Artesania Latina 18020 1/60 Red Dragon [Classic Collection] (Wooden Ship kit)

Discover the Red Dragon, a model of this Chinese junk. Still in use in many parts of Southeast Asia, these boats were used for both war and for trade. Guided by a detailed step by step instructions you can complete your replica of this traditional ship.

The appearance of the junks is documented about 600 BC. The hull has no keel and has a short stern; its sails are made of thick fabric reinforced with reeds, which provides great stability and propulsion. It was one of the most used boats to piracy off the coast of Southeast Asia.

Build your 1/60 scale model of the Red Dragon, a Chinese junk. Its construction system using false keel and frames brings the assembly of your model closer to the construction of the actual ship. The model includes laser cut board pieces, hardwood, brass, die-cast and fabric. For the assembly you can follow a complete full-colour step by step guide in 4 languages, accompanied by real-scale drawings of the ship.

Its construction system using false keel and frames brings the assembly of your model closer to the construction of the actual ship. The model includes laser cut board pieces, hardwood, brass, die-cast and fabric. For the assembly you can follow a complete full-colour step by step guide in 4 languages, accompanied by real-scale drawings of the ship.

Model Features:
- Minimum age 14 years
- Recommended for initiated modellers, a good option to have a first contact with rigging for its simplicity.
- Dimensions: Upon completion of the model it has 480 mm long, 440 mm high and 130 mm wide.
- Educational value: Know the classical navigation in Southeast Asia since 600 BC.
- The set includes:
Laser cut board pieces, wood, brass and die-cast parts.
Raw cotton sails.
Detailed assembly instructions with colours images.
Complete set of drawings in real model scale.
- NOTE: The model does NOT include the stand.