Estes / Mean Machine

The Mean Machine stands over a staggering 6 foot (2 m) tall, which can be a handful to transport to the launch site. The clever rocket designers at Estes recognized this problem and developed a unique, twist lock connector set that allows you to take your rocket apart in the middle for easy transport to and from the launch field.

This legendary rocket is a Skill Level 2 kit which can be assembled and painted in just about a day. The complete kit includes four matching body tubes, a molded plastic twist lock connector set, laser cut balsa fins, sleek molded plastic nose cone and a distinctive waterslide decal. The high performance rocket can be flown on our powerful E or D engines with the included engine spacer. When flown on our powerful E engine, the rocket can reach launch heights well over 900 feet (274 m) and is easily recovered by a colorful 24 inch (61 cm) preassembled parachute.

This rocket kit is another of the favorite classics that no model rocket enthusiast should be without! With the twist connector system, transporting this high performance giant is super easy. As the name implies, the Mean Machine is a huge rocket with attitude and performance to match! Get yours today and fly it tomorrow!

Requires more skill in building and painting. Building tools, finishing supplies, Estes engines and launch supplies also required - sold separately. E engine launches require an Estes Porta-Pad E Launch Pad, E Launch Controller and a 3/16 inch (5 mm) Maxi Launch Rod - sold separately. Recommended for ages 18 and up with adult supervision for those under 18.

Features:

• Laser Cut Balsa Fins
• Water Slide Decals
• Parachute Recovery
• Over 6 Feet Tall
• Max Altitude: 900 ft. (274 m)
• Porta-Pad E, E Controller required

Specifications:
Length: 79 in. (200.6 cm)
Diameter: 1.64 in. (41.7 mm)
Weight: 5.8 oz. (164 g)

 

Needed to Complete:

• Launching:
• Model Rocket Motor: D12-3, D12-5, E9-4, E9-6
• Ignitors
• Recovery Wadding
• Launch Pad
• 3/16" Maxi Rod
• Launch Controller
• Assembly:
• Wood Glue
• Scissors
• Pencil
  
• Ruler
• Sandpaper
• Sanding Sealer
• Paint
  
• Hobby Knife