Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Boxed Super Salimander EST 0658
The Estes Super Salamander brings four-engine cluster power to the launch field in a rocket built to make an entrance. Standing 36.9 inches tall with a 2.6 inch diameter body, this advanced model rocket combines impressive size, a challenging hands-on build, and the unmistakable excitement of igniting four 18 mm engines for a single launch.
When all four engines come to life, the Super Salamander roars skyward on a dramatic flight reaching up to 920 feet. Laser cut balsa wood fins, an 18 inch parachute recovery system, and its commanding profile make this a rewarding choice for experienced rocketeers looking to take on a bigger build and experience the thrill of clustered engine performance.
Four Engines. One Unforgettable Liftoff.
There is something different about a cluster launch. The moment four 18 mm engines ignite together, the Super Salamander turns an ordinary countdown into an event. Built for rocketeers ready to move beyond single-engine flights, this advanced Estes model rocket delivers the sound, smoke, and launch field presence that make clustered engine rockets so exciting to fly.
Big Rocket Presence from Pad to Peak
At 36.9 inches tall with a substantial 2.6 inch diameter body, the Super Salamander looks impressive before the countdown even begins. Once launched, its four-engine cluster can send it climbing to altitudes of up to 920 feet, creating a powerful flight that is easy to follow from the ground and hard to ignore on the range. It is the kind of rocket that naturally becomes the centerpiece of a launch day.
A Rewarding Challenge for Advanced Builders
The Super Salamander is made for modelers who enjoy the build as much as the flight. Laser cut balsa wood fins provide the foundation for a precise, hands-on construction experience, while the four-engine cluster configuration introduces another level of preparation and attention to detail. The result is a substantial 7 ounce rocket that rewards careful craftsmanship with an entirely different kind of launch experience.
Choose Your Four-Engine Cluster
The Super Salamander is built around the unmistakable excitement of clustered engine flight. Its four 18 mm engine mounts give you a wide range of recommended configurations, from matched sets using four identical engines to mixed clusters that combine two pairs of different engines.
Built for Launches You Will Want to Repeat
After reaching peak altitude, the Super Salamander returns beneath an 18 inch parachute for recovery and another opportunity to prepare for flight. Compatible with Estes A8-3, B6-4, C5-3, and C6-5 engines, it gives experienced rocketeers multiple flight options as they explore the performance of a four-engine cluster.
Launch the Super Salamander from a Porta-Pad E Launch Pad and get ready for a countdown that feels bigger from the moment you press the button. For anyone looking to add size, complexity, and true multi-engine excitement to their rocket collection, the Super Salamander is a challenge worth taking on.
Skill Level 3 Advanced
Length: 36.9"(93.7cm)
Diameter: 2.6"(66mm)
Weight: 7.0oz(198.4g)
Laser Cut Balsa Fins
Water-slide Decals
18" Nylon Parachute Recovery
Recommended Engines : A8-3, B6-4, C5-3, C6-5(920")
4x A8-3
4x B6-4
4x C5-3
4x C6-5
2xC6-5, 2x B6-4
2x B6-4, 2x A8-3
1/4" Launch Lugs
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
