Estes Rocket Science Model Rocket Starter Set

Description

Discover how you can have FUN with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Build the "Rocket Science" model rocket, launch with one of the 3 engines included and observe as a reaction occurs to make this rocket soar! You will get to be a "Rocket Scientist" as you experiment with the other 2 included engines to see how high your rocket will go! Powered by Estes standard model rocket engines (also sold separately) this rocket can soar up to 1,100'. We’ve also included a simple to build altitude tracker to help you measure how high your rocket goes and can be used again and again!

Skill Level: Beginner
Length: 12.6" (32 cm)
Diameter: .98" (25 mm)
Estimated Weight: 1.2 oz. (34 g)
Estimated Assembly Time: 1 Hour (painting and glue drying time not included)
Fin Materials: Plastic
Decal Type: Self-stick
Launch System: Porta-Pad II and Electron Beam Launch Controller
Launch Rod Size: 1/8"
Recommended Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
Projected Max Altitude: 1,100 ft. (335 m)
Recovery System: 12" (30.5 cm) Parachute

Includes rocket, porta-pad II launch pad, electron beam launch controller, parachute, 3 engines (A8-3, B6-4, C6-5), 4 starters, 8 plugs, 12 squares of recovery wadding and altitude tracker.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter’s glue and hobby knife. (Tools, construction and finishing supplies sold separately.)

WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH: Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (sold separately).

Age Recommendation: Estes model rocketry is recommended for ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12. Unless otherwise specified, all models require assembly.

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