Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Laser X2 EST 7320
Blast back to the golden age of model rocketry with the Laser X2™—a modern reimagining of the iconic 1960s Laser X by legendary designer Lee Piester. This advanced kit blends retro sci-fi style with modern engineering to deliver a rocket that looks as good as it flies.
With its intricate fin tip details, distinctive boat tail, and redesigned decals, the Laser X2™ soars up to 450 feet on recommended C5-3 or C6-3 engines before deploying a 15-inch parachute for a smooth recovery. More than a rocket, it’s a hands-on tribute to exploration and innovation.
- SKILL LEVEL: Advanced
- RECOMMENDED ENGINES: C5-3, C6-3
- PROJECTED ALTITUDE: 450 ft. (137 m)
The Laser X2™ takes you back to the dawn of modern model rocketry, when pioneers like Lee Piester were pushing the boundaries of imagination and design. Inspired by the 1960s original, this modern release blends classic sci-fi aesthetics with advanced engineering, giving model rocketeers the chance to build a true piece of history. Every detail, from its elegant silhouette to its intricate fin tips, evokes the excitement of a future once imagined.
Vintage Style Meets Modern Performance
Don’t let its retro looks fool you—the Laser X2™ is built for performance. Its sleek boat tail design and precision laser-cut balsa fins deliver aerodynamic stability, while redesigned decals and paint accents showcase its futuristic styling. Launch it on a recommended C5-3 or C6-3 engine, and watch as it soars up to 450 feet before deploying a 15-inch parachute for a smooth recovery.
A Build for the Dedicated Modeler
Designed as part of our exclusive Designer Signature Series, the Laser X2™ is a Skill Level Advanced kit—ideal for hobbyists who enjoy the rewarding challenge of a detailed build. Laser-cut balsa wood fins, blow-molded nose cone, and precision-engineered parts ensure both authenticity and durability. This isn’t just a model rocket—it’s a hands-on journey through craftsmanship, patience, and the thrill of achievement.
What You’ll Need
To bring your Laser X2™ to life, you’ll need basic hobby supplies like a hobby knife, fine sandpaper, sanding block, scissors, plastic and yellow glue, masking tape, primer, paint, and optional clear coat. Pair it with a Porta-Pad® II Launch Pad, Electron Beam® Launch Controller, recovery wadding, and recommended Estes® engines to complete your launch checklist. Once assembled, you’ll be ready to step into the shoes of early rocketry visionaries and experience liftoff like never before.
Curious about how this rocket came to life? Read the full story behind the design of the Laser X2™ on our blog.
3 Advanced
Length - 29.2"(74.2cm)
Diameter - 1.64"(42mm)
Estimated Weight - 3.3oz (93.5g)
Laser Cut Balsa Fins
Water Slide Decals
15"(38.1cm) Parachute Recovery
1/8" Launch Lugs
Download InstructionsRecommended Engines:
Estes: C5-3, C6-3(450'(137m)
Quest Q-Jet: C12-4FJ, C18-4W, D16-6FJ, D20-6W
Model Rocket Kits are rated by Skill Level
RTF - Ready to Fly
E2X - Easy to Assemble
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
