Wooden Ship Kit- RCC 1/45 Calypso

Set sail on an exciting crafting journey with the Wooden Ship Kit - RCC 1/45 Calypso available at Smartfox NZ! This exceptional model ship kit is perfect for model enthusiasts and shipbuilding aficionados alike. Meticulously designed to replicate the legendary Calypso, once captained by the renowned explorer Jacques-Yves Cousteau, this 1/45 scale ship offers a stunning balance of detail and size, making it manageable for both beginners and experienced builders. Crafted from premium wooden materials, this high-quality model captures the essence of marine exploration with its iconic features, including the observation chamber and diving bell. This Wooden Ship Kit is perfect for those who wish to engage in a rewarding hobby that combines craftsmanship and nautical history.

Designed for radio control operation, the Calypso model ship can truly take to the water, offering an interactive experience for hobbyists looking to elevate their ship modeling skills. Whether you intend to display this masterpiece prominently in your home or enjoy thrilling journeys across lakes and rivers, this kit promises to provide hours of enjoyment.

Kit includes plastic hull, last cut wooden strips, stern tub with shaft, rudder, fittings set, plan and manual

Billing Boats 1/45 Calypso Research Vessel (R/C Capable) (Experienced)

The Calypso was built in the USA in 1942 as a minesweeper. She was bought in 1950 by Jacques-Yves Cousteau, and after extensive changes and modifications has become a fully equipped ocean research vessel, complete with observation chamber in the stern, oval diving bell, Galaezzi diving chamber, inflatable boat for shallow waters, helicopter and much other submarine equipment. Length 42 m, tonnage 360 tons, speed 12 knots.

For required paints & instructions, please go to

http://www.billingboats.com/92/16/boats/models-suitable-for-radio-control/P-bb560-calypso-d.html