Schreiber-Bogen Tower Bridge in London Card Model

From the Manufacturer The Tower Bridge in London must not be missing among the world famous buildings. The side parts are very elegant; the middle part can be lifted. It is very impressing with its complete model length of one meter. The Tower Bridge is a movable bridge of the double-leaf bascule (drawbridge) type that spans the River Thames between the Greater London boroughs of Tower Hamlets and Southward. It is a distinct landmark that aesthetically complements the Tower of London, which it adjoins. The bridge was completed in 1894 and provides an opening 250' (76 meters) wide. Its twin towers rise 200' (61 meters) above the Thames. Between the towers stretch a pair of glass-covered walkways that are popular among tourists. The walkways were originally designed to allow pedestrians to cross even while the bridge was raised, but they became hangouts for prostitutes and thieves and so were closed from 1909 to 1982. The Tower Bridge was operated by hydraulic pumps driven by steam until 1976, when electric motors were put into operation; the steam power system is still kept (in good repair) as a tourist display. Because of the reduction in shipping at the London Docklands, however, the leaves are now seldom raised. Tools needed to complete construction: mid-sized scissors, modeling knife, water-based glue, ruler or triangle, and modeling pins. Tools Not Included.

• Made in Germany
• 1:300 Scale
• Difficulty level 2
• Kit includes modeling sheets, instructions, and tips for construction
• Highly detailed paper modeling for the hobby enthusiast