Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Crossfire ISX Single Bulk Pack Kit, with no fancy packaging EST 1711Bk
A great beginner kit that is hot in looks. Sold in the 1469 Tandem-X Launch Set, you can now purchase one of our most requested rockets by itself.
Powered by standard engines, this awesome rocket can go upwards of 1100 feet. Now that is high!
Skill Level 2 Intermediate
Length: 15.6 in. (39.6 cm)
Diameter: 0.98 in. (25 mm)
Estimated Weight: 1.3 oz. (37 g)
Laser cut Wood Fins
Self-stick Decals
12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute Recovery
1/8" Launch Lug
Estimated Assembly Time 2 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included) Download Instructions
Recommended Engines: A8-3 (First Flight), B4-4, B6-4, C6-5, C6-7
Projected Maximum Altitude: 1150 ft. (350 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
A safe place to fly using guidelines from the National Association of Rocketry Safety Code
