P.S. Great Western
Kit Facts
- First issued
- 1968
- First catalogue reference
- 802 in 5th Edition (1967)
- Box Type 3 artist
- Roy Cross
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Description
This historic paddle steamer was launched in 1837 and first crossed to America in 1838. This super detailed model is built from 208 parts, and includes vacuum formed sails used for auxiliary power. – Taken from the 5th edition catalogue (1967)
13th edition catalogue (1976), listed as PS 'Great Western' from P.S. Great Western.
16th edition catalogue (1979), listed as 'Great Western' from PS 'Great Western'.
1987 edition catalogue, listed as part of the Classic Ships Special Editions range.
1987 edition catalogue, listed as PS Great Western from 'Great Western'.
Additional information
| Airfix Series (first appearance) | 8 |
|---|---|
| First Issued | 1968 |
| Catalogue Ref - 5th Edition (1967) | 802 |
| Catalogue Ref - 6th Edition (1968) | 802 |
| Catalogue Ref - 7th Edition (1969) | 802 |
| Catalogue Ref - 8th Edition (1970) | 802 |
| Catalogue Ref - 9th Edition (1971) | 802 |
| Catalogue Ref - 10th Edition (1973) | 08252-3 |
| Catalogue Ref - 11th Edition (1974) | 08252-3 |
| Catalogue Ref - 12th Edition (1975) | 08252-3 |
| Catalogue Ref - 13th Edition (1976) | 08252-3 |
| Catalogue Ref - 14th Edition (1977) | 08252-3 |
| Catalogue Ref - 16th Edition (1979) | 08252-3 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1987 Edition | 8252 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1988 Edition | 8252 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1989 Edition | 8252 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1990 Edition | 8252 |
| Artist on Box Type 3 | Roy Cross |
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