Estes EST000688 Star Weaver Two-Stage Model Rocket Kit
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Estes EST000688 Star Weaver Two-Stage Model Rocket Kit is an advanced-build rocket powered by 13mm mini engines, sold separately. Fly the upper stage on its own or add the booster stage for two-stage flight, with projected altitudes up to 900 feet.
Key Features
- Single-stage or two-stage flight configurations.
- Distinctive dual-fin design with laser-cut balsa fins.
- Streamer recovery.
- Advanced assembly kit requiring building and finishing.
Needed to Complete
- Assembly tools, adhesives, and finishing supplies specified in the instructions.
- Recommended 13mm mini engines, starters, plugs, and recovery wadding.
- Porta-Pad II launch pad with a 1/8-inch launch rod and compatible launch controller.
Flexible Flight Configurations
Launch the upper stage alone with a recommended 1/2A3-4T, A3-4T, or A3-6T engine. For two-stage flight, use an A10-0T booster engine beneath an upper stage powered by one of those recommended engines. Engines and launch equipment are sold separately.
Construction and Recovery
Laser-cut balsa fins and the dual-fin arrangement make this an engaging project for experienced builders. Streamer recovery provides the return system after flight. Follow the manufacturer instructions for assembly, staging, and flight preparation.
Specifications
| Manufacturer model | 000688 |
|---|---|
| Skill level | Advanced |
| Assembly | Required |
| Length | 17.25 in. |
| Diameter | 0.74 in. |
| Finished rocket weight | 1 oz. |
| Engine size | 13 mm mini |
| Single-stage and upper-stage engines | 1/2A3-4T, A3-4T, A3-6T |
| Booster engine | A10-0T |
| Projected maximum altitude | 900 ft. |
| Fin material | Laser-cut balsa wood |
| Recovery | Streamer |
| Launch rod | 1/8 in. |
| Recommended age | 10+; adult supervision for rocketeers under 12 |