Revell Search and Rescue Cruiser DGzRS "Arkona" 1/72 Scale

The Arkona is part of the fleet of the DGzRS www.dgzrs.de- which counts around 60 vessels by now. DGzRS is short for: Deutsche Gesellschaft zur Rettung Schiffbruechiger - roughly translated: German society for the rescue of those at distress at sea - a non-governmental, highly efficient, independent organization founded in 1869, entirely financed by donations. Sister ships of the Arkona operate in the Noth- and Eastsea. This type, powered by three diesel engines, is designed to handle gale-force winds of over 100 km/h and waves over 5m high. They are of a very modern design with outstanding nautical capabilities including a high capacity fire extinguishing equipment and on-board hospital. The Arkona also contains a launch located at the aft part of the ship, designed for very shallow waters.

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