ESTES 1250 Intercepter Model Rocket Kit

Skill Level 2

Towering over 2 feet tall, the Interceptor delivers excellent flight performance on B and C engines. When launched on the recommended C engine, blast this gorgeous rocket to heights of more than 525 feet into the air. Be the hit at your launch site and get your Interceptor today!

Envisioned by Estes designers to be operational by 2050, the Estes “Interceptor” is an ultra-sophisticated rocket that could patrol our galaxy for possible aggression by hostile aliens. Highly advanced defense systems, which includes photon and laser armaments as well as ION drive for extended tours around the Milky Way only enhance the rocket! This kit returns with quality features Estes is known for like laser cut balsa parts, two full color waterslide decals and detailed plastic parts including the nose cone, wing pods and tail cone. When properly outfitted for launch, flights over 500 feet are possible with a soft landing on a colorful 18” parachute. The futuristic looking Interceptor is sure to be the envy of everyone at the launch site.

Estes model rocketry is recommended for ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12. Unless otherwise specified, all models require assembly.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Recommended Engines: B4-2, B6-2, B6-4, C6-5
• Projected Max Altitude: 525 ft. (160 m)
• Recovery System: 18 in. (45.7 cm) Parachute
• Length: 26 in. (66 cm)
• Wingspan: 7.4 in. (18.8 cm)
• Diameter: 1.33 in. (34 mm)
• Estimated Weight: 3.9 oz. (110.6 g)
• Estimated Assembly Time: 5 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included)
• Fin Materials: Laser cut wood
• Decal Type: Waterslide
• Launch System: Porta-Pad II and Electron Beam Launch Controller
• Launch Rod Size: 1/8"
• Age Recommendation: Estes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girls ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all ages.

To build this rocket you will need: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter's glue, plastic cement, hobby knife, masking tape, was paper and a sanding block.

To finish this rocket you will need: white primer, white, black and fluorescent orange paint and clear coat. Tools, construction and finishing supplies sold separately.

To launch this rocket you will need: a launch system, model rocket engines, starters, engine plugs and recovery wadding are required - sold separately-unless otherwise specified.