Academy 18130 Da Vinci Paddleboat Display Kit  [AC-18130]

Academy 18130 Da Vinci Paddleboat Model - Workshop Replica

Recreate a slice of Renaissance ingenuity with the Academy 18130 Da Vinci Paddleboat. This non-scale plastic kit turns da Vinci's sketches into a hands-on build, ideal for those who enjoy exploring historical engineering through modelling.

Context from the past

Da Vinci explored mechanisms that translated human motion into useful work on water. The paddleboat design highlights his early experiments with gearing and paddle systems, offering a compact way to study those ideas.

Assembly and finish notes

Parts are injection-moulded for consistent fit and clean edges. Builders can choose a minimal assembly for a quick display piece or take time with painting and detailing to emphasise mechanical elements.