UGears Steampunk Airship Wooden Mechanical Model Kit

Functional Airship Wooden Model

The Ugears Steampunk Airship Wooden Mechanical Model Kit offers a delightful journey into the skies with its whimsical and retro design, reminiscent of steampunk aesthetics. This DIY mini dirigible captures the essence of early aviation with a tugboat-style cabin suspended from a balloon, featuring a back porch, a wind-up rubber band motor with a Start/Stop switch, engine-driven propellers, a spinning ship's wheel, movable stabilizers, and wheels for turning back and forth along a flat surface. With a mere 170 parts and a rating of "Easy," this model is perfect for beginners, providing a charming and accessible entry into the world of model building.

Inspired by the inventive spirit of Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin, the Steampunk Airship combines historical references with Ugears' steampunk sensibility. The model offers a personal and homey representation of a mini airship, allowing builders to imagine piloting their craft with a cup of tea on the table amidst navigational maps. The nostalgia-inducing design and straightforward assembly process make it an excellent project for aviation enthusiasts, as well as those exploring model building for the first time.

With Ugears' commitment to user-friendly construction, the Steampunk Airship kit requires no glue or special tools. The laser pre-cut pieces can be easily punched out from the art-quality composite wood boards and snapped together, following the instructions provided in 11 languages. The model comes with a piece of sandpaper and wax to smooth and lubricate the moving parts, ensuring the smooth operation of the airship. The completion of the model opens up avenues for creativity, as builders can choose to paint, color, or stain the airship in a personalized color scheme, adding a touch of individuality to the finished piece. The Steampunk Airship, joining the Ugears family of fabulous flyers, makes for an enchanting and educational gift for children, grandchildren, nieces, or nephews, fostering an early interest in aviation and model building while offering an engaging project for families to enjoy together.

NOTE: Photo of the completed model is for illustrative purposes only. This is a model kit that requires assembly.

Specifications:

• Scale: 1/60
• Model Dimensions: 6.7"x3.5"x5.4" (16.9x9x13.6cm)
• Recommended Age: +14
• Skill Level: Easy
• Number of Parts: 170
• Assembly Time: 3 Hours

Includes:

• (1) Steampunk Airship Wooden Mechanical Model Kit

This product was added to our catalog on February 15, 2024