REVELL 1:1200 Scale QUEEN ELIZABETH 2 - Miniships Series
Review by Aditya Ramani
Note: This review was originally posted on the former DF in 2003. It has been revised to represent present day availability, and cost. Reproduced with permission.
Scale Size: 1:1200
Manufacturer: Revell of Germany
Price Range: Under $10 (US funds)
Description: All parts molded in white
Contents:
Single-piece hull;
Plastic trees containing lifeboats, propellers, propeller shafts, cranes, decks, stand parts, funnel, mast, bridge front, bridge wings, 2 navigational systems, molded rails, decals.
Difficulty: None.
Building Time: Reasonable effort could be accomplished in only a few hours, including painting.
Instructions: Printed on the backside of the packing box. Suggested ‘livery’ is incorrect.
Pros: Great kit for children; minimal parts; low cost; 1 piece hull; reasonable deck detail; nice table top kit for office or computer.
Cons: A few molded mistakes; correct window placements, molded railings.
Conversion Possibilities: Possible.
Overall comments: I like it. I recommend it for those who enjoy collecting 1:1200 ships.
AR / 2003