LOC Precision Flying Model Rocket Kit 2.63" Graduator LOC PK-16
First in the EXPLORER SERIES of kits, which include factory pre-slotted airframe and through-the-wall fin construction, the GRADUATOR is a single 29mm motor, high performance design. This kit can fly on a D12-3 motor in the back yard or graduate you to Level 1 high power on an H motor with the club. Now with included Fire Blanket and payload for optional dual deployment capability!
ALL LOC Precision kits include laser cut fins, rings, and slotted airframes.
The PK-16 Graduator features: 20″ Booster Section, 10″ Payload, 21″ Ripstop Nylon Parachute, 29mm Motor Tube, Fire Resistant Blanket, Kevlar Shock Cord mount with elastic shock cord and 1/4″ launch lug.
D to G Motor Capable
Payload Section
Kevlar Shock Cord Mount and Elastic Shock Cord
Includes Fire Resistant Blanket
1/4" Launch Lug
Screw Eye and Swivel
Vinyl Decals
Assembly Required Skill Level Pro Entry
Specifications:
Length: 40"
Diameter: 2.63"
Weight: 13oz
21" Rip Stop Nylon Parachute Recovery
Recommended Engines:
29mm D,E,F,G
MMA-1 Motor Mount Adapter required to fly with 24mm motors
Maximum apogee 4800'
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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Fantastic MPR Kit
The LOC PK16-ND kit is a perfect bridge between low powered rockets and bigger, more powerful models. The rocket builds just like bigger LOC IV but in a more manageable size.
The kit comes with all the required bits, except for a motor retention system. Another popular upgrade is to replace the elastic shock cord with a nylon or Kevlar version. Adding rail buttons in place of the stock lug is highly recommended.
In this updated kit the fins reach the MMT to be epoxied in place, and easily sandwiched between the spacer rings for an extremely sturdy fin can. Also, the kit now includes a payload bay which can be converted for use in a dual deployment configuration with additional hardware.
LOC Precision provides the RockSim file so it can be easily simulated with various 29mm motors.
In general I am extremely pleased with the Graduator.
