Occre 1/75 Scale Endeavour America's Cup Yacht Model Kit
Sleek, elegant and built for speed, Endeavour was Britain's formidable challenger for the 1934 America's Cup. Occre's 1/75 scale wooden model captures the yacht's graceful racing lines and towering sail plan in a detailed kit containing 1,277 parts. At over 72cm tall when complete, it makes an impressive project for intermediate wooden ship modellers.
ABOUT THE KIT:
Occre's Endeavour recreates the famous J-Class racing yacht commissioned by British aviation pioneer and yachtsman Sir Thomas Sopwith. The model's slender hull, uncluttered deck and expansive sailing rig reflect the combination of elegance and performance that made the original yacht such an admired design.
The kit uses a selection of fine hardwoods, including mahogany, limewood and sapele, with precision laser-cut wooden sheets providing an accurate fit during construction. High-precision photo-etched brass components reproduce finer details, while Zamak cast metal fittings are used throughout the model.
Cotton is supplied for the sails and rigging, allowing the yacht's impressive sail plan to be recreated in full. A basic building stand and etched nameplate featuring the yacht's name are also included.
With 1,277 parts and an estimated build time of approximately 120 hours, Endeavour is rated Intermediate / Level 2 by Occre. Step-by-step HD photographs, full-scale plans, a detailed parts identification sheet and supporting video tutorials provide guidance throughout construction.
FEATURES:
- Detailed 1/75 scale wooden model of the 1934 Endeavour racing yacht
- 1,277 individual parts
- Finished height of 723mm
- Precision laser-cut wooden components
- Mahogany, limewood and sapele components
- High-precision photo-etched brass detailing
- Zamak cast metal fittings
- Cotton sails and rigging materials
- Detailed deck fittings and towering racing rig
- Basic building stand included
- Etched Endeavour nameplate included
- Step-by-step HD photographic assembly guide
- Instructions supplied in five languages
- Full-scale construction plans
- Detailed parts list with sizes and materials
- Identification sheet for individual components
- Supporting step-by-step video tutorials available
- Designed for intermediate wooden ship modellers
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Scale: 1/75
- Length: 528mm
- Width: 91mm
- Height: 723mm
- Number of Parts: 1,277
- Estimated Build Time: Approx. 120 Hours
- Difficulty Level: Intermediate / Level 2
- Primary Materials: Mahogany, Limewood, Sapele, Brass, Zamak and Cotton
- Assembly: Self-assembly required
HISTORY:
Endeavour was designed and built in 1934 to challenge for the America's Cup, one of the world's oldest and most prestigious international sailing competitions. She was commissioned by British industrialist, aviation pioneer and keen yachtsman Sir Thomas Sopwith.
Built by Camper & Nicholsons at Gosport, Endeavour belonged to the spectacular J-Class of racing yachts. Sopwith drew upon his experience in aviation and brought a highly technical approach to the campaign, with the yacht incorporating advanced equipment and design ideas for the period.
Endeavour crossed the Atlantic to challenge the American defender Rainbow for the America's Cup off Newport, Rhode Island, in September 1934. The British yacht made an excellent start to the series, winning the first two races.
Rainbow recovered, however, and won the following four races to retain the America's Cup by four races to two. Despite the defeat, Endeavour's performance established her reputation as one of Britain's most successful and memorable challengers for the trophy.
After passing through several owners and narrowly avoiding being broken up, Endeavour underwent an extensive restoration during the 1980s. She returned to sailing and remains one of the most celebrated surviving J-Class yachts, admired for the graceful lines and performance that made her famous in 1934.
PLEASE NOTE:
Paint, glue and modelling tools are required to complete this kit and are not included.
OPTIONAL EXTRAS. NOT INCLUDED. AVAILABLE SEPARATELY.
Model Makers Glue Pack (MMGP) Contains:
- Deluxe Materials Speed Bond 112g
- Deluxe Materials Roket Max Thick Cyano (Super glue)
Hobbies Planking Tool Set (HOB24) 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).
Occre Endeavour America's Cup Paint Pack (90566) Contains:
- 19395 - White
- 19396 - Black
- 19424 - Royal Blue
- 19408 - Gold
- 19410 - Silver
- 19411 - Dark Red
- 19419 - Satin Varnish
Please note: These paints are also available individually if you do already own some of these colours. Please click on 'Select Individual Paints Below' to see available colours.
Occre Water-based Putty - 135ml (19143)
This is a water-based crack filler used to cover joints that may remain between the pieces once joined. It can also be used to repair imperfections that may remain in the hull, such as areas that have been lower than required or unwanted holes.
Occre Basic Tools Pack (19103)
Essential tools for the assembly of your model kit.
Includes:
- Cutting pliers
- Hand drill + bit
- Cutter
- Sander
- Coarse lime
- Tweezers
- Hammer
