Airfix 09252V Vintage Classics – HMS Victory 1765 1/180

We present a highly detailed 1/180 scale plastic model kit of HMS Victory 1765 from the renowned manufacturer Airfix, part of the Vintage Classics series. This unique model kit allows you to recreate one of the most famous warships in naval history.

• Scale: 1/180
• Country of service: United Kingdom
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Kit contents: sprues with parts for self-assembly; glue and paints not included

Historical description

HMS Victory is a first-rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, launched in 1765. She became famous above all as Admiral Horatio Nelson’s flagship during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805—one of the most important naval engagements of the Napoleonic Wars era. Victory served for over half a century as both a representational and fighting vessel, participating in numerous naval actions of the time, including at Cádiz and Cape St. Vincent.

Model details

The Airfix 09252V model has been recreated with special attention to historical accuracy and details—with authentically reproduced hull, armament, and deck structures. The 1/180 scale makes the model both impressive and relatively easy to display even in limited space. Thanks to the legendary appearance of HMS Victory, any maritime history enthusiast will be delighted with the display opportunities this set offers.

• Era of service: 18th century—age of sail, Napoleonic Wars
• Famous use: Admiral Nelson’s flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar (1805)
• Additional features: Possibility of personal arrangement and painting

Who do we recommend it for?

We recommend this kit to all maritime history enthusiasts, ship model collectors, and modelers with moderate experience. Recommended build difficulty: 3/5—the model requires precision and patience, especially for assembling small parts and painting details. An ideal choice for those seeking an unusual kit for their collection or an interesting modeling challenge.

Recreate the legendary HMS Victory with the Airfix 09252V model and bring the history of the British Navy into your home!