--- product_id: 501140337 title: "Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit" brand: "revell" price: "$65.91" currency: USD in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/501140337-revell-05218-german-research-vessel-meteor-1-300-scale-unbuilt store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 1:300 scale precision authentic decal set included highly detailed deck & body Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit **Brand:** revell **Price:** $65.91 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > ⚓ Own a piece of oceanic history — build the Meteor, where science meets scale! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit by revell - **How much does it cost?** $65.91 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/501140337-revell-05218-german-research-vessel-meteor-1-300-scale-unbuilt) ## Best For - revell enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted revell brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Authentic Decal Set:** Add realism and authenticity with decals that replicate the original vessel’s markings. - • **Iconic Research Legacy:** Model the legendary German Meteor, a pioneer in oceanographic exploration since 1986. - • **Precision at 1:300 Scale:** Experience meticulous craftsmanship with every inch of this iconic research vessel. - • **Expansive Scientific History:** Celebrate a vessel that enabled groundbreaking marine research across the globe. - • **Intricate Deck & Hull Detailing:** Bring the Meteor to life with finely sculpted features that capture its historic design. ## Overview The Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor model kit offers a highly detailed 1:300 scale replica of the iconic 97.5m research ship launched in 1986. Featuring authentic decals and intricate deck and hull styling, this unpainted plastic kit celebrates the Meteor’s legacy as a state-of-the-art floating laboratory that advanced marine science worldwide. ## Description On 15th March 1986, the new Meteor, at that time the most-up-to-date exploration vessel in the world, went into service. She was the third research vessel to bear that name and represented the state of the art. The 97.5m long Meteor was built at the Schlichting Shipyard in Travemunde in only 11 months. The floating research laboratory weighs 4,400 tonnes and is powered by a diesel electric power plant that gives it a speed of 15 knots (27 km/h); it has a radius of operations of about 10,000 sea miles (18,000 km). The Meteor carries a 33-man crew and offers ideal working conditions for 29 scientists operating on behalf of the German Hydrographical Institute in various fields of marine research. The Meteor programme extends throughout the world in the fields of oceanography, marine chemistry, marine biology, meteorology, geology, ecology and air technology. There is space available to accommodate laboratory and material containers for numerous experiments. Eight winches with a total of 60 km of ropes and cables enable samples to be obtained from a depth of 10,000 metres. Newly designed sounding systems enable the surface of the seabed to be surveyed and analysed in layers of up to 70 metres. Review: Looks like Revell fell a little short with this model. The instructions are not very clear on some parts and where they actually go. Review: Toller REVELL BAUSATZ der leider Nicht im kompatiblen Maßstab1:350 mit heutigen Sammelmaßstab zu bauen ist sondern in komischen 1:300 er. Aber er ist trotzalledem ein gelungender Modellbausatz von Revell des Deutschen Forschungsschiffes. ## Features - Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Model Kit - Highly detailed body styling - Highly detailed deck - Authentic decal set ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09Q6F7FK2 | | Best Sellers Rank | #148,449 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #72 in Watercraft Model Building Kits | | Item model number | 05218 | | Manufacturer | Carrera Revell Europe GmbH | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** Child, Adult - **Brand:** Revell - **Colour:** Unpainted - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 38.5 centimeters - **Theme:** Space ## Images ![Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61nMyIyQvaL.jpg) ![Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61tx1xrs3HL.jpg) ![Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HQMoFB+nL.jpg) ![Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KJU+bhQ7L.jpg) ![Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71NMnhdhGVL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Review *by K***H on 17 November 2023* Looks like Revell fell a little short with this model. The instructions are not very clear on some parts and where they actually go. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by F***K on 6 May 2025* Toller REVELL BAUSATZ der leider Nicht im kompatiblen Maßstab1:350 mit heutigen Sammelmaßstab zu bauen ist sondern in komischen 1:300 er. Aber er ist trotzalledem ein gelungender Modellbausatz von Revell des Deutschen Forschungsschiffes. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by C***I on 8 November 2025* Great kit ## Frequently Bought Together - Revell 05218 German Research Vessel Meteor 1:300 Model Kit, Unpainted - Cement Glue Value Pack Testors 2-7/8 fl oz tubes - Tamiya 87038 Extra Thin Cement Glue Fine Tip 40ml --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/501140337-revell-05218-german-research-vessel-meteor-1-300-scale-unbuilt](https://www.desertcart.us/products/501140337-revell-05218-german-research-vessel-meteor-1-300-scale-unbuilt) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-22*