Gorch Fock ship model kit ****

Gorch Fock. German Sail Training Ship

• Dimensions: 98 cm (length)
• Scale: 1:90
• Materials: wood, metal, rope
• Difficulty:****
  If you have already built a few models and are looking for a new challenge, this kit offers an opportunity to develop your ship modelling skills. The materials used in this wooden model largely match those of the original ship. The parts are assembled using glue and nails.

  The enclosed plans guide you through construction step by step in English and Italian.

  Laser-cut parts ensure accurate dimensions.

  Paint, glue and tools are not included.

• Ship history:
  The ship was originally built in 1933. The II. After World War II, it was transferred to the Russians as a war credit, where it was renamed Tovaris. The Bundesmarine decided in 1957 to build the new Gorch Fock. The 1760 ton school ship launched in 1958. It is interesting that it is the most depicted ship in the world, as it was featured on the 3rd series 10 DM banknote of the Bundesbank from 1960 to 1990. Gorch Fock can carry up to 350 passengers on board.