Less than a year ago, REVELL GERMANY released their 1/700 Colombo Express in a fair 1/700 scale. We’ve had the chance to build this kit upon commission by someone who works on exports often times with the Happag Lloyd vessel. The kit comes molded in white with markings for all 6 ships in the Colombo Express fleet. Personally, I don’t like that much white kits because I can’t see panel lines very well due to the lack of contrast.
Other than the kit didn’t have any major issues. The 2 halves of the hulls fitted very nicely with almost 0 need for putty or gap filler. For those interested in this subjects, I highly recommend this kit.
Only Downside (I’m nitpicking I know).
Paints are called in Revell colors.
KIT HIGHLIGHTS
- New tooling Detailed two-piece hull with bow thruster
- True-to-the-original deck with structural details
- 23 optional container blocks with finely engraved details
- Filigree bridge superstructures with steps
- True-to-the-original funnel Free-fall lifeboats
- Representation of command bridge
- Reproduction masts and radar equipment Reproduction anchor, bitts and windlasses
- Display stand Waterslide decals
- Scale: 1/700
- Skill level: 4 Length: 18.9 in (479 mm) Parts: 226
- MSRP: $49.99
- Street Price: $44.99
Hi Paul,
Revell itself offers photoetched railings for colombo express kit.
It is item number Revell 00703.
Hi,
I have built 3 colombo express models, I now would like to find railings for my finished models