Estes Antar Advanced Model Rocket Kit (18mm Standard Engine) [7310]

Harry Stine (NAR#02) is known as the Father of Model Rocketry and founder of the National Association of Rocketry. One of the original pioneers that founded the hobby right alongside Vern Estes, Stine was also a talented writer. This Estes Designer Signature Series kit is a faithful reproduction crafted by Estes designers from many sketches Stine created as well as the actual original model which is from the personal collection of Estes Vice President Bill Stine (who happens to be Harrys son). Antar was not designed as a flying model rocket because in 1951 the hobby didnt exist yet! Stine was a physicist and clearly understood the science of flight, so even though Antar was a fictional vehicle, the science behind it meant it could be stable in flight.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, yellow glue, hobby knife, masking tape, wax paper, sand block, primer (white), paint rust-oleum (deep forest, silver, white) and clear coat (optional). (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)

WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller, Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding. Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included).

Recommended EnginesB6-2, B6-4, C6-5

Projected Max Altitude450 ft. (137 m)

Recovery System15 in. (38.1 cm) Parachute

Length23.2 in. (58.9 cm)

Diameter1.64 in. (42 mm)

Estimated Weight3.7 oz. (104.9 g)

Estimated Assembly Time3-4 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included)

Fin MaterialsLaser cut wood

Decal TypeWaterslide

Launch SystemPorta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller

Launch Rod Size1/8"

Age RecommendationEstes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girls ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all ages.