Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Saturn V 2157
Back by popular demand! The famous Saturn V was the first vehicle to send man to the moon. The Estes Saturn V is one of the finest 1/100 scale models kits ever produced. Scaled from official NASA drawings, the finished model is 43.25 inches tall and lifts off to about 350 feet on a E30-4 composite motor.
Skill Level 4
Length: 43.25 in. (110 cm)
Diameter: 3.94 in. (100 mm)
Estimated Weight: 11 oz. (311.8 g)
Parachute Recovery: 2 - 24 in. (61 cm) and 1 - 18 in. (46 cm)
Recommended Engine: D12-3 (first flight) E12-4, E30-4
Projected Max Altitude: 350 feet ( m)
Model Rocket Kits are rated by Skill Level
1 Beginner
2 Intermediate
3 Advanced
4 Expert
5 Master
If you are just starting in the hobby start at the beginner level and move up from there at your own pace.
What is needed to build and fly
All model rockets come in kit form that require assembly. The materials are primarily cardboard tubes, balsa or plastic fins and nose cone. Materials will vary by model and are typically specified in the description of each kit.
Additional supplies will be necessary to build and finish your model rocket kit and may include:
Scissors, Hobby Knife
Ruler
Wood Glue, Model Cement or CA(Super Glue)
Sandpaper
Masking Tape
Finishing Supplies like:
Wood Filler
Sealer/Primer
Paint
Launching Equipment and Supplies like:
Recovery wadding
Launch Pad
Launch Controller
Power supply
Model Rocket Motors and Igniters
On Sep-29-16 at 11:08:06 PDT, seller added the following information: