Rocketarium Flying Model Rocket Kit Black Brant VA, B Scale Canadian Sounding Rocket ROC-RK-1041
Skill Level: 1
Uses D, E, F Estes and Aerotech Motors
20 Laser Cut Parts
Plastic nose cone
Vinyl and water-slide decals for both VA and VB version included
Ejection Baffle (no wadding required)
18" Plastic Pre-Assembled Parachute
Over 31" Tall
Requires 3/16" Launch Rod
Intermediate Assembly Skills Required
Recommended Engines:
D12-5, E12-6
E20-7, E30-7, F44-8
E18-7, E28-7, F24-7
Specifications
Length: 31.91" (81 cm)
Diameter: 1.72" (43.7 mm)
Weight: 4.62 oz. (131 g)
Motor Mount: 24 mm.
Recovery System: 18" Plastic Parachute, Ejection Baffle
Projected Max Altitude: 1740 ft. (530 m)
Description
Standing over 2 1/2 feet tall, the Rocketarium Black Brant V is a large flying model rocket capable of altitudes in excess of 1700 feet on an F motor before returning back to Earth so it can be flown over and over again. Unlike most model rockets, the Black Brant V contains an ejection baffle system which means that no recovery wadding is required for flight. Waterslide decals for both VA and VB version included.
Challenges
Fins and supports need to be tapered
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
