Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Comanche-3 EST 7245
Three stage! Three engines! Outstanding altitude!
Dual streamer recovery brings this awesome rocket back to earth with tumble recovery for the boosters. Straight forward assembly and a day or so of your time and you’re ready for lift-off! Three Estes standard model rocket engines will have you searching the skies for this one!
Skill Level 4 Expert
Recovery System 36 in. (91.4 cm) Dual Streamer; Tumble
Length 41"(104.1cm)
Diameter 0.98"(25mm)
Estimated Weight 2.5oz(70.9g)
Estimated Assembly Time 4 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included)
Laser cut wood Fins
Waterslide Decals
1/8" Launch Lugs
Recommended Engines:
Rocket Only : A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, C6-5
Two Stages:
Rocket : B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
Booster : B6-0, C6-0
Three Stages:
Rocket : B6-6, C6-7
Booster : C11-0, D12-0
Booster : B6-0, C6-0
Projected Max Altitude
2250 ft. (686 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
