Aerotech Flying Model Kit Sumo 89024
Aerotech Sumo Kit is for those who love to see a short, fat rocket with slow lift-offs, the Sumo is it! A big four inch diameter kit with impressive decals, the Sumo really stands out. Also includes 1 Aluminum Machined Motor Retainer.
Rocket Specs:
Length: 39"
Dia.: 4"
Wt.: 32oz
Parachute Recovery
Max. Altitude: 800'
Recommended Single Use Motors:
G35-4W,G38-4FJ,G40-4W,G80-4T
Recommended Reloadable Motors:
G64-4W,H128W-S,H180W-M,H97J-S,H238T-S,H165R-S,H210R-M
Model Rocket Kits are rated by Skill Level
1 Beginner
2 Intermediate
3 Advanced
4 Expert
5 Master
PRO higher power rockets
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
A safe place to fly using guidelines from the National Association of Rocketry Safety Code
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Aerotech Sumo
Very good quality kit. Not sure how well paint will stick to nose cone. Have not flown it.
