- Two rocket kit packets with materials and instructions required to assemble the rockets
- Pencil tip-shaped plastic nose cone, body tube, one-piece plastic tail fin unit, and self-stick decals for level E2X (Easy to Assemble) assembly skill
- Projected maximum altitude of 1,100' (335m), 12" diameter parachute for rocket recovery
- Recommended for ages 10 and older with adult supervision up to age 12
- Requires launch system, model rocket engine, starters, recovery wadding, and glue (all sold separately)
The Estes Skywriter rocket contains two rocket kit packets with materials and instructions required to assemble the rocket. It is recommended for children 10 years and older with adult supervision up to age 12. The pencil tip-shaped plastic nose cone, body tube, one-piece plastic tail fin unit, and self-stick decals allow assembly of the rocket without painting. Additional equipment and supplies are required to launch the rocket, including launch system, model rocket engine, starter, recovery wadding, and glue (all sold separately). This rocket bulk pack has two individual packets, which allows each child to experience assembling and launching (with required components) the rocket and is suitable for youth group activities such as with clubs and schools.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Skill level | Easy to Assemble (E2X), simple gluing, no painting |
| Age recommendation | 10 years and up, adult supervision under 12 |
| Recommended engines | A8-3 (First Flight), B4-4, B6-4, C6-5 |
| Projected maximum altitude | 1,100' (335m) |
| Rocket weight | 1.5 oz. (42.5 g) |
| Dimensions* | 26 x 0.98" (H x W) |
| Required components (not included) | Launch Controller, such as Estes 002220 Electron Beam Launch Pad, such as Estes 002215 Porta-Pad II Rocket Engine with Starter, such as Estes 001598 A8-3 Engine Recovery Wadding, such as Estes 002274 Wadding |
*H is height, the vertical distance from the lowest to highest point; W is width, the horizontal distance from left to right.
A model rocket kit includes reusable parts, and requires launching equipment and single-use launching supplies.