D004 – Greek Trireme (1:72)

Nicely presented and historically accurate, Dusek ship kits come complete with excellent English language instructions and highly detailed drawings. Laser cut plywood and timber and all parts and fittings are of the highest quality.

 Length: 515mm, Width: 180mm, Height: 220mm

 The model represents a Greek Trireme from the age of battle of Salamis (480 B.C.). The crew were 170 oarsmen and about 30 warriors. Under favourable conditions, trireme could fly at up to 12 miles per hour. The major weapon of the trireme was a bronze ram which penetrates the side of enemy vessels. Main propulsion was rowing. Sails were used only for lasting longer voyages. During battle the sails and the mast were lay down and the ship was powered only by oars.