Amati Greek Bireme 480BC Wooden Ship Kit 1404 Length 550mm Scale 1:35 Clear plans and easy instructions make building a pleasure Keel and frames are pre-cut for trouble-free assembly Hardwood and metal fittings and accessories are highly detailed for an exact replica of the original vessel Rigging line, sail material and pennant are also included Clear plans and easy instructions make building a pleasure Based on a sculpture in the Louvre in Paris, Amati’s model is a faithful reproduction of a typical Greek bireme. A fast and fearsome battleship, the bireme was manned by 44 oarsmen working two banks of oars. The protruding bow was a useful tool for ramming enemy ships. More Information A fast, manoeuvrable battleship, the bireme was manned by 44 oarsmen working on two banks of oars. The pointed keel was an effective weapon for ramming enemy vessels in close-quarter battles and boarding. Optional Extras Model Makers Glue Pack Deluxe Materials Speed Bond 112g Deluxe Materials Roket Max Thick Cyano (Super glue) Hobbies Planking Tool Set Plank Bending Tool with Blade 2 x 50mm Nylon Grip Clamps 2 x 75mm Nylon Grip Clamps Pen Grip Pin Pusher 7.5mm Brass Pins for Pin Pusher (Pack of 100) Rigging Tool Set Amati Rigging tools Micro snips Amati Loom-a-line