Artesania Latina

Artesania Latina wooden model kits offer the best this hobby has to offer: patience, precision, and a beautiful piece you'll proudly display in your home. At RC Hobbyland, you can find Artesania kits of ships and boats that consist of laser‑cut parts, quality wood, and brass fittings. They all come with step‑by‑step instructions that help you complete your project and give you that satisfying hands‑on experience. From your very first kit to adding another tall ship to your collection, browse our range and have it delivered anywhere in Australia.

Artesania Latina FAQ

Q: Are Artesania Latina kits suitable for beginners?

A: Of course! Artesania Latina has beginner kits for first‑time modellers, with simpler builds, fewer parts, and clear instructions that make the process easier yet still genuinely enjoyable. Just check for labels that say initiation or beginner level. Honourable mentions are Drakkar Viking. 1:75 and HMS Victory's Cross-Section 1:72.

Q: How difficult are Artesania Latina wooden ship models to build?

A: The great thing about our range of Artesania Latina models is that there are four levels of difficulty: initiation, intermediate, advanced, and elite, so there's something for every skill level. Beginner kits can typically be assembled over a couple of weekends, while the larger expert builds like the Santísima Trinidad involve hundreds of parts and can take much longer.

Q: Does Artesania Latina have radio-controlled models?

A: Yes. Artesania Latina offers navigable models ready for radio control, so if you want to actually sail your build, that's an option too. The Artesania Latina Sanson Tugboat. 1:50 Wooden Model Ship Kit is suitable for use by radio control (R/C) and for lighting up, while the larger Sanson 1:15 offers the option to convert it into a navigable model with an R/C kit sold separately.

Q: Which Artesania Latina model has the most pieces?

A: The Ship of the Line Santísima Trinidad. This kit is a popular choice among experts as it is considered the most complex Artesania Latina kit available. It includes 14 sheets of basswood plywood, 6 photo-etched brass sheets, 10 packs of strips and rods, American oak veneer, and 18 hand-sewn cotton sails. The instructions come in a digital format and are very extensive, which once again confirms that this is the most detailed wooden ship model on the market anywhere.