Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit AVG Bulk Pack EST 1753
Three popular kits in one bulk pack
4 each of the Alpha, Viking and Generic rockets
The Alpha Viking Generic(AVG) Bulk Pack combines rockets from three of our popular bulk packs providing teachers and group leaders a variety of skill levels and rockets for the classroom and club setting in a single pack
The AVG includes:
4 each of our classic Intermediate level Alpha for flying on a variety of engines.
4 each of the versatile Intermediate level Viking with 48 fin combinations for those wishing to experiment.
4 each of the Beginner level Generic E2X for those with less modeling skills or the desire to be creative.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Alpha: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter’s glue, hobby knife, masking tape, primer (white) and paint (red, white). (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)
WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Viking: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter’s glue, plastic cement, hobby knife, masking tape, clear tape, primer (white) and paint (green, yellow). (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)
WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Generic E2X: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter’s glue, hobby knife and masking tape. (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)
WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Launch Pad and Launch Controller, model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding
Skill Level 1 Beginner and 2 Intermediate
Recommended Engines
Alpha : 1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
w/Engine Adapter (sold separately)- A10-3T
Viking : 1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
w/Engine Adapter (sold separately)- A10-3T
Generic E2X : 1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
Projected Max Altitude
Alpha : 1000 ft. (305 m)
Viking : 1600 ft. (488 m)
Generic E2X : 1325 ft. (404 m)
Recovery System
Alpha : 12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute
Viking : 18 in. (45.7 cm) Streamer
Generic E2X : 12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute
Length
Alpha : 12.3 in. (31.2 cm)
Viking : 12.1 in. (30.7 cm)
Generic E2X : 13.5 in. (34.3 cm)
Diameter
Alpha : 0.98 in. (25 mm)
Viking : 0.74 in. (19 mm)
Generic E2X : 0.98 in. (25 mm)
Estimated Weight
Alpha : 0.8 oz. (22.7 g)
Viking : 0.6 oz. (17 g)
Generic E2X : 1.3 oz. (36.9 g)
Estimated Assembly Time
Alpha : 1 Hour (painting and glue drying time not included)
Viking : 1 Hour (painting and glue drying time not included)
Generic E2X : 1 Hour (painting and glue drying time not included)
Fin Materials
Alpha : Laser cut wood
Viking : Cardstock
Generic E2X : Plastic
Decal Type
Alpha : Self-stick
Viking : Self-stick
Generic E2X : Self-stick
Launch Rod Size
Alpha : 1/8"
Viking : 1/8"
Generic E2X : 1/8"
Age Recommendation
Estes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girls ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all ages
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
