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Research Vessel Calypso
Scale: 1/100
Skill Level: difficult
Length: 430 mm (16.93 inch)
Well-known research vessel of Jacques-Yves Cousteau – includes submersible and helicopter
The Calypso has long been a dream project for many modelers – and it's finally here. This detailed papermodel kit presents the legendary research vessel as a full-hull model with many recognisable features. A particular highlight is the small submersible located on the aft deck, faithfully represented along with the ship’s signature crane. The iconic onboard helicopter is also included. The design is aimed at experienced modelers.
The model highlights:
- Full-hull model with fine detailing
- Includes small submersible
- Onboard helicopter included
- Functional research crane
- A maritime classic in paper
Product Safety InformationHersteller / Manufacturer:
Answer-Angraf, Kamyk 30A, PL-32-300 Olkusz
Kontakt: https://www.answer.pl/
| Product type | Papermodel |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Angraf |
| Scale | 1/100 |
| Designer | Ryszard Bones |
| Difficulty | difficult |
| Sheet size | DIN A3 |
| Sheets | 8 |
| Length | 430 mm (16.93 inch) |
| Bauanleitung | Pictures |
Technical data:
- Length: approx. 43 m
- Beam: approx. 7.6 m
- Displacement: approx. 400 t
- Propulsion: 2 diesel engines
- Speed: approx. 10 knots
- Crew: up to 27
- Built: 1942 (as HMS J-826)
- Converted to Calypso: 1950
The Calypso was Jacques-Yves Cousteau’s iconic research ship and became famous through his television series that captivated audiences around the globe. Originally built as a Royal Navy minesweeper (HMS J-826) during World War II, the ship was converted into a floating laboratory by Cousteau in 1950. The Calypso carried out countless expeditions – from deep-sea research and underwater filmmaking to environmental missions. Equipped with state-of-the-art instruments, a submersible, and a helicopter, the ship became a symbol of post-war scientific exploration and oceanic discovery.
