Estes 1751 Alpha III Model Rocket Bulk Pack

 

Overview:

The Alpha III STEM educational kit inspires kids through hands-on, explorative learning. Kids ponder the wondrous world of science as they learn how rockets reach outer space. Designed with pre-colored parts and self-stick decals, the Alpha III be ready for liftoff in under an hour. Includes 12 rockets, each with its own set of instructions.

 

Inspire kids’ STEM interests through hands-on, exploratory learning with the Alpha III model rocket. One of the first rockets in the Beginner level series, this high flying rocket kit for kids was designed with beginners in mind.

 

Estes standard model rocket engines (sold separately), the Alpha III can soar to 1150 feet high. Once the rocket reaches its peak altitude, it will gently return to earth on its brightly colored, matching orange 12 inch parachute.

 

Whether kids are first time rocketeers or a long time flyer, the Alpha III is an exciting, motivational and high energy educational activity that can be used in a classroom setting or as an outdoor adventure.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter’s glue and hobby knife. (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam 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).

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Recommended Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7

Projected Max Altitude : 1100 ft. (335 m)

Recovery System: 12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute

Length: 12.1 in. (30.7 cm)

Diameter: 0.98 in. (25 mm)

Estimated Weight: 1.2 oz. (34 g)