Estes Vapor
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- Ages: 10+ (with adult supervision for those under 12)
- Skill Level: Advanced
- Number of Rockets: 1
About:
The Vapor disappears into the sky on D and E engines, like a puff of smoke. It’s not for the faint of heart. This Estes rocket is for the advanced builders and adrenaline junkies. After carefully crafting this sleek model rocket, take the Vapor to the flying field to feel those massive motors rumble through your chest as it soars up to 900 ft.
- Estimated Assembly Time: 2-3 hours
- Length: 45 3/16″
- Diameter: 1 5/8″
- 2 different looks
WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD:
Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenters glue, epoxy, plastic cement, hobby knife, masking tape, clear tape, sand block, primer (white), paint (black) (purple or yellow). (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)
WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately):
Porta-Pad E Launch Pad and E Launch Controller, Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding. Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included).
Product Specifications
Recommended Engines |
D12-5, E12-6 |
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Projected Max Altitude |
900 ft. (274 m) |
Recovery System |
18 in. (45.7 cm) Parachute |
Length |
45.2 in. (114.8 cm) |
Diameter |
1.64 in. (42 mm) |
Estimated Weight |
3.5 oz. (99.2 g) |
Estimated Assembly Time |
2-3 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included) |
Fin Materials |
Laser cut wood |
Decal Type |
Waterslide |
Launch System |
Porta-Pad E and E Launch Controller |
Launch Rod Size |
3/16" |
Age Recommendation |
Estes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girls ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all ages. |