Mantua - 753 Trotamares 1:43 Scale

Built in Spain in 1958, this old fishing boat the Trotamares had seen better and more prosperous days. Then, with equal doses of love, patience and hard work, its owners restored it as a luxury charter yacht. Today, Trotamares is a familiar sight moored at the docks of Montecarlo or sailing the turquoise waters of the French Riviera.

The Mantua kit features the following: A plank on frame hull construction, building plans with general details English instructions, walnut or lime planking, wooden masts and spars, brass and walnut fittings, etched brass details, rigging cord and silk flag. All sheet ply sections are laser cut for accuracy.

Scale 1:43  Length: 800mm  Width: 160mm Height: 430mm