Estes Flying Model Rocket Starter Set Mini Mod EST 0643
Boost your scale model rocket lineup with the Estes D-Region Tomahawk—a 1/5 scale replica of NASA’s iconic 1968 sounding rocket. Standing nearly 39 inches tall, this intermediate-level kit is a proven customer favorite for hobby shops, STEM programs, and advanced modelers looking for an authentic building and flight experience.
The D-Region Tomahawk combines high-impact shelf presence with strong flight performance, reaching up to 750 feet on E engines and recovering under a 24-inch nylon parachute. Its large body tubes, molded fin assemblies, and detailed water-slide decals make it an appealing choice for builders ready to move up from beginner kits.
This kit is a great upsell for experienced hobbyists and a standout for scale enthusiasts, offering repeatable sales during seasonal building and launch cycles. With authentic NASA heritage and intermediate skill appeal, the D-Region Tomahawk is a stock-ready winner that attracts hobbyists seeking larger, more rewarding builds.
Skill Level 2 Intermediate
Length: 38.8"(98.5cm)
Diameter: 1.8"(46mm)
Weight: 8.8oz(249g)
Molded Plastic Fins
Water-slide Decals
24" Parachute Recovery
Recommended Engines : D12-3, E12-4 -750'(229m)
Quest Q-Jet: D22-4W, E26-7W, E35-8W, F41-8W
Aerotech: E20-7W, E30-7T, F30-8FJ, F32-8T, F44-8W
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
