Thermopylae was designed for the China tea trade, and set speed records on her maiden voyage to Melbourne – 63 days, still the fastest trip under sail. In 1872 she raced the clipper Cutty Sark from Shanghai back to London and won by seven days after Cutty Sark lost her rudder. In 1895 she was sold to Portugal and used as a naval training ship. The Portuguese Navy torpedoed her at sea in 1906.
Model Ship Kit – Thermopylae – 1800’s Trade Ship
$333.99
- Thermopylae was an extreme clipper ship built in 1868 for the China Tea Trade
- The kit of the Thermopylae features a double plank on frame hull construction
- Scale 1:124, Length: 571 mm
- Made In Italy
In stock
Additional information
| Weight | 1.04 kg |
|---|---|
| brand | Brand: Sergal |
| dimensions |