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This is a larger (3" diameter) model of an Estes classic, known for it's slow lift-offs, it's a Pro Series kit with an Advanced Skill Level.
This version will deliver the long slow lift-offs that Red Max is famous for. Imagine 3.5 seconds of smoke and fury on an Estes F15-4! And Big Red is not just fun on the flying field, it's fun to build too. Thru-the-wall fins make assembly and alignment easy while giving this rocket extra strength so you can fly it over and over. And only Red Max rockets come with their own special printed Skull & Bones 18 inch parachute.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, wax paper, epoxy, yellow glue, sanding block, hobby knife, masking tape, primer (white), paint (red, black) and clear coat (optional). Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.
WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Porta-Pad E Launch Pad and Pro Series II Launch Controller, Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding. Six C 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included).Skill Level: Pro Series II Length: 29.9" (75.9cm) Diameter: 3in. (76mm) Est. Weight: 14.5oz. (411g) Recovery: Parachute Projected Max Altitude: 1100ft. (335m) on a F15-4
This version will deliver the long slow lift-offs that Red Max is famous for. Imagine 3.5 seconds of smoke and fury on an Estes F15-4! And Big Red is not just fun on the flying field, it's fun to build too. Thru-the-wall fins make assembly and alignment easy while giving this rocket extra strength so you can fly it over and over. And only Red Max rockets come with their own special printed Skull & Bones 18 inch parachute.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, wax paper, epoxy, yellow glue, sanding block, hobby knife, masking tape, primer (white), paint (red, black) and clear coat (optional). Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.
WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Porta-Pad E Launch Pad and Pro Series II Launch Controller, Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding. Six C 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included).
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