Command the seas with Aoshima's 1/350 Cutty Sark, a compact kit of the legendary 1869 tea clipper that still survives in Greenwich. This composite ship (iron frame, teak planking) achieved over 17 knots, with a length six times its beam. The affordable scale makes maritime history accessible for collectors.
Key Features
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1/350 scale plastic model kit of Cutty Sark (tea clipper).
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Launched 1869 in Dumbarton, Scotland.
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Composite construction: iron frame with teak planking.
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Length approximately six times beam (high-speed clipper design).
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Gross tonnage: 963 tons; top speed: over 17 knots.
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Only surviving clipper ship (preserved in Greenwich, London).
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Compact scale suitable for display and collection.
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Affordable price point.
Why Choose This
Maritime enthusiasts will appreciate this historically significant subject: the only surviving clipper ship. Aoshima's 1/350 scale delivers the iconic hull lines and rigging in a display-friendly size. The composite construction story (iron and teak) adds engineering interest. Build the ship that defined tea trade speed records.
Product Information
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Manufacturer: Aoshima
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Series: 1/350 Sailing Ship No. 2
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Product Name: Cutty Sark
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Scale: 1/350
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Ship Type: Tea clipper
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Year Launched: 1869
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Builder: Dumbarton, Scotland
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Original Tonnage: 963 gross tons
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Top Speed: 17+ knots
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Current Location: Greenwich, London (preserved)
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Country of Origin (subject): United Kingdom
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Assembly: Required (paints, glue, tools sold separately)
Add the legendary Cutty Sark to your 1/350 fleet and own a piece of clipper history. The compact scale and affordable price make maritime heritage accessible. Order your Aoshima kit today and sail the tea trade routes.
