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Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Load Star II 3227Bk
$ 12.13
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Description
Estes Load Star 3227A great rocket with great performance, the Loadstar II will take a few hours of your time but will be well worth the effort. One of our newest two-stage rockets, the Loadstar II is sure to be a crowd pleaser on and off the launch pad.
Skill Level 2
Length: 23.3 in. (59.2 cm), Diameter: 1.64 (42 mm), Estimated Weight: 2.8 oz. (79.4 g)
Laser cut Wood Fins, Clear Payload Section, 12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute Recovery
Recommended Engines:
Single Stage: B4-4 (First Flight), B6-4, C6-5
Two Stage: Booster - B6-0 (First Flight), C6-0. Upper - A8-5 (First Flight), B6-4, B6-6, C6-7 Projected Altitude: 1000 ft. (305 m)
This is a bulk pack kit, these kits are simply in plastic bags without the fancy marketing package you would see in a store. The reduced packaging also significantly reduces the cost.
Model Rocket Kits are rated by Skill Level
RTF - Ready to Fly
ARF - Almost Ready to Fly
E2X - Easy to Assemble
1 Beginner
2 Intermediate
3 Advanced
4 Expert
5 Master
If you are just starting in the hobby start at the beginner level and move up from there at your own pace.
What is needed to build and fly
All model rockets come in kit form that require assembly. The materials are primarily cardboard tubes, balsa or plastic fins and nose cone. Materials will vary by model and are typically specified in the description of each kit.
Additional supplies will be necessary to build and finish your model rocket kit and may include:
Scissors, Hobby Knife
Ruler
Wood Glue, Model Cement or CA(Super Glue)
Sandpaper
Masking Tape
Finishing Supplies like:
Wood Filler
Sealer/Primer
Paint
Launching Equipment and Supplies like:
Recovery wadding
Launch Pad
Launch Controller
Power supply
Model Rocket Motors and Igniters
A safe place to fly using guidelines from the National Association of Rocketry Safety Code