Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Quinstar 7241
An 8 inch diameter spinning rocket! Futuristic and sci-fi! Low altitude flights for assured recovery!
When a "unique recovery" rocket like this hits the market, the crowd goes wild! And this is a crowd pleaser for sure! Quin, as in five, precision laser cut wood pieces build into one very unique and fun flying rocket! It spins going up and it spins coming down! Even more fun is no nose cone so truly looks like a "UFO".
Skill Level 3 Advanced
Length: 3 in. (7.6 cm)
Diameter: 8 in. (20.3 cm)
Estimated Weight: 0.8 oz. (22.7 g)
Laser cut Wood Fins
Waterslide Decal
Helicopter (spin) Recovery
1/8" Launch Lug
Estimated Assembly Time 3 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included)
Recommended Engines: B6-0 (First Flight), C6-0)
Projected Max Altitude: 150 ft. (46 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
