Relive Christopher Columbus’s historic 1492 transatlantic voyage with an innovative easy-click assembly system that delivers authentic Age of Discovery maritime detail with no glue or paint required.
Serving as the flagship for one of the most famous expeditions in human history, the Spanish nao Santa Maria led Christopher Columbus across uncharted waters to the Americas in 1492. Revell Germany commemorates this iconic vessel in an accessible 1:350 desktop display scale, engineered specifically for beginners, young builders, and maritime history enthusiasts looking for a quick and rewarding build experience.
Engineered with multi-colored, high-precision injection-molded components, the innovative easy-click system allows parts to snap together securely without the mess of traditional modeling cement. The model features structured deck planking, wood-grained hull planking, integrated deck fittings, anchors, single-piece masts with pre-formed shrouds, and billowing plastic sails. Finished with your choice of peel-and-stick stickers or classic waterslide decals, this kit includes a dedicated display stand with an engraved "Santa Maria XVth Century" nameplate.
Key Features & Specifications
- Tooling & surface detail: Pre-colored multi-part hull featuring detailed wood grain textures, structured deck planking, and molded transom detailing.
- Dynamic assembly options: Tool-free snap assembly with flexible finishing using either beginner-friendly stickers or advanced waterslide decals.
- Scale replication & ordnance: Authentic carrack hull profile complete with anchors, hull-mounted artillery, and historical bowsprit structure.
- Figure & interior components: Integrated ship's tender lifeboat, bitts, deck hatches, and crows' nest observation platforms.
- Premium decal & sticker options: Includes iconic red Christian cross markings for the main sails in both peel-and-stick and waterslide decal formats.
- Build & display versatility: Comes with a multi-part pedestal display stand featuring an antique gold-styled "Santa Maria XVth Century" nameplate.
What’s in the Box?
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Multi-Colored Snap Sprues: 38 precision-engineered polystyrene components molded in authentic brown, white, and black plastic.
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Molded Sail Set: Clean white injection-molded billowing sails designed for direct press-fit attachment onto yardarms.
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Dual Finishing Sheet: High-quality waterslide decals and beginner-friendly peel-and-stick decorative stickers.
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Illustrated Instructions: Easy-to-follow multilingual pictorial assembly manual with optional Revell Aqua Color painting guides.
Technical Product Details
- Manufacturer: Revell (Revell GmbH)
- Product Number: 05660 (RVL05660)
- Scale: 1:350 Scale
- Subject Type: Age of Discovery / Historical Sailing Ship
- Skill Level: Level 2 (Revell GmbH 1–5 Classification)
- Model Dimensions: 3.15 in L x 1.38 in W x 2.79 in H (8.0 cm L x 3.5 cm W x 7.1 cm H)
- Packaging Dimensions: 12.25 in L x 7.2 in W x 1.75 in H (31.1 cm x 18.3 cm x 4.4 cm)
- Age Recommendation: 10 Years and above
- Assembly Requirements: Snap-together easy-click system; no glue or paint required (optional paints recommended for advanced finishing)
Tips:
- Parts Separation: Use a pair of precision hobby side cutters to gently snip parts from the sprues, preventing stress marks on pre-colored plastic.
- Dual Finishing Choice: Use the included peel-and-stick stickers for an instant, mess-free finish, or apply the waterslide decals with a drop of water for a painted-on look.
- Optional Painting Detail: While completely snap-and-display ready out of the box, applying an acrylic dark wash over the deck and hull enhances the engraved wood-grain texture.
Suggested Colors (Revell Aqua Color Match)
- White Silk Matt (36301): Lower hull anti-fouling base and sail canvas touch-ups.
- Black Silk Matt (36302): Anchors, standing rigging, ratlines, and lower display stand base.
- Carmine Red Matt (36136): Forecastle/quarterdeck railings and crows' nest banding.
- Wood Brown Silk Matt (36382): Upper deck planking, lifeboats, and mast extensions.
- Ochre Brown Matt (36188): Main hull wood-grain side planking and yardarms.
Embark on your own voyage of discovery and build this iconic flagship for your collection today.
