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MODEL ROCKETS : LAUNCH SETS
ESTES Athena X Starter Set
Description:
Estes Launch Set with 2 rockets:
- Athena Rocket
- X-Treme Rocket
- Porta-Pad II launch pad
- Electron Beam Launch Controller
- Recovery wadding
- 2 A8-3 engines
Needs 4 AA batteries
Our Price: $44.99
ESTES Flash Launch Set
Description:
High performance model rocketry at a moderate price. The 16 inch FLASH is a great addition to the Snaps line of model rockets from Estes. You can experience the thrill of building and flying your own high performance model rocket without the need for gluing or waiting. The FLASH rocket kit literally “snaps” together in minutes with the uniquely molded fin set. The pre-colored body tube attaches easily and the die cut decals are a breeze to apply. In just minutes you will have built your 1st model rocket that will look like it was made by a pro! Ease of assembly is just one of the great features of this set. The main feature of the FLASH is the sleek, drag defying design that provides high performance, cloud punching flights over 925 feet on standard Estes engines.
Each Flash Launch Set comes complete with a wicked looking FLASH snap together model rocket kit and our super reliable Estes Launch System.
LAUNCH SYSTEM includes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Controller.
Our Price: $28.99
ESTES Flip Flyer™ Launch Set
Description:
E2X- Easy to Assemble
A couple of hours of your time and you're off to the flying field with the dual recovery Flip Flyer! This time the rocket is the heli-blade recovery while the nose cone is the parachute! Hours of fun with this rocket!
LAUNCH SYSTEM includes Electron Beam Launch Controller (requires 4 high quality 1.5V AA alkaline batteries) and Porta-Pad II Launch Pad.
Length: 19.2 in. (48.8 cm)
Diameter: .98 in. (25 mm)
Estimated Weight: 3.2 oz. (90.7 g)
Recommended Engines: B6-4 (First Launch), C6-5
Projected Max Altitude: 750 ft. (229 m)
Estes model rocketry is recommended for ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12. Unless otherwise specified, all models require assembly. Tools, construction and finishing supplies sold separately. In order to launch, a launch system, model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding are required - sold separately-unless otherwise specified.
Our Price: $23.99
ESTES Taser Launch Set
Description:
E2X - Easy to Assemble
The Taser is a stunning rocket that's capable of subduing anything out there that's dangerous! The Taser Launch Set from Estes is an exciting, radically designed high altitude rocket launch set from the E2X (Easy to Assemble) series. The rocket kit features a brightly colored one piece body tube, molded plastic fin set and bullet shaped nose cone. Simply glue a few rocket pieces together, apply the colorful self-stick decals and in less than an hour you'll be ready for the launch pad!
The Taser rocket is 17 inches tall. With its custom three-fin design, it climbs to an outta sight altitude of over 1,000 feet. A bright-colored 12 inch preassembled parachute returns this rocket back to the launch site. You'll be ready in minutes for another extreme launch experience!
Our Price: $51.99
ESTES Riptide Launch Set
Description:
The Estes Riptide Launch Set contains almost everything you need for hours of high flying fun! This shiny rocket is completely assembled by specially trained craftsman and is ultra aerodynamic and has totally awesome highly reflective blue chrome colored fins and nose cone.
The Riptide stands 18 inches tall. When launched on our Estes standard model rocket engines, it can reach heights over 650 feet and returns smoothly on a colorful 12 inch parachute.
Rip through the sky with your own ready to fly Riptide!
LAUNCH SYSTEM includes Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller.
WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately):Estes model rocket engines, starters and . Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included).
Our Price: $51.99
Red Rider Launch Set
Description:
(ENGINES NOT INCLUDED)
Our Price: $23.99
Alpha III Launch Set E2X Easy-to-Assemble
Description:
(ENGINES NOT INCLUDED)
This is the Alpha III Flying Model Rocket Launch Set from Estes. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older with Adult Supervision for Those Under 12. Skill Level E2X Rocket Kit.
FEATURES:
Flies up to 1150 feet (351m)
Launch pad and controller included
Plastic fins
12" parachute recovery
Self-stick decals
One year warranty
Detailed illustrated assembly and launching instructions
INCLUDES:
One model rocket launch set
REQUIRES:
Minor assembly
Starters
Recovery wadding
Engines: A8-3 - first flight, or A8-5, or B4-4, or B6-4, or B6-6, or C6-5, or C6-7
Batteries
SPECS:
Skill level: E2X
Length: 12.1" (30.7cm)
Diameter: .98" (25mm)
Weight: 1.2oz (34g)
Recovery System: 12" parachute
Projected Altitude: 1150 ft (351m)
Our Price: $49.99
Silver Arrow Launch Set E2X Easy-to-Assemble
Description:
(ENGINES NOT INCLUDED)
This is the Silver Arrow Flying Model Rocket Launch Set from Estes®.
Suitable for Ages 10 & Older with Adult Supervision for Those Under 12.
Skill Level E2X Rocket Set.
FEATURES: Flights up to 1125 feet
High altitude rocket
Plastic fins
12" parachute recovery
Made in the USA
Self-stick decals
One year warranty
Detailed illustrated assembly and launching instructions
INCLUDES: One Silver Arrow model rocket
Complete launch pad
Push-button launch controller
12" parachute
Instruction, safety code and warranty information
REQUIRES: Assembly
White or yellow glue
Finishing supplies
Starters (ESTT2302)
Recovery wadding (ESTT2274)
Engines: A8-3 (ESTT1598) - first flight
or B4-4 (ESTT1602)
or B6-4 (ESTT1606)
or B6-6 (ESTT1607)
or C6-5 (ESTT1614)
or C6-7 (ESTT1615)
Batteries
SPECS: Skill level: E2X
Length: 15" (38cm)
Diameter: .98" (25mm)
Weight: 1.3oz (36.9g)
Recovery System: 12" parachute
Projected Altitude: 1125ft (343m)
Our Price: $27.89
Tandem-X Launch Set E2X Easy-to-Assemble/Skill L1
Description:
(ENGINES NOT INCLUDED)
Two is better than one! This exceptional rocket set features a pair of extreme, high performance rockets and a launch system.
The beginner level Amazon is as imposing as the name sounds. This giant stands almost 30 inches tall and is quick and easy to build! A black body tube, precolored plastic nose cone and fins and a tiger striped self-stick decals make building this rocket easy to do in about an hour. When flown on our standard engines, this huge rocket can reach heights over 650 feet.
The Crossfire ISX is an intermediate level kit that can easily be built in about a day. This rocket features a totally streamlined shape with aerodynamic fins and nose cone. It stands 15.6 inches tall. When launched with powerful Estes standard engines, this bullet can reach cloud busting heights up 1,150 feet. A preassembled 12 inch parachute returns the Crossfire back to earth to launch again and again.
LAUNCH SYSTEM includes Electron Beam Launch Controller (requires 4 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries) and Porta-Pad II Launch Pad.
REQUIRES:
Assembly
Starters
Recovery wadding
Engines:
Crossfire ISX:
A8-3 - first flight
or B4-2
or B4-4
or B6-2
or B6-4
or C6-3
or C6-5
Amazon:
B4-2 - first flight
or B4-4
or B6-2
or B6-4
or C6-3
or C6-5
Batteries - for launch controller
SPECS:
Crossfire ISX
Length: 15.6" (39.6cm)
Diameter: 0.98" (25mm)
Weight: 1.4oz (39g)
Recovery System: 12" Parachute
Projected Altitude: 1150ft (351m)
Amazon:
Length: 29.4" (74.7cm)
Diameter: 1.35" (34mm)
Weight: 3.4oz (96g)
Recovery System: 18" Parachute
Projected Altitude: 600ft (183m)
Our Price: $56.99
Rascal/HiJinks Launch Set RTF Ready-to-Fly
Description:
(ENGINES NOT INCLUDED)
This is the Rascal & HiJinks Model Rocket Launch Set from Estes®.
Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Adult Supervision for Children Under 12.
Skill Level RTF - Ready to Fly Rocket Set.
FEATURES: Flies up to 1200 feet high
Fully assembled
2 high altitude rocket kits
12" parachute recovery
One year warranty
Detailed illustrated assembly and launching instructions
INCLUDES: One Rascal rockets
One HiJinks rockets
Launch pad
Launch controller
Two assembled parachutes
Safety cap with streamer
REQUIRES: Starters (ESTT2302)
Recovery wadding (ESTT2274)
Engines: A8-3 (ESTT1598)
or B4-4 (ESTT1602)
or B6-4 (ESTT1606)
or C6-5 (ESTT1614)
or C6-7 (ESTT1615)
Batteries - for launch controller
SPECS: Skill level: RTF - Ready to Fly
Length: 14" (35.6cm)
Diameter: .98" (25mm)
Weight: 1.52oz (43g)
Recovery System: 12" parachute
Projected Altitude: 1200ft (366m)
Our Price: $35.99
ESTES Rocket Science Starter Set
Description:
ESTES all in one rocket kit for the first time rocketeer. Estimated maximum altitude is over 1000 feet!
The kit includes:
1 - Rocket Science Altitude Rocket
1 - Porta Pad II Launch Pad and 1/8 inch Launch Rod
1 - Electron Beam Launch Controller
1 - Recovery Parachute
3 - Rocket Engines, one each A8-3, B6-4, C6-5
4 - Engine Starters
8 - Starter Retaineer Plugs
12 - Sheets of Recovery Wading ( use 3 - 4 per Launch)
1 - Altitude Tracker
Great project for STEM education.
Our Price: $44.99