Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Chiller 2495
A shiny chrome nose cone makes this one easy rocket to track on a sunny day! Assembly is so simple, slip the fin into the fin slots, attach the recovery system and that's it!
An Aqua chrome nose cone - WOW how cool is that! Add a fin to match, the Chiller will be one of the most talked about rockets in your collection! Reaching altitudes of 600 feet!
Features screw on motor retainer
Plastic fins and Nose Cone
Self Stick Decals
1/8" Launch Lug
Skill Level 1 Beginner
Length: 19.4 in (49.3 cm)
Diameter: 1.33 in (34 mm)
Estimated Weight: 2.7 oz (76.5 g)
Estimated Assembly Time 1 Hour (painting and glue drying time not included) Download Instructions
Projected Max Altitude: 600 ft (183 m). With booster: 1400 ft (427 m)
Recommended Engines: B6-2, B6-4 (First Flight), C6-3, C6-5
Model Rocket Kits are rated by Skill Level
RTF Ready to Fly
ARF Almost Ready to Fly
E2X Easy to Assemble
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
A safe place to fly using guidelines from the National Association of Rocketry Safety Code