LOC Precision Flying Model Rocket Kit 4.0" Patriot LOC YPAT438
LOC 4" Patriot - At 54″ tall, all the laser cut components are included in the box to build it strong and legit! This is one of the LOC-CUSTOM SERIES of kits. Featuring factory pre-slotted airframe, through-the-wall fin construction and high power motor capabilities. Choose from 38mm. The Patriot is a fantastic jump into high power and includes a 4" RNWS (Removable Nose Weight System) to help you keep this kit balanced and stable! Build it traditionally or assemble the fin can outside the airframe, knife the areas between the slots and slide it up! Your choice! Lock in rings/fins, rail guides and recovery are standard.
Stand alone 38mmt uses 1/8" fins, 36" parachute, standard rings, rail guides and includes Vinyl Decals! Well balanced up to 38mm 3 grain motors.
All LOC-CUSTOM kits include heavy duty airframe and motor mount tubes, high-grade precision-cut plywood fins, centering rings, rip-stop nylon parachute or streamer, nylon shock cord and mount, rail guides, polypropylene nose cones.
38MMT: 38mmt with 1/4″ rings and 1/8″ fins, 36″ Parachute, Vinyl Decal sheet, rail guides and retention. RNWS NOT INCLUDED.
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
