Gulnara Baukasten

Advice boat of the Sardinian NavyBuilt in 1834 in England and coming into service for the Sardinian navy in 1835, the Gulnara is a typical example of the transformation from sailing ship to steamer. As observation, escort and passenger ship, the Gulnara served Sardinia until 1861. She was then taken over by the Italian navy. The Gulnara was fitted with an oscillating steam engine made by the company Fawcett & Preston, Liverpool. When under sail, a section of the paddles could be folded back to reduce resistance. This model kit from our own production has been designed to eliminate assembly problems as far as possible. Frames and keel are pre-cut out. The planking is, of course, double. The paddles are included in the kit alongside all fittings as finished parts. With her slim and elegant hull, interesting superstructure complete with boiler and high stack, and harmonious sails, the model Gulnara is a treasure from the pioneering days of steam. Technical data Scale: 1 : 50 Length: 1060 mm Width: 260 mm Height: 575 mm