and produces a model with a length of 224 mm once assembled. The representation features a finely detailed hull, a structured deck, cannons, lifeboats, single-piece masts, ratlines/standing rigging, and glue-on sails. A decal sheet is also provided to complete the finish.

Offered in Model Set format, this kit includes the basic colors required for painting, as well as glue and a paintbrush. Additional shades for detailing are indicated in the assembly instructions.

Assembly and finishing

Building a historical sailing ship requires proceeding methodically: carefully prepare the parts before gluing and follow the order in the instructions for installing the masts, rigging, and sails. Using a suitable primer makes it easier to paint the different areas of the hull and deck. Applying the decals onto a smooth surface helps achieve a clean, sharp result.

At a scale of 1/450, each dimension of the real ship is reduced 450 times. This format makes it possible to depict the HMS Victory at a size well suited to a collection of historical ship model kits.

Technical features

• Brand: Revell
• Reference: 65819
• Type: plastic model kit to be assembled, Model Set
• Subject: HMS Victory
• Scale: 1/450
• Number of parts: 45
• Length assembled: 224 mm
• Revell level: 3
• Recommended age: from 10 years

Box contents

• HMS Victory model parts
• Glue-on sails
• Rigging
• Decal sheet
• Base colors
• Glue
• Paintbrush
• Assembly instructions