Product Description
Product Number: 7314UPC: 47776073142
Manufacturer: Estes Rockets
Category: Model Rockets
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Description:
Super Orbital Transport Skill EXP
The return of a classic! The original Estes Orbital Transportwas a “must have” kit for a generation ofrocketeers. Now, the new Estes Super Orbital Transport is here andready to inspire a new generation! Based on early NASA designs for whatwould ultimately become the Space Shuttle, this Estes model envisionsan era of routine commercial space travel. The powerful booster rocketis patterned after the supersonic airliners of the period and wascreated to carry the attached passenger spacecraft into orbit. Theseimagined vehicles would land separately as aircraft, ready for reuseand relaunch with minimal turnaround.
The new Estes Super Orbital transport is the bigger andupdated version of the original kit. Re-engineered with laser-cut woodstructural components, custom jigs to aid in accurate and speedyconstruction, a set of high-quality plastic nose cones, and two sheetsof detailed, three-color decals to replicate the 1969 kit. This newmodel recreates the strikingly realistic look and feel of the original,only bigger!
Dazzling dual recoveries are the hallmark of the Estes SuperOrbital Transport. Launches under the powerful thrust of therecommended Estes C or D engines are equally impressive! This modellifts off upright in the traditional rocket launch configuration. Atthe peak of flight, the piggy-back glider detaches and begins itswinged decent while the booster section returns under its own 18 in.parachute.
The Super Orbital Transport is the Estes revival youdon’t want to miss! Be part of the new tradition –build and fly this remarkable model today!
WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, yellow glue,plastic cement, hobby knife, masking tape, sandpaper
WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Porta Pad II LaunchPad and Controller, 3/16″ Maxi Launch Rod, Estes Model RocketEngines, Recovery Wadding
RecommendedEnginesC11-3, D12-5
ProjectedMax Altitude800 ft. (244 m)
RecoverySystem18 in. (45.7 cm) Parachute and Glider
Length31.3 in. (79.5 cm)
Diameter1.33 in. (34 mm)
EstimatedWeight5.4 oz. (153 g)
FinMaterialLaser Cut Wood
LaunchSystemPorta-Pad II Launch Pad and Controller
LaunchRod Size3/16\ Maxi Launch Rod
AgeRecommendationEstes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girlsages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers ofall ages.
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