Project
Scale: 1:12. Full hull design model of the 'Project' (1805), a rocket launcher. Model is decked and rigged. Depicts a 25ft launch fitted with Sir William Congreve's rocket apparatus. The two launching frames, each holding 24 rockets, were raised or lowered using the mast tackles to give the required elevation of attack.
Object Details
| ID: | SLR1801 |
|---|---|
| Collection: | Ship models |
| Type: | Design, Full hull model |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Beechey, William; Congreve, William |
| Vessels: | Project 1805 |
| Date made: | circa 1809 |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
| Measurements: | Overall: 502 x 643 x 226 mm |
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