Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Yankee 1381
The Estes Yankee is an exciting rocket kit that knows how to rip up the skies! When flown with powerful Estes model rocket engines, this ultra trim missile screams to amazing heights over 1,800 feet! After a cloud-topping flight, the Yankee returns safely with a neon orange streamer. Within minutes after landing, it’s ready for another high altitude launch!
The Yankee stands 11 inches tall and features a one piece body tube, laser cut wood fins, conical shaped nose cone and colorful red and white, All-American looking self-stick decals. Just follow the suggested paint scheme and your Yankee will really stand out on the launch pad or on your shelf.
Be patriotic, get a Yankee and add it to your collection today!
Skill Level 2 Intermediate
Length: 11 in. (27.9 cm)
Diameter: 0.74 in. (19 mm)
Estimated Weight: 0.4 oz. (12 g)
Laser Cut Wood Fins
Self-stick Decals
Streamer Recovery
1/8" Launch Lug
Estimated Assembly Time 1 Hour (painting and glue drying time not included)
Recommended Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-3 (First Flight), A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
Projected Max Altitude: 1700 ft. (518 m)
Be patriotic, get a Yankee and add it to your collection today!
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
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Classic Estes Kit, easy to build and a great flying rocket
Hard to pass up for the price! Great starting kit for those new to the hobby.
