? Alpha III rocket kit - Easy to Assemble ? What more could you ask for than a high performance, high flying, classic rocket! ? The Alpha III is just over 12 inches tall and is quick and easy to build! ? A black body tube, precolored plastic nose cone and fins self-stick decals. ? Can be assembled in about an hour ? Using standard Estes engines, the Alpha III can reach heights over 1150 feet! ? The Alpha III launch set Includes a technically advanced Estes launch system featuring an Electron Beam Launch Controller (requires four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries) and Porta-Pad II Launch Pad. ? Estes model rocketry is recommended for ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12. Unless otherwise specified, all models require assembly. Tools, construction and finishing supplies sold separately. Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding are required - sold separately-unless otherwise specified Contains 1 model rocket kit and complete launch system
Estes Alpha III Rocket Launch Set
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$35.99 $33.11
Product Review Score
4.14 out of 5 stars
45 reviewsProduct Summary
Join the hundreds of thousands of people who got their start in model rockets with this classic! The Estes Alpha III was the very first rocket in the E2X series (Easy to Assemble), and was designed with beginners in mind.
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- There’s no thrill quite like launching a model rocket, watching it streak skyward, reach peak altitude, and then return gently to earth. When you build them, the thrill is even better than ever. Thanks to Estes model rocketry, kids can explore the wondrous world of science while experimenting with different combinations of rockets, engines and accessories to better understand how rockets reach outer space.
- SKILL LEVEL: The Alpha III is an easy-to-assemble, Beginner level rocket with pre-colored parts.
- RECOMMENDED ENGINES: 1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
- PROJECTED ALTITUDE: 1150 ft. (351 m) on a C6-7
- ESTIMATED ASSEMBLY TIME: 1 Hour (painting and glue drying time not included)
- Easy to assemble
- Almost ready to fly
- An Estes classic
- Launch system included (Launchpad colors may vary)
- Flies over 1100'
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