{"product_id":"heller-1-200-titanic-searcher-le-suroit-research-vessel-starter-set-model-kit","title":"Heller 1\/200 Titanic Searcher “Le Suroît” – Research Vessel Starter Set Model Kit","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThe Heller 1\/200 Titanic Searcher “Le Suroît” Starter Set captures the historic legacy of oceanographic exploration with authentic French craftsmanship, highly detailed deck equipment, a scale research submarine, and all essential assembly supplies included in the box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBuilt at the Ateliers et Chantiers de la Manche in Dieppe and brought into official service in April 1975, \u003ci\u003eLe Suroît\u003c\/i\u003e was the second specialized vessel in the prestigious French Oceanographic Research and Support (N.O.R.O.I.S.) fleet. Designed for deep-sea scientific exploration and operated under IFREMER, the 56.34-meter research ship played a pivotal role during the historic joint French-American expedition in the summer of 1985. Utilizing her advanced S.A.R. (System Acoustique Remorqué) high-resolution side-scan sonar system, \u003ci\u003eLe Suroît\u003c\/i\u003e systematically mapped the North Atlantic seabed, successfully paving the way for the ultimate discovery of the RMS \u003ci\u003eTitanic\u003c\/i\u003e wreck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHeller's 1:200 scale model kit recreates every functional detail of this iconic scientific vessel across 110 precision-molded parts. Modelers build a complete full-hull replica featuring stern gantry cranes, oceanographic winches, navigation radar masts, clear bridge window inserts, and the specialized yellow \u003ci\u003eCyana\u003c\/i\u003e deep-diving exploration submarine. As an official Heller Starter Set, this all-in-one package includes liquid polystyrene cement, a paintbrush, and principal acrylic paints directly inside the box. Measuring over 11 inches long when assembled, the completed model makes a commanding display piece for naval collectors and modern exploration enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eComplete 1\/200 scale replica of the French oceanographic research vessel \u003ci\u003eLe Suroît\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAll-in-one Starter Set package includes liquid cement, paintbrush, and primary acrylic paints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e110 precision-molded parts featuring realistic superstructure tiers, railings, and deck winches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIncludes scale model replica of the famous yellow deep-sea exploration submarine \u003ci\u003eCyana\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWorking stern A-frame gantry crane and scientific sounding equipment details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAssembled ship dimensions measure approximately 11.1 inches long by 2.16 inches wide (282 mm x 55 mm).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePremium waterslide decal sheet providing authentic IFREMER markings, hull striping, draft numbers, and nameplates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePrecision-Molded White \u0026amp; Gray Sprues: 110 detailed polystyrene parts for the full ship hull, deck superstructure, scientific equipment, and display stands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOptically Clear Window Inserts: Transparent parts for wheelhouse bridge windows and navigation observation points.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStarter Assembly Supplies: Liquid polystyrene cement tube, fine-tip paintbrush, and starter acrylic paint pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eScale Submersible \u0026amp; Waterslide Decals: Mini \u003ci\u003eCyana\u003c\/i\u003e submarine parts and waterslide decals featuring official IFREMER expedition markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIllustrated Instructions: Multi-language step-by-step assembly manual with detailed rigging diagrams and full-color painting profiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTechnical Product Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer: Heller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProduct Number: HEL56615 (HEL\/56615 \/ 80615)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eScale: 1:200 Scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSubject Type: Civilian Maritime \/ Oceanographic Research Vessel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Dimensions: 11.10\" L x 2.16\" W (282 mm x 55 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePackaging Dimensions: 14.75\" L x 9.80\" W x 2.75\" H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAge Recommendation: 14 Years and above\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAssembly Requirements: Unassembled plastic kit; starter cement and main paints included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHull Masking: Paint the lower hull with anti-fouling red and upper hull in gloss white before applying the black waterline stripe decals to ensure razor-sharp separation lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSmall Part Pre-Painting: Paint delicate components such as the yellow \u003ci\u003eCyana\u003c\/i\u003e submarine, deck winches, and radar arrays while still attached to the sprue before final assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDiorama Groundwork: When staging \u003ci\u003eLe Suroît\u003c\/i\u003e docked at port, apply Gamers Grass tufts along wharf edges and pier bases to add hyper-realistic maritime scenery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSuggested Colors (Heller Acrylic Paint Match)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhite Satin (Heller 130): Main hull topsides, superstructure tiers, and radar masts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWine Red Matt (Heller 73): Lower underwater hull plating below the waterline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGrass Green Matt (Heller 80): Weatherdeck surfaces and main aft working deck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eYellow Gloss (Heller 69): \u003ci\u003eCyana\u003c\/i\u003e deep-sea exploration submarine and IFREMER logo trim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCoal Black Satin (Heller 85): Radar domes, exhaust funnels, mooring winches, and nameplate display stand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSteel Grey Matt (Heller 87): Machinery mounts, deck bollards, and crane structural arms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCopper Metallic (Heller 12): Main ship propulsion screws.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrder the Heller 1\/200 Titanic Searcher “Le Suroît” Starter Set from Bellford Toys and Hobbies today to recreate the legendary vessel that mapped the world's most famous shipwreck!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heller","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54451613729052,"sku":"HEL-SHP 56 615","price":45.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0047\/7560\/8431\/files\/heller-titanic-sercher-le-suroit-box-front.webp?v=1787139602","url":"https:\/\/bellfordtoysandhobbies.com\/products\/heller-1-200-titanic-searcher-le-suroit-research-vessel-starter-set-model-kit","provider":"Bellford Toys And Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}