ship model

Tiny boat recreation

A ship model is a scaled replica of a boat or vessel, built for display, historical documentation, or hobbyist enjoyment.

Models range from simple waterline profiles to intricate reproductions with working rigging and period-accurate details.

Some are built from kits, others from scratch by dedicated craftsmen: His ship model of the HMS Victory took three years to complete.

Related
  • miniatureReduced-scale representation
  • hullOuter covering or frame
  • riggingRopes controlling ship sails
  • scaleMeasure of relative size
  • replicaFaithful scaled reproduction

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scale/functionality

ship modelocean liner

Large scheduled passenger vessel

sailing ship · warship · cargo ship · yacht · battleship

representation vs. reality

ship modelthe real thing

Authentic original version

prototype

Family

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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G