---
product_id: 5695693
title: "Academy Da Vinci Paddle Boat"
brand: "model kits"
price: "£26.94"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Academy Hobby Model Kits"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/5695693-academy-da-vinci-paddle-boat
store_origin: GB
region: Great Britain
---

# Snap-together, no tools needed Spring-powered paddle drive Authentic Da Vinci design replica Academy Da Vinci Paddle Boat

**Brand:** model kits
**Price:** £26.94
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚙️ Snap into history with Da Vinci’s genius in motion!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Academy Da Vinci Paddle Boat by model kits
- **How much does it cost?** £26.94 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/5695693-academy-da-vinci-paddle-boat)

## Best For

- model kits enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted model kits brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **STEM Meets Style:** A sophisticated educational model that’s both a brain teaser and a chic décor piece for the modern manager.
- • **Effortless Assembly:** No glue, no tools, just snap and go—perfect for busy pros who value time and precision.
- • **Display-Ready Elegance:** Comes with a sleek stand to elevate your desk or shelf, sparking conversations and admiration.
- • **Iconic Historical Replica:** Own a mini masterpiece inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s original paddle boat design—blend culture with your workspace.
- • **Ingenious Spring Mechanism:** Watch history in motion as the spring-powered paddles rotate smoothly, showcasing Renaissance engineering brilliance.

## Overview

The Academy Da Vinci Paddle Boat is a 7.25-inch, spring-powered model kit that replicates Leonardo da Vinci’s original paddle boat design. It features a snap-together assembly requiring no tools, glue, or paint, making it an easy yet educational build. Perfect for display or demonstration, it includes a display stand and operates with a mechanical spring mechanism that drives the paddle wheels, blending historical innovation with modern convenience.

## Description

From the Manufacturer Academy's Da Vinci Paddleboat is an interpretation of the original drawing, designed during the Renaissance era by the famous Italian scientist and artist, Leonardo da Vinci. This spring powered kit is a joy to build, and snaps together without any tools, glue, batteries and doesn't need painting. Imagine holding a piece of history in your hand and it operates as well. This 7.25" Paddleboat is beautifully designed; with the spring powered mechanism creating the energy to rotate the two massive paddle wheels in the water. Another wonderful educational model in Academy's Da Vinci Machine Series, this model is sure to please the historical student or the budding modeler looking for a unique, yet easy to build model kit. Academy's technical engineers captured the wonders of this mechanical masterpiece, designed by the most celebrated historical figure in science and technology, making this model a joy to build, display or operate. All this precision in a working model and it simply snaps together. This highly educational kit looks great on a shelf, will demonstrate the genius of Leonardo da Vinci and will make a terrific school or "show-and-tell" project.

Review: Clever & Educational - We bought the Academy Da Vinci Paddle Boat for our grandson on his ninth birthday. He had evidenced some interest in building models, so we bought him a book on Leonardo da Vinci and his inventions. We had ordered the paddle boat to be sent directly to him. The book was an enticement to building the model on his own. The model was easy to build for a first-time builder but was an excellent example of an historical invention. It is made of plastic..other Academy models are of wood...but that was really good in this case, as it really floats and moves in water. It was a good choice, easy enough for him to build, workable so he felt good about having done it, and he had something of historical interest to display and talk about.
Review: OK for some younger kids, good STEM activity, 20-30min assembly - We assembled this with a mechanically minded 3.5 year old! He snapped most parts together himself as we walked him through the assembly pictures and found the pieces for him. He couldn't wait to play with it in the bathtub afterward! It's not super for a boat toy (easy to tip) but once we got it all together it motored pretty fast in the bathtub. Make sure to push pieces all the way in, we got to the end and it didn't quite ratchet but just needed an extra squeeze to make work.

## Features

- Easy to assemble, snap together kit
- Reproduction of a Leonardo da Vinci's Paddle Boat
- Spring powered mechanism actually drives the paddles
- No tools, no glue, no painting required
- Display stand included

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003L4FEX0 |
| Age Range (Description) | Kid |
| Art Craft Kit Type | ART_CRAFT_KIT |
| Brand | ACADEMY HOBBY MODEL KITS |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (151) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 08809258928478 |
| Included Components | Instruction Guide |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 9.6 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 5 x 5 x 2.5 inches |
| Item model number | 18130 |
| Manufacturer | Model Rectifier Corp. |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Material | プラスチック |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 5 x 2.5 inches |
| Seasons | All Seasons |
| Size | 5 x 5 x 2.5 inches |
| Style | Unique |
| Theme | historical |
| UPC | 076690845467 716080177111 |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Kid
- **Brand:** ACADEMY HOBBY MODEL KITS
- **Color:** Multicolor
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 5 x 5 x 2.5 inches
- **Theme:** historical

## Images

![Academy Da Vinci Paddle Boat - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71f2bycdwaL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Clever & Educational
*by P***E on April 23, 2013*

We bought the Academy Da Vinci Paddle Boat for our grandson on his ninth birthday. He had evidenced some interest in building models, so we bought him a book on Leonardo da Vinci and his inventions. We had ordered the paddle boat to be sent directly to him. The book was an enticement to building the model on his own. The model was easy to build for a first-time builder but was an excellent example of an historical invention. It is made of plastic..other Academy models are of wood...but that was really good in this case, as it really floats and moves in water. It was a good choice, easy enough for him to build, workable so he felt good about having done it, and he had something of historical interest to display and talk about.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ OK for some younger kids, good STEM activity, 20-30min assembly
*by A***. on September 12, 2019*

We assembled this with a mechanically minded 3.5 year old! He snapped most parts together himself as we walked him through the assembly pictures and found the pieces for him. He couldn't wait to play with it in the bathtub afterward! It's not super for a boat toy (easy to tip) but once we got it all together it motored pretty fast in the bathtub. Make sure to push pieces all the way in, we got to the end and it didn't quite ratchet but just needed an extra squeeze to make work.

### ⭐ garbage
*by B***R on June 28, 2013*

fun to put together, but that's about it. Should be sold in a dollar store. very cheap plastic. Stay away,

## Frequently Bought Together

- Academy Da Vinci Paddle Boat
- Pathfinders STEM kit Leonardo Da Vinci Catapult kit Trebuchet Engineering kit Educational Toys for Kids Science kit for Kids Age 12-14 stem Projects Physics Toys Wood Building Kits
- PATHFINDERS STEM kit Leonardo Davinci helicopter aviation model building kit educational toys for ages 8-13 engineering toy for kids da vinci inventions wooden building kits stem projects science kits

---

## 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.co.uk/products/5695693-academy-da-vinci-paddle-boat](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/5695693-academy-da-vinci-paddle-boat)

---

*Product available on Desertcart Great Britain*
*Store origin: GB*
*Last updated: 2026-04-23*