 | The Corporal was the first guided missile put into use by the U. S. Army. Originally designed as a test vehicle to study the problems associated with long range rockets, the Corporal was later turned into a tactical battlefield missile capable of carrying either a conventional or nuclear warhead. The first test vehicle was flown in 1947. Full production vehicles made their appearance in the summer of 1952. The basic design saw some modifications until the Corporal was retired in 1964.
ASP's model features a balsa nose cone and balsa conduits, basswood fins, and decals.
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 | The Kappa-7 was designed as a booster for Japan's later Kappa-8 and Kappa-9 rockets as well as being used as a single-stage sounding rocket. It was determined, however, that the vehicle was unsuitable as a single-stage rocket. The lone Kappa-7 flight was made on November 18, 1959 to confirm the motor's suitability as a booster.
ASP's model of one of Japan's early sounding rockets makes a great beginner's kit. Capable of flying on a wide range of engines, this great looking and great flying model can be flown on practically any size field.
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 | The Kappa 9M is a two-stage Japanese sounding rocket. The first Kappa 9M (K-9M-1) was flown on November 12, 1962.
ASP's single-stage scale model features basswood fins, balsa nose cone, balsa transition, and decals. This is a neat looking model that's also fairly easy to build.
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 | ASP's Neo Standard is a great beginner's kit. Easy to build and fly, the Neo Standard is ideal for use in school and other group settings. Designed with the beginner in mind, the Neo Standard is also a fun sport flier for modelers of any experience level.
Features laser-cut balsa fins, balsa nose cone, quick-change engine hook, and parachute recovery. The Neo Standard flies on standard 18mm engines.
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 | The bigger brother of ASP's Stubby, the "Not So Stubby" is a fun, easy to build model which is ideal for flying on any size field. Like its little brother, this kit is designed with the beginner in mind, but also is a great sport flier for the more experienced modeler.
Features laser-cut balsa fins, a balsa nose cone, quick change engine hook, and parachute recovery, the Not So Stubbyflies on easy to find 18mm A, B or C engines.
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 | The RAM ("Radio Attenuation Measurement") B was a three-stage rocket designed to study communications during reentry after a lunar voyage.
ASP's single-stage "Fun Scale" model of the RAM B captures the general apperance of the real vehicle, yet is easy enough for the novice modeler. Includes trim tape and self-adhesive trim material to simplify painting and detailing.
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 | The RP-3 was an unguided experimental Polish rocket. Earlier versions of the RP series were used for diverse purposes such as wind studies and carrying "Rocket Mail." The RP-3 was first built in 1963 and stood over seven feet tall.
ASP's scale model is 22" tall. This unique-looking kit is a sturdy model for D and E powered flights, yet it is still light enough to fly on selected 18mm engines with a motor adapter (not included). The kit includes laser-cut ply fins, balsa nose cone, and decal. Many who own this kit count it among their favorites.
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 | The Sonda II B is the largest of Brazil's series of Sonda II sounding rockets. The Sonda II was first flown during the early 1970s and continues in use today.
Ease of construction and painting makes ASP's model of the Brazilian sounding rocket a great first scale kit.
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 | The Stretch Stubby is ASP's big brother of their Stubby and the Not So Stubby kits. This fun, easy-to-build model features a big payload section.
Designed wth the beginner in mind, this rocket makes a great first or second rocket kit.
The Stretch Stubby features laser-cut balsa fins, a balsa nose cone, a quick change engine hook, a payload section (big enough to hold many commercial electronics), and a bright parachute for recovery.
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 | ASP's That Tube Rocket flies without the use of standard fins. Very easy to build, That Tube Rocket includes a quick-change engine hook that makes it easy to fly over and over. Features ASP's usual top-quality components and outstanding instructions.
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 | ASP's Theta 18 is an easy-to-build kit for beginners and a great sport flier for modelers of any experience level. With laser-cut balsa fins, a balsa nose cone, and streamer recovery, the Theta 18 flies on standard 18mm engines.
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 | This detailed model features a balsa boattail, hard balsa nose cone, and laser-cut balsa fins. Using the "Pass - Port" staging method, a D12-0 booster fires an 18mm upper stage motor for impressive, two-stage flights. The upper stage may also be flown as a single stage model. Recommended for the advanced modeler.
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 | Colorful graphics set the Custom Rocket Freestyle kit apart from the rest. The kit includes an injection-molded nose cone, quick-release engine mount, laser-cut balsa fins, a 12" parachute and self-adhesive decals. Flights to 750 feet.
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 | Keeping our universe safe since 2080. Features injection-molded plastic nose cone, laser-cut balsa fins, streamer recovery, quick-release engine mount, and detailed pressure-sensitive decals.
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 | Estes released the Cadet kit in 1987 to support the "Young Astronauts Club." This kit is no longer in production. It is in good condition and is still-sealed in the original packaging.
Based on the Blazer kit, this kit features die-cut fiber fins and streamer recovery.
Established in 1984 by the White House, the Young Astronauts Council uses space to promote interest in science, math, and technology among young people. The Council supports local Young Astronauts Chapters around the world as well as the "Young Astronauts Club" for individual memberships. The Council is a non-profit organizationand receives no government funding. It is funded by membership fees paid by its official chapters. Chapters and Club (individual) members receive official Young Astronaut membership cards and certificates containing a seal that was flown in space aboard the space shuttle.
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 | This scale-like model rocket kit is easy-to-assemble with no painting required.
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 | This is a "reintro" of the popular Air Walker model rocket kit from Estes. A clear payload section adds to the fun of this rocket. Building remains the same as the original kit and is easy to build no matter what your experience level. Have this rocket on the launch pad in a quick afternoon and enjoy countless launches.
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 | The Estes Alpha has introduced many millions to model rocketry since its introduction more than 35 years ago. Easy-to-build, the Alpha looks great and flies great.
The Alpha is a classic Skill Level 1 kit. It includes a one-piece body tube, laser-cut wood fins, and an aerodynamic nose cone.
Building the Alpha takes about an afternoon. When powered with a C engine, the rocket can reach altitudes of 1,000 feet. Recovery is accomplished with a colorful 12-inch preassembled parachute.
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 | The Alpha VI is a special limited-edition of the classic Alpha series of rockets. Commemorating the 60th anniversary of Estes, this kit features colorful self-stick decals.
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 | The Baby Bertha is a pint-sized version of the classic Big Bertha. At just under 13 inches, the Baby Bertha is about half the size of it's larger cousin. The Baby Bertha kit features laser-cut fins, a plastic nose cone, self-stick decals, and a colorful 12-inch pre-assembled parachute.
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 | The Big Bertha is a classic Estes kit. Designed by Vern Estes himself, this is one of the largest Skill Level 1 rockets. it is a great beginenr's rocket. The Big Bertha is terrific for demonstractions as its large size and steady flights on smaller motors provide slow, realistic lift-offs.
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 | Estes's Black Brant III is a flying scale model of the primary research vehicle produced by Canada Bristol Aerospace and is an excellent choice for your first scale project. Construction is fairly simple with high-quality parts including laser-cut wood fins, waterslide decals, and a 12 inch parachute for recovery. Great performance and really impressive flights!
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 | One of Estes's series of crayon-inspired rockets, the Black Hole is almost ready to fly. Standing almost 20 inches tall, this rocket goes well over 500 feet.
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 | The Estes Bull Pup 12D is a sport-scale version of the Air Force's AGM-12D Bull Pup missile. The Bull Pup makes a great first scale model.
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 | A tribute to yesterday's rockets, the Estes Centuri features laser-cut wood fins and a 12" parachute.
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 | With gold chrome fins and nose cone, the Estes Chrome Domes Gold model rocket kit is sure to put a sparkle in your eye. A prismatic body tube completes the jewel-like appearance of this easy-to-build rocket kit.
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 | The Estes Chuter 2 features dual parachutes which bring this classic rocket back to Earth in style after blasting off to heights of up to 900 feet. The unique fin design and colorful body of the Chuter-Two make it a great rocket for anyone.
Estes has gone back to the archives and pulled up old drawings and spec sheets to bring back this vintage design. The kit has been reproduced and updated while retaining the classic lines of the original. The Chuter-Two kit contains high-quality body tubes, a balsa nose cone, and laser-cut balsa fins.
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 | Coming soon from Estes ... a reissue of the Estes Citation Series Patriot model rocket kit. The price and details of the kit are to be determined, but you can use the form on this page to sign up to receive an email when we get the kits.
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The Estes Color The Sky collection includes twelve crayon-themed rocket kits - each a different color.
Each kit is easy-to-assemble with plastic fins and nose cone, self-stick decals, and a plastic parachute.
This is a bulk package of twelve (12) kits.
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You'll be amazed when the rocket returns to earth with a parachute while the nose cone helicopters down.
The Cosmic Cobra streaks to altitudes over 500 feet high. Two recovery devices are used to tame this reptile. The main rocket, with upswept fins, returns to earth on a colorful 12 inch parachute while the sleek nose cone helicopters down on bright colored, retractable rotor blades. Assembly of the Cobra takes about one hour or less, making it a great choice for any beginner! You'll draw a crowd at the flying field when you blast this unique rocket into space! |
 | This sleek design from Estes features quality body tubes, a large balsa nose cone, laser-cut balsa fins, and easy-to-apply waterslide decals.
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 | A smaller cousin of the classic Satellite Interceptor kit, the Crossbow SST can reach a height of 1600 feet on a C6-5.
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 | Prioviously only available in a launch set, the Estes Crossfire ISX is, perhaps, the coolest looking beginner's kit in Estes's catalog. With laser-cut wood fins and bright, self-stick decals, the Crossfire ISX flies on standard-size motors and is recovered by parachute.
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 | The EPM-010 features swept forward fins with outer navigational pods for interplanetary space travel. Its long slender design will reward you with straight, out-of-site flights. This hot-looking rocket floats back to earth on a pre-assembled 12 inch parachute. Standard Engine powered, the EPM-010 soars to over 900 feet.
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 | The Estes Firestorm is an "Almost Ready-to-Fly" (ARTF) model rocket featuring uniquely colored plastic fins and nose cone. Just slip the fins into the fin can and the rocket is ready to prep for flight.
Add the BT-60 Booster accessory (sold separately) to fly the Firestorm as a two-stage rocket.
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 | The Estes Flip Flyer is an easy-to-assemble kit featuring parachute and helicopter recovery. The nose of the rocket returns to earth under a parachute while the body deploys rotors and returns like a helicopter.
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 | Estes has re-created the Centuri classic of the early 1970s. The Flutter-By does not have a parachute or streamer. Instead, at apogee, the rocket splits into two parts.Each part tumbles to earth.
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 | Este's Flying Colors model rocket sports a fun color scheme. It's almost fully assembled when you get it. Just slip the fins into the fin can, and it's ready to prep for launch. Add the BT-60 Booster accessory (sold separately) to convert the Flying Colors to a multi-stage rocket.
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 | Easily assembled and ready for flight quickly, the Fractured doesn't require any painting. It flies up to 550 feet on a C6-3 or C6-5 engine. Add the Booster-60 accessory (sold separately) for two-stage flights.
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 | The Freefall is easy to assemble and includes a parachute man with his own parachute for recovery. Standard engine powered, the Freefall can reach 575 feet.
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 | The Estes Galaxy Glow model rocket kit is a perfect S.T.E.M. adventure for the first-time rocketeer. Experience the thrill of building and flying your own high-performance model rocket with minimal waiting. This rocket is as much fun to build as it is to fly
In addition to the fun and excitement of building, launching, and recovery of your own model rocket, the high-flying Galaxy Glow has significant STEM educational value. This ultra-sleek and colorful model rocket can provide some of the basic building blocks for understanding Newton’s Laws of Motion. The Galaxy Glow is a great looking, easy to assemble (E2X) model rocket kit that features a molded lime green nose cone, fin can, and fins, pre-colored body tube and self-stick decals. The kit can be assembled and ready to fly in about an hour. When launched with an Estes C6-7 engine, the almost 20†tall Galaxy Glow can reach heights of 1,100 feet and is easily recovered by its 12 inch parachute.
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 | With a multi-fin design resembling a surface-to-air missile, the Guardian is a Skill Level 2 rocket with parachute recovery.
This is a new kit, still sealed in clear packaging rather than fancy retail packaging.
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 | The Estes Helios is an almost-ready-to-fly rocket featuring a bright silver body tube and yellow fins and nose cone. Slide the fins into the fin can and the rocket is ready to prep for flight.
The BT-60 Booster accessory (sold separately) converts the Helios into a two-stage rocket.
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 | The Estes Hornet is a sporty, easy-to-assemble rocket featuring an eye-catching waterslide decal.
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 | The Estes Hyper Bat is a two-stage model rocket kit with a plastic nose cone and laser-cut fins.
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 | Envisioned by Estes designers to be operational by 2050, the Estes “Interceptor†is an ultra-sophisticated rocket that could patrol our galaxy for possible aggression by hostile aliens. Highly advanced defense systems, which includes photon and laser armaments as well as ION drive for extended tours around the Milky Way only enhance the rocket! This kit returns with quality features Estes is known for like laser cut balsa parts, two full color waterslide decals and detailed plastic parts including the nose cone, wing pods, and tail cone.
When properly outfitted for launch, flights over 500 feet are possible with a soft landing on a colorful 18†parachute. The futuristic looking Interceptor is sure to be the envy of everyone at the launch site.
Towering over two feet tall, the Interceptor delivers excellent flight performance on B and C engines. When launched on the recommended C engine, this gorgeous rocket blasts to heights of more than 525 feet.
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 | Estes's JBR-013 features laser-cut wood fins which you assemble. The JBR-013 flies on standard engines and can reach heights of 775 feet.
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 | The Little Joe booster was the first rocket designed solely for manned spacecraft qualifications and to measure critical parameters at higher altitudes. The Estes 1/34th scale Little Joe stands almost 18 inches tall and launches to 400 feet on a C6-5 engine. Other features include a plastic Mercury capsule and engine nozzles, precision laser-cut balsa, printed card-stock fins, high-quality waterslide decals, and a colorful 15-inch parachute for "safe reentry." The Little Joe 1 will soon be in stock for an exciting holiday gift that every rocketeer will want to build and proudly display.
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 | The Estes Loadstar II is a great rocket with great performance. This two-stage rocket includes a large payload section.
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 | Fast to the flying field, the Longneck Express is a fully assembled, great looking, really high-flying model rocket. Recovery is quick with 12-inch parachute so you can launch again and again.
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Estes introduced the Nemesis in their 2001 catalog. It features a futuristic spaceship design with a cockpit molded into the nosecone.
Produced from about 2001 to 2004, this kit is still in the original packaging.
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 | The Estes Nike Apache is a single-stage scale kit.
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 | The Estes Nike Smoke is a 1/10th scale flying model of the Nasa sounding rocket developed in the 1960s to explore the behavior of horizontal winds in the upper atmosphere.
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 | This fun No. 2 Skywriter rocket looks like a wooden pencil. The Skywriter includes colored body tubes, fins, and nose cone, so assembly is quick and easy.
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 | The Estes Nova is a sleek, almost-ready-to-fly model rocket. Flying on a C motor, it can reach 700 feet in altitude. Add the BT-55 Booster Accessory (sold separately) and a D12-0 booster engine and watch this rocket soar way past 1,400 feet.
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 | This one-tenth scale model of the Army's M-104 Patriot air defense missile features authentic decals and parachute recovery.
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 | Based on the classic Centuri Phoenix Bird kit from the late 1970s, the new Estes Phoenix Bird features through-the-wall fins and self-stick foil decals.
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 | The Estes Photon Probe is a "Classic Series" re-issue of a futuristic kit which was originally released in 1991.
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 | The Estes Plasma Probe captures the futuristic design of Centuri kits from the 1970s.
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 | The easy-to-assemble Estes Reflector has a large payload section, laser-cut fins, and waterslide decals.
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 | Rocket Red is a RTF crayon-themed rocket. It stands almost 20" tall and features a twist-on fin section.
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 | Estes's Satellite Silver rocket is styled like a flying crayon. Just insert an engine, twist on the fin unit, attach the shock cord to the nose cone, and you are ready for launch.
A couple of minutes of your time and you are on the flying field ready to blast off. Standing almost 20 inches tall, this rocket goes well over 500 feet.
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 | The Estes Savage is an easy-to-build two-stage rocket. It provides an excellent introduction to multi-stage rocketry.
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 | The Estes Shuttle Xpress carries two gliding fighter shuttles to the skies for battle. At apogee, it releases the two fighter shuttles that glide back to earth. Using a standard engine, this rocket can soar to over 575 feet.
The booster rocket features a jet fighter look with plenty of scale detail and aerodynamic stability. The two shuttle fighters attach to the side of the booster and represent state of the art in stealth glider technology.
After launching on a standard engine, this powerful rocket can soar to over 575 feet where the fighters are deployed and can cruise for up to 200 feet. After the fighters separate, the booster floats gently down on a bright 12-inch preassembled parachute, ready for another exciting search and destroy mission!
The Shuttle Xpress is fromthe E2X (Easy to Assemble) series, which requires no painting and is easy to assemble in about an hour.
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 | The Estes Sky Cruiser is an easy-to-assemble model rocket kit featuring a plastic fin unit and self-stick decals.
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 | The Sky Hawker is a ready-to-fly rocket with a 12-inch parachute.
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 | The easy-to-assemble Sky Twister features a nose cone with helicopter recovery. The nose cone deploys rotor blades and spins back to earth while the rest of the rocket returns under a parachute.
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 | The Star Stryker is a striking, but easy to build, rocket from Estes.
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 | The Starbase Starcruiser was produced by Estes in 1995 specifically for the US Department of Defense's STARBASE youth program.
STARBASE is an educational program, sponsored by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs. STARBASE students participate in challenging "hands-on, mind-on" activities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.
This kit is still in the original, plain plastic bag, packaging. It features a plastic fin set and a large, self-stick decal sheet.
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 | A Skill Level 1 kit, the Stratocruiser looks massive but is an easy builder. Use the really cool color scheme shown or create your own! Either way, the waterslide decals included add a nice finishing touch to your rocket.
Launched on standard Estes Engines, this rocket can reach heights of 725 feet. A preassembled parachute makes for a soft landing. Repack the parachute, grab a new engine and you're ready for another launch!
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 | The Estes Super Neon features special "tubular flight stabilizers" which will make this rocket a favorite to build and fly. Watch the Super Neon model rocket soar to heights of almost 1000 feet using standard Estes motors.
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 | Standing over two feet tall, the Estes Vector Force is a simple to build and finish rocket. The kit features high-quality laser-cut balsa fins, waterslide decals, and easy-to-follow instructions.
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 | The Estes Viking can be easily assembled with 48 possible different fin configurations. The kit\'s five special, die-cut card stock fins allow you to create a rocket that\'s truly unique. Take your pick on how you want your rocket to look; fins up, fins down or fins whatever way. You call it, it\'s your day to be the rocket designer.
Customize your own rocket...no matter how you place the fins, it still offers the ultimate in high performance model rocket flight. This Skill Level 1 rocket kit includes a single-piece body tube, molded nose cone, and self-stick decals.
The Viking is just over 12 inches tall. When flown on standard engines, the Viking is able to reach amazing launch heights over 1600 feet and land safely with its bright orange streamer.
The versatile Viking can be built in an afternoon and is a great rocket for beginners, class projects, clubs and rocket demonstrations.
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 | The Wiggler has arrived! This launch set includes a launch pad, launch controller, and the Wacky Wiggler rocket.
Estes's Wacky Wiggler rocket features "break-apart" recovery.
The easy-to-build Wacky Wiggler will give you hours of rocket launching fun. The Wiggler launches as a normal rocket, but comes down in several pieces connect by a shock cord. The kit features pre-colored parts including body tube segments featuring a silver holographic pattern which is super shiny and easy to see in the sky.
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 | The Estes Wizard is an easy-to-assemble, Skill Level 1 kit with a one-piece body tube, laser-cut wood fins, and a bullet-shaped plastic nose cone. The self-stick decals are sure to make this mystic rocket the envy of everyone at your local launch field. The Wizard is a great rocket for beginners, schools, clubs and rocket demonstrations.
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 | The Estes Yankee is a rocket with an All-America decor and performance to match. On a C6-7 motor, it screams to 1400 feet in altitude.The Estes Yankee includes self-adhesive decals for that red, white and blue look.
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 | This Star Trek themed rocket is easy to build. It features a clear green payload compartment.
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 | MPC's USS Enterprise rocket is easy to build with two pre-decorated body tubes. It is 28.71" (72.9cm) long with a diameter of 1.58" (40mm) and uses standard engines from Estes and Quest. The kit includes self-stick decals and a special parachute.
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 | MPC's USS Reliant rocket is easy to build with a pre-decorated body tube. The Star Trek themed rocket uses standard engines from Estes and Quest and includes self-stick decals and a special parachute.
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 | Odd'l Rockets' Break Away features "break-apart" recovery. At apogee, the rocket breaks into several sections which wiggle their way back to earth. A Kevlar tether holds the pieces together making recovery safe and easy. Just slide the segments back together and you are ready for another flight.
Odd'l Rockets has improved upon the original Break Away by using longer coupler connections and engineering better, easier-to-construct segment ties.
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 | The Odd'l Rockets F-104 is a new take on the classic model rocket kit. Inspired by the jet fighter kit originally produced in the late 1970s by Centuri, the Odd'l Rockets F104 Starfighter features a clear plastic canopy and waterslide decals.
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 | Based on the classic Centuri F-16 Fighter kit of the late 1970s, the Odd'l Rockets F-16 features a heavy BT-50 body tube, clear canopy, laser-cut fins, and simulated missiles and wing-tip fuel tanks.
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 | From the fuzzy antenna on the top of his head to the bottom of his (three) feet, this little guy is out of this world. He looks friendly enough, but what's up with that raygun on his belt? Stand back as the Little Green Man takes flight!
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 | The Pigasus is not your typical "three-fins and a nose cone" rocket. It's a two wings, four legs, and a snout rocket (and ears and glasses, too).
Fly this pink piglet on a B6 or C6 engine for a squealing stable flight then watch as the porcine projectile returns to earth under its parachute.
"It's a terrific pork flyer." - Ham Solo
"Don't fry your bacon, fly it!" - Piggie Smalls (The Notorious P.I.G.)
"Sometimes a pig isn't just a pig." - Pigmund Freud
"I feel a connection to this rocket." - Kevin Bacon
"Odd'l Rockets has produced a real wiener." - Col. Tom Porker
"You will believe a pig can fly!" - G. Harry Swine
If the Pigasus kit is "Sold Out," please don't despair. We expect another litter to arrive soon!
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 | The Quest America sports a patriotic red, white, and blue theme. Balsa fins, a molded plastic cone, and color-coded parts make this an easy Skill Level One build.
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 | Quest's Big Betty is a large, easy-to-build rocket. With balsa fins and a plastic nose cone, the Big Betty "flies like a dream."
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 | We can't think of many other ways that you can send an egg sailing 400 ft into the air and return it safely (and in time for breakfast!) The specially designed nose capsule comes unpadded - requiring your students to experiment with various methods of protecting Mr. Egg. The Courier model rocket is a traditional balsa fin design and carries it's own dual parachute recovery.
Flies with Quest B6-2, B6-4 and C6-3 rocket motors. Can also use Estes B6-2, B6-4 and C6-5 rocket motors.
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 | The Gamma Ray features a red transparent payload section.
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 | Quest's Harpoon model rocket kit is accurately detailed to match the US Navy and Air Force SLAM AGM-84 Harpoon anti-ship missile. The Harpoon model rocket can reach an altitude of 800 feet.
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 | The Quest Triton-X is a large, easy-to-build rocket. The transition and striking decal make this a cool-looking rocket.
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 | Semroc's Arcas is a scale model kit of the NASA sounding rocket which was used for weather experiments and radar calibration from 1959 until 1991.
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 | Semroc's Bandit is an update of the Estes kit from the early 1970s. The original Bandit was designed by Mark Kellner and was one of the first models to use a ducted ejection system of baffles to eliminate the need for recovery wadding. The elegant design of the internal baffles is hidden as the model is built, but teaches the principles of cooling the gases before the chute is deployed.
The Semroc Retro-Repro Bandit is very similar in design to the original. Its laser-cut internal tubes are thicker and the holes are slightly larger to accommodate modern engines. The original's die-cut fins are replaced with more accurate laser-cut fins.
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 | Semroc's Blue Bird Zero is a reproduction of the classic Estes kit.
The original Blue Bird Zero was designed by Mike Dorffler while at Estes Industries. Mike was one of the most prolific designers of model rocket kits and accessories over his many years in the business. Best known as the inventor the Cineroc, Mike is also remembered fondly for all of his classics designs such as the Blue Bird Zero. It was released in the 1980 Estes Catalog as #1335.
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 | Semroc has reproduced one of the most striking of Estes's classic kits. The Cherokee-D flies on D motors for impressive flights. Semroc's kit features waterslide decals and laser-cut fins.
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 | Semroc’s faithful reproduction of the classic 1970s Centuri Excalibur stands over two-feet tall once assembled. The kit includes a precision-turned balsa nose cone, laser-cut fiber fins, and colorful water-slide decals. A parachute is included for recovery.
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 | Semroc's Goblin kit features laser-cut balsa fins, a precision-turned balsa nose cone, and water-slide decals. Fly the Goblin on powerful 24mm D motors or use the included adapter to for smaller, 18mm motors.
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 | The Laser-X is Semroc's version of a rocket kit first advertised by Centuri in 1968 in the American Rocketeer magazine.
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 | This 1/70 scale flying model rocket kit includes an laser-cut parts and water-slide decals.
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 | This 1/10 scale flying model rocket is over three-feet tall once assembled.
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 | The Estes Orbital Transport first appeared in the 1968 Estes catalog. Inspired by a painting on the cover of the November, 1959, issue of Popular Mechanics magazine, the Estes Orbital Transport kit featured a futuristic design with a gliding orbiter. The rocket's booster is 23 inches long and .976 inches in diameter. The orbiter is 8.6 inches long and .736 inches in diameter.
Semroc's reproduction of the Classic Estes kit features balsa nose cones, laser-cut balsa fins, elastic shock cord, and improved shock cord mounting.
Popular Mechanics, November, 1959
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Semroc's Starlight kil is a reproduction of the 1960's Estes kit designed by Bill See.
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 | The Starship Excalibur was originally released as a plan from Estes in the late 1960s. This futuristic vision of a space liner flies up to 700 feet on a C motor. The kit includes seven precision-turned balsa nose cones, laser-cut parts, water-slide decals, and a parachute.
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 | Semroc brings back another classic from the past with the Starship Vega flying model rocket kit. Sporting a futuristic design, the Starship Vega made its first appearance in the 1973 Estes catalog.
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 | Estes released its Trident kit in 1967. Semroc's re-issue of this futuristic classic features laser-cut fins and waterslide decals.
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 | The Yung'un's Nuke is the fourth of the Semroc "Groonies" series of Goonie-style model rocket kits. What can a dictator of a small third world country give to his yung'un that tells the civilized world that he means business? Just any old baby bottle is not good enough to nurse his baby boy. No, it has to serve as a message to the world that this yung'un is different. He can use this gift to provide nourishment and recycle the empties to let everyone know that he is important and can do some-thing with his life that most others cannot do. He can change the world, or at least blow up a small piece of it. This model does not include baby's milk or nuclear material, but will provide some of the fun of the original.
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