Zvezda 6502 Flagship of the Armada Invincible San Martin 1/350

Zvezda 6502 Flagship of the Armada Invincible San Martin 1/350 is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the flagship of the Spanish Great Armada – the famous “San Martin.” This model is an excellent choice for both experienced modelers and ambitious beginners passionate about maritime history and the era of great sailing ships.

Technical data:

• Scale: 1/350
• Category: plastic sailing ship model kit
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Manufacturer: Zvezda
• The kit does not include glue or paints

Historical description of the San Martin ship:

The San Martin was the main flagship of the Spanish Great Armada (Spanish: Invencible Armada), one of the most renowned fleets in history. Built in 1580 in Gibraltar, it served the Spanish navy during its conflict with England, under the command of Admiral Medina Sidonia. The Great Armada set sail in 1588 with the plan to invade Great Britain during the Anglo-Spanish War. San Martin became famous in the battles of the English Channel, where it demonstrated remarkable endurance and bravery, suffering heavy damage in battle but never captured by the English. This ship remains an icon of the Age of Discovery and Spain’s maritime might.

Features of the Zvezda 6502 kit:

• Precisely reproduced details of the hull, superstructures, and sails
• Accurate weaponry elements, cannons, figurehead, and side galleries
• Realistic rigging representation of a late 16th-century sailing ship
• Includes decals imitating Spanish heraldic motifs
• Clear assembly instructions

Who is this model recommended for?

We recommend the Zvezda 6502 San Martin in 1/350 scale for historical modelers and sailing ship enthusiasts - especially fans of 16th-century maritime history. The build difficulty level is rated 4/5: this is a challenging project, ideal for collectors and for display thanks to its wealth of historical details.