Mantua Models 1/50 Scale Mississippi Paddle Steam Boat Model Kit
Recreate the golden age of American river travel with this magnificent 1/50 scale Mississippi Paddle Steamer from Mantua Models. Featuring an impressive 105cm finished length, traditional wooden construction and intricate brass detailing, this beautiful model captures the character of the famous steamboats that once travelled America's great rivers.
ABOUT THE KIT:
Mantua Models' Mississippi 1870 is a detailed wooden model inspired by the paddle steamers that operated on American rivers from the 1870s through to the 1920s. With its distinctive stern paddlewheel, towering smokestacks and elegant multi-deck superstructure, the finished model makes a spectacular display piece.
The kit features traditional double plank-on-frame hull construction using walnut and limewood, with laser-cut plywood components for accurate assembly. Lost-wax brass castings, etched brass details, wooden fittings and silk flags bring the vessel to life, while building plans and English instructions guide you through construction.
The model also lends itself to interior and exterior illumination. Experienced modellers can even adapt the kit for motorised or radio-controlled operation, making it a particularly versatile project.
FEATURES:
- Impressive 1/50 scale model of a traditional Mississippi paddle steamer
- Finished length of 105cm
- Distinctive stern paddlewheel and multi-deck superstructure
- Traditional double plank-on-frame hull construction
- Laser-cut plywood components for accurate assembly
- Walnut and limewood hull planking
- Wooden masts and spars
- Lost-wax brass castings and etched brass detailing
- Brass and walnut fittings
- Aluminium smokestacks
- Rigging cord and silk flags included
- Suitable for the addition of interior and exterior lighting
- Can be adapted for motorised or radio-controlled operation by experienced modellers
- Building plans and English instructions included
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Scale: 1/50
- Length: 1050mm
- Width: 240mm
- Height: 540mm
- Hull Construction: Double Plank-on-Frame
- Primary Material: Wood
- Assembly: Self-assembly required
HISTORY:
Mississippi paddle steamers became an iconic feature of American river travel during the 19th century. Their shallow-draught hulls allowed them to navigate inland waterways that were inaccessible to deeper-hulled vessels, carrying passengers, agricultural produce and other goods between towns and cities along the Mississippi River and its tributaries.
During the 1870s, these vessels were an important part of American commerce and culture. Their distinctive paddlewheels, tall smokestacks and ornate passenger decks became symbols of the Mississippi, while the stories of Mark Twain helped establish their lasting place in popular imagination.
Although railways gradually reduced the importance of commercial river transport, paddle steamers continued operating into the 20th century. Today, their distinctive appearance remains closely associated with the history and romance of America's great rivers.
PLEASE NOTE:
Glue, paints and modelling tools are required to complete this kit and are not included. Lighting, motors and radio-control equipment are not included and would require additional components and modification by an experienced modeller.
OPTIONAL EXTRAS (NOT INCLUDED. AVAILABLE SEPARATELY).
Model Makers Glue Pack Contains:
- Deluxe Materials Speed Bond 112g
- Deluxe Materials Roket Max Thick Cyano (Super glue)
Hobbies Planking Tool Set Contains:
- Plank Bending Tool with Blade.
- 2 x 50mm Nylon Grip Clamps.
- 2 x 75mm Nylon Grip Clamps.
- Pen Grip Pin Pusher.
- Brass Pins for Pin Pusher (Pack of 100).
