Airfix 50164A R.M.S. Titanic Gift Set 1/700 – plastic ship model kit

Airfix 50164A R.M.S. Titanic Gift Set 1/700 is a unique gift set for model enthusiasts, allowing you to build the legendary British ocean liner R.M.S. Titanic in the popular 1:700 scale. This plastic model kit is created by the renowned Airfix company and stands out for its attention to detail and comprehensive equipment – the set includes not only the plastic sprues with model parts, but also paints, glue, and a brush, making this product an excellent choice for both beginners and more experienced modelers.

Historical data and ship description

The R.M.S. Titanic is the most famous transatlantic liner in history, built for the British White Star Line at the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast. The ship entered service in 1912 and made a single tragic maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, ending in disaster on April 15, 1912 after colliding with an iceberg. Titanic was a symbol of luxury, modernity, and technical progress of the Edwardian era – it was one of the largest and most advanced ships of its time.

• Scale: 1:700 – optimal for building detailed ship models, ensuring excellent reproduction of construction details such as superstructures, funnels, lifeboats, and deck elements.
• Country of use: United Kingdom.
• Period of usage: early 20th century, Edwardian era, launched in 1912.
• Material: high-quality plastic.
• Set includes: model parts, 6 acrylic paints (white, yellow, brown, and black shades), brush, glue – a complete starter kit.
• Category: plastic model kit.
• Length after assembly: approx. 385 mm – the model looks great on a shelf, ideal for display.

Difficulty level and recommendation

The Airfix R.M.S. Titanic model in 1:700 scale is a product with a difficulty level of 2/5. Thanks to the included tools and paints, the set is especially recommended for beginner and intermediate modelers who want to develop their manual skills and build a timeless vessel while retaining numerous historical details. The model is recommended for maritime history enthusiasts, ship collectors, and anyone who appreciates unique replicas of famous vessels. Airfix 50164A R.M.S. Titanic is not only a satisfying project but also an exceptional gift for any model-making enthusiast.