Revell - Queen Mary 2 1:400 Scale

Revell Queen Mary 2 — 1:400 Scale Model Kit

Few passenger ships have captured the imagination of maritime enthusiasts like the Queen Mary 2, the legendary ocean liner built to continue the tradition of luxury transatlantic travel. Combining an elegant profile with modern engineering and exceptional size, the Queen Mary 2 represents the enduring appeal of crossing the Atlantic aboard a dedicated ocean liner.

Revell recreates this impressive vessel as a highly detailed 1:400 scale plastic model kit, featuring 550 parts, a detailed two-piece hull, structured main and promenade decks, transparent protective glazing, swimming pools, four propulsion pods with ship propellers, separate lifeboats, excursion boats, speedboats, extensive decals, and a display stand. Measuring approximately 85 cm in length, this large-scale model offers a challenging and rewarding project for experienced ship modelers and collectors of modern passenger vessels.

The Modern Ocean Liner Queen Mary 2

The Queen Mary 2 was developed for Cunard Line to continue the tradition of scheduled passenger travel across the North Atlantic. Unlike cruise ships designed primarily for leisure itineraries, the Queen Mary 2 was specifically engineered to operate on the demanding transatlantic route between Europe and North America.

The ship was ordered in 2000 and built at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. Delivered to Cunard in December 2003, she entered regular transatlantic service in 2004, becoming one of the most recognizable passenger ships of the modern era.

With a length of approximately 345 meters and a gross tonnage of around 150,000, the Queen Mary 2 combines an imposing hull with extensive passenger facilities. Her design reflects the demands of long ocean crossings, where strength, stability, speed, and passenger comfort are essential.

The Queen Mary 2 continues the heritage of famous Cunard liners, including the original Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth 2. Her distinctive silhouette and continued association with transatlantic travel have established her as an important part of modern maritime history.

Impressive 1:400 Scale Dimensions

Revell's 1:400 scale reproduction captures the enormous proportions of the Queen Mary 2 while providing space for numerous exterior details.

Measuring approximately 85 cm (33.5 inches) long, the completed model makes an impressive display piece. Its elongated hull, tall superstructure, extensive promenade decks, and distinctive funnel recreate the recognizable appearance of this modern ocean liner.

The large scale allows modelers to appreciate the many structural features that define the vessel, including its passenger decks, protective glazing, lifeboat arrangements, and propulsion system.

With its substantial dimensions and extensive parts count, this kit is particularly appealing to experienced builders who enjoy large passenger ships and ambitious maritime modeling projects.

Detailed Hull Construction

The hull is one of the most important elements of the Queen Mary 2's design. Built to withstand the demanding conditions of the North Atlantic, the original vessel combines a long, streamlined profile with the structural strength required for extended ocean crossings.

Revell includes a detailed two-piece hull, providing the foundation for the model's distinctive proportions and overall appearance.

The hull's carefully reproduced surfaces help capture the scale and shape of the original liner, while its length creates an impressive visual contrast with the towering passenger decks above.

Careful assembly and painting can emphasize the vessel's characteristic hull lines and the contrast between the lower hull, upper sides, and superstructure.

Main Deck and Promenade Decks

The Queen Mary 2 features extensive passenger facilities distributed across multiple decks. The original ship has 14 passenger decks, incorporating accommodation, dining areas, entertainment facilities, and open spaces for enjoying the ocean views.

Revell recreates the vessel's layout with structured main and promenade decks, helping reproduce the layered appearance of the ship's exterior.

The promenade areas are among the most recognizable features of the Queen Mary 2, contributing to the elegant lines of her superstructure while providing spaces for passengers to enjoy the sea.

The model's deck structures add considerable visual depth and give builders opportunities to work carefully on the numerous surfaces, openings, and architectural details.

Detailed Superstructure and Funnel

The Queen Mary 2's superstructure combines passenger accommodation with the technical and operational facilities required by a modern ocean liner. Its large, tiered profile gives the vessel much of its distinctive appearance.

Revell's kit reproduces the superstructure through multiple detailed components, allowing builders to recreate the ship's recognizable silhouette.

The prominent funnel, bridge, upper decks, and surrounding structures contribute to the model's overall realism. Their arrangement reflects the design of a vessel built to combine passenger comfort with long-distance ocean navigation.

Careful painting of the superstructure, windows, deck edges, and funnel can further enhance the finished model, emphasizing the contrast between the ship's white exterior and other characteristic details.

Transparent Glazing and Windows

Large areas of glazing are an important part of the Queen Mary 2's modern passenger-ship design. Windows and protective screens provide light, visibility, and shelter across various passenger areas.

Revell includes transparent plastic components for the protective glazing, helping recreate the appearance of these glass-covered sections.

These clear parts add another level of detail to the model, particularly when c