Semroc Flying Model Rocket Kit Pro Arcas™ KS-5
1/2 Scale Sounding Rocket Model
Build Light Weight to Fly on Low Power D Motors, or Build Strong to Fly on High Power Motors
Precision-Turned Balsa Nose
ABS printed Tail Cone
Laser-Cut Basswood Fins
Ejection Baffle
Water Slide Decals
15" Nylon Parachute
Skill Level 3
Body Diameter 2.25" (5.7 cm)
Length 45.5" (115.6 cm)
Fin Span 6.5" (16.5 cm)
Net Weight 8.7 oz (246.9 g)
Made in the USA
Recovery 15" Rip-Stop Nylon
Stages Single
Uses 24mm and 29mm motors
released in 2007, revised in 2020
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
