Bireme

Amati Kit – Detailed and accurate model of a Greek Athenian Bireme.
Fast and with a deadly ram bow, as the Persian fleet discovered at the Battle of Salamis.
The Bireme was managed by 44 oarsmen working in two banks of oars (Hence the name ‘Bireme’ – a “Trireme” had three banks of oars, a “Quinquereme” five banks.)
The style of vessel changed little from 480BC to late Roman Empire times, so the model could be used as a basis for a Roman vessel.