Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Ripley EST 0653
the Estes Ripley: Your Next Rocketry Adventure
The Estes Ripley is the latest innovation in the world of model rocketry, designed for intermediate rocketeers who are eager to elevate their skills! As a mini rocket kit with a powerful punch, the Ripley is engineered to impress, offering a thrilling experience with every launch! Capable of reaching heights of up to 600 feet, this rocket ensures an exhilarating journey from liftoff to landing!
Unleash Your Imagination with an Alien-Like Design
What truly sets the Estes Ripley apart from other rockets is its striking alien-like design. This unique aesthetic captures the imagination, making it a standout piece in any rocketry collection! Whether you’re launching at a club event or in your backyard, the Ripley’s otherworldly design is sure to turn heads and spark conversations!
Streamer Recovery System: Safe Landings Every Time
Safety is a top priority in the design of the Estes Ripley. The Ripley uses a streamer that slows its descent in a controlled manner, ensuring a safe and straightforward retrieval without sacrificing excitement! The streamer gently lowers the rocket back to the ground, making it easy to find and reducing the risk of damage. Whether you're launching in a wide-open field or a smaller area, the streamer recovery system ensures that your Ripley is ready to fly over and over again!
Perfect for Intermediate Rocketeers
The Estes Ripley is designed with the intermediate rocketeer in mind, offering a perfect blend of challenge and reward. It’s an ideal choice for those who have some rocketry experience and are looking to push their boundaries! The assembly process is engaging, providing a satisfying project that results in a high-performing rocket. Once built, the Ripley offers countless opportunities for thrilling launches, making it a versatile addition to any rocketeer’s arsenal!
Ready for Liftoff?
If you're ready to take your rocketry adventures to new heights, the Estes Ripley is your ticket to an out-of-this-world experience. With its striking design, impressive altitude capabilities, and reliable recovery system, this mini rocket kit is a must-have for any enthusiast looking to expand their horizons! The skies are waiting—are you ready to launch?
Assembly Required Skill Level 2 Intermediate
Length: 13.3"(533.8cm)
Diameter: 0.74"(1.9cm)
Estimated Weight: 0.925oz(26.2g)
Laser cut Balsa Wood Fins
Water slide Decals
Streamer Recovery
1/8" Launch Lug
Estimated Assembly Time 8 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included) Download Instructions
Recommended Engines: A10-3T, 1/2 A3-2T, A3-4T, A3-6T
Projected Max Altitude: 611'(183m)
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
