Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Puma 7256 Out of Production
Mini-engine powered and designed to hang with the 7232 Scorpion and 7233 Lynx, the Puma is a must have to add to your collection! We will challenge your building skills just a bit but when you are finished, the PUMA is a rocket you will be proud of! Quick off the pad so keep your eyes open.
Skill Level 3 Advanced
Length: 12.3 in. (31.2 cm)
Diameter: 0.74 in. (19 mm)
Estimated Weight: 0.8 oz (22.7 g)
Laser Cut Wood Fins
Waterslide Decals
9 in. (22.9 cm) Parachute Recovery
1/8" Launch Lug
Estimated Assembly Time 4 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included) Download Instructions
Recommended Engines: A3-4T (First Flight), A10-3T
Projected Max Altitude - 400 ft. (122 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
