Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit 220 Swift EST 0810
This fun and easy to build "itty-bitty" rocket really scoots through the sky!
The 220 Swift is sleek and launches on mini engines then tumbles back to earth
The Estes 220 Swift is a super high performance, mini engine powered rocket with attitude that really knows how to rip through the sky. Great things come in small packages has never been more true than with this little devil. This mini rocket is as sleek as they come and can reach amazing launch heights when used with our economical mini engines.
The Swift measures in at an ultra tiny 4.5 inches in length but can reach amazing heights of 850 feet! It’s easy to build and finish, having just 10 parts including wood fins for precision performance, a plastic nose cone for durability and cool black and white, easy to apply self-stick decals. No worries about packing the parachute because this high performance mini rocket safely tumbles back to earth after every launch.
Talk about dynamite performance, the Swift is a blast to fly!
Assembly Required Skill Level 2 Intermediate
Length: 4.5 in. (11.4 cm)
Diameter: 0.54 in. (14 mm)
Estimated Weight: 0.09 oz. (2.5 g)
Laser cut Wood Fins
Self-stick Decals
Tumble Recovery
1/8" Launch Lug
Recommended Engines: 1/4A3-3T (First Flight), 1/2A3-2T, 1/2A3-4T, A3-4T, A10-3T
Projected Maximum Altitude: 850 ft. (259 m)
Model Rocket Kits are rated by Skill Level
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
