The Story of the "Bull of Scapa Flow"

The U-47 was a Type VIIB ocean-going submarine, launched in October 1938. It entered service in December of the same year under the command of Günther Prien, one of the most famous and at the same time most controversial commanders of the German submarine force.

At the beginning of the war, the U-47 became widely known for a daring operation carried out on the British Home Fleet base at Scapa Flow. The lone attack on the heavily guarded port resulted in the sinking of the battleship HMS Royal Oak and caused a huge stir on both sides of the conflict. During subsequent patrols in the Atlantic, the U-47 was one of the most effective units in terms of tonnage sunk. However, this was part of a brutal naval war in which technology, tactics and ruthlessness determined the fate of thousands of people.

The story of the U-47 ended suddenly in March 1941. The ship disappeared in the North Atlantic with its entire crew, and the circumstances of its loss remain one of the unsolved mysteries of submarine warfare to this day.

Historical Markings and Symbol on the Hull

The model faithfully reproduces the historical markings of the vessel, including the distinctive emblem placed on the side of the conning tower, the so-called "Bull of Scapa Flow." This symbol was the personal insignia of the crew and directly referred to the famous operation of 1939.

It is worth emphasizing that COBI is increasingly using accurate, historical markings on its submarine models, responding to the expectations of collectors and history enthusiasts who value accuracy, realism and context, rather than a simplified narrative.

Why should you have the U-47 model in your collection?

Compact 1:300 scale model - Designed to faithfully reproduce the characteristic silhouette and proportions of one of the most famous submarines of World War II.

High-quality workmanship - Precisely fitted elements and refined details reproduce the key features of the U-47's construction, from the welded hull to the distinctive conning tower with the bull symbol.

Collector's format - The set perfectly fits into the COBI series of ships in 1:300 scale, alongside models such as ORP Orzel, ORP Sep and U-96, creating a coherent and impressive collection.

Display stand with collector's plaque - An elegant stand with the ship's name and scale designation allows you to display the model in a display case or on a desk, giving it a prestigious character.

Durable, high-quality prints – All markings are permanent prints, guaranteeing an excellent appearance of the model for many years.

Age: 7+ - The set is suitable for both younger builders and experienced collectors.

Clear building instructions - The assembly process is intuitive and satisfying – perfect for children, adults and history enthusiasts.

Excellent for display - Once assembled, the model looks great on a shelf, desk or in a display case. It's a small but incredibly impressive miniature of a legendary vessel.

Expand your fleet - Discover other COBI sets and create an extensive collection of historical ships. The 1:300 scale offers a new perspective on naval warfare. Compare it with 1:700 scale models and further expand your collection.

The U-47 is not a story of heroism in the classic sense, but rather of effectiveness, technology and the realities of submarine warfare. It is a vessel whose actions had a real impact on the course of the conflict and continue to fascinate historians and collectors to this day.

Add the U-47 to your collection and bring history back to life in the form of a precise brick model, faithful to the era, aware of the context and ready for display.

165 high-quality elements

Manufactured in the EU by a company with over 35 years of tradition

Meets safety standards for children's products

Fully compatible with other brands of building blocks

Clear and intuitive instructions based on illustrScale 1:300

Model dimensions: 225 mm x 40 mm x 70 mm