Caravel Santa Maria Ship Model Kit M 1:65

Model kit of the galleon Santa Maria from manufacturer Amati

History of the original:

The Santa María was Christopher Columbus' famous flagship on his first voyage across the Atlantic in 1492. A sturdy carrack measuring around 25 metres in length, it was the largest of the three ships and was provided by the experienced sailor Juan de la Cosa. Together with the two caravels Niña and Pinta, the Santa María set sail from Palos de la Frontera on 3 August 1492 and reached the island of Guanahani in the Bahamas on 12 October – an event that went down in history as the discovery of America. On 25 December of the same year, the Santa María was shipwrecked off the coast of Haiti, and its remains were used to build the fort ‘La Navidad’, the first Spanish settlement in the New World.

A Santa María model ship is now considered a classic for anyone interested in maritime history, historic sailing ships and the great voyages of discovery of the 15th century. With its detailed replica, striking square sails and authentic hull design, a model of the Santa María is a highlight for collectors, hobbyists and model building enthusiasts. Whether as a decorative display piece or part of a maritime collection, the Santa María ship model impressively conveys the fascination of seafaring in the time of Christopher Columbus.

Description of the kit:

The kit contains a keel and frames made of 5 mm plywood, laser-cut. Beech and walnut strips for double planking of the frame construction. The many wooden and metal fittings are strikingly well made and detailed. The coat of arms, windows and lantern are made of cast brass. Cannons, gun carriages and mast bases are made of burnished cast metal. The lifeboat and anchor are reproduced as accurately as possible. Round timber for masts, yards and a turned mast basket are included in the kit. The sails are ready-sewn, with the contours for the red cross of the Order of Christ already marked. Flags and banners are also included in the kit. Rigging material with rigging twine, violin blocks and triangular blocks are included. All components are well sorted and clearly arranged in compartments.

Who is this kit suitable for?

The model is well suited for model builders with experience in ship modelling who place particular value on good materials and high detail.

What else is needed?

Paints, adhesives and tools are required and can be found in our range.

What do the building instructions look like?

The instructions consist of a printed booklet with well-illustrated step-by-step assembly instructions. Large plans supplement the instructions and explain the rigging. The German translation of the individual construction stages can be found on a separate sheet.

Parts lists are included with the kit.

Languages: German, English, Italian

The assembly instructions are not available for download.

Technical data:

Scale: 1:65
Length: 540 mm
Width: 160 mm
Height: 540 mm
Planking: double