Estes Explorer Aquarius Rocket Kit

Whether you are a faithful follower of the goings on at NASA, such as tracking the progress of the InSight Mars Lander €” or a diehard Roddenberry fan, boldly going wherever you go, you're sure to love this rocket. The Explorer Aquarius is a master level kit that features a custom jig for perfect alignment assembly. Launched with an Estes D12-5 engine (not included), the Explorer Aquarius can fly higher than 700 feet! You'll want to proudly display this show piece when it's not on the launch pad, so we've included a removable plastic display engine nozzle for the complete effect. Challenge your modeling dexterity with this uniquely designed craft.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter's glue, plastic cement, hobby knife, masking tape, primer (white), paint (flat black, gloss white, silver) and clear coat (optional). (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)

WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad with a 3/16 inch launch rod 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).

Explorer Aquarius Additional Information:

• Recommended Engines: D12-3, D12-5, E12-4, E12-6
• Projected Max Altitude: 750 ft. (229 m)
• Recovery System: 18 in. (45.7 cm) Parachute
• Length: 21.8 in. (55.4 cm)
• Diameter: 2.75 in. (70 mm)
• Estimated Weight: 4.2 oz. (119.1 g)
• Estimated Assembly Time: 8 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included)
• Fin Materials: Laser cut wood
• Decal Type: Waterslide
• Launch System: Porta-Pad II or Porta-Pad E and E Launch Controller
• Launch Rod Size: 3/16" Maxi Rod (sold separately)
• 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.