Estes EST000688 Star Weaver Two-Stage Model Rocket Kit

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SKU: EST000688 Barcode: 047776006881
Regular price $ 19.99

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