Static ship H.M.S. WARRIOR 1/100

Model HMS Warrior - British Battleship to Build (Billing Boats)

Relive a fascinating page of maritime history with the wooden model of HMS Warrior, one of the first armored warships of the Royal Navy. Designed and manufactured by Billing Boats, this exceptional model at scale 1/100 is a faithful reproduction of the legendary British battleship that revolutionized naval architecture in the 19th century.

A Historic and Revolutionary Ship

The HMS Warrior was built in 1859 in response to the French naval program and the appearance of the first battleship, La Gloire, designed by the engineer Stanislas Charles Henri Dupuy de Lôme. To compete, the Royal Navy laid down this giant of steel, combining traditional sail and armored iron hull - a major innovation for the time.

Commissioned in June 1862, the HMS Warrior joined the Channel Squadron, patrolling the British coastal waters. Its role was primarily deterrent: a symbol of the maritime power of the United Kingdom, it marked a technological breakthrough in the design of warships.

Although it was replaced as early as 1864 by faster and better-armed models, the Warrior remains a masterpiece of naval engineering, an essential milestone in the transition from sail to industrial navy.

An Exceptional Billing Boats Kit

Billing Boats offers here a prestigious wooden model, faithful to the original ship plans. Designed for passionate modelers, it combines historical detail, high-quality materials, and traditional construction.

The box contains:

• All laser-cut wooden parts for optimal precision,

• All rigging (cannons, masts, rigging, anchors, railings, sails, etc.),

• Detailed plans and complete instructions for methodical assembly,

• Hull, deck, and mast elements reproduced with striking realism.

This model is designed for static display, ideal for exhibition or collection.

Main Features

• Model Name: HMS Warrior

• Ship Type: British Battleship of the 19th century

• Scale: 1/100

• Length: 1470 mm (1.47 m)

• Construction: Laser-cut wood

• Rigging: Complete, in metal and injected plastic

• Difficulty Level: Advanced - prestigious model for experienced modelers

A Spectacular Collectible Piece

With its 147 cm length, imposing hull, and majestic rigging, the HMS Warrior is a masterpiece of naval modeling.

It combines the nobility of wood, the power of metal, and the elegance of period rigging.

A true tribute to the golden age of the British navy, it stands as a must-have model for maritime history enthusiasts and collectors.