Estes Mercury Redstone Model Rocket Kit, Skill Level 3

Description: New in package Estes Mercury Redstone Model Rocket Kit, Skill Level 3 (EST1921) When Gus Grissom climbed into the cockpit of his Mercury spacecraft on the morning of July 21, 1961, he was ready for an adventure. Grissom’s Mercury mission (MR-4) was the second of the series, and like Alan Shephard before him, it was a sub-orbital lob. The Redstone rocket would take Gus and his spacecraft, dubbed Liberty Bell 7, above the atmosphere, but not quite fast enough to achieve orbit. The launch was on time and perfect, as was the short period of weightless flight, and re-entry through the atmosphere. Liberty Bell 7 deployed its main parachute as expected and landed within two miles of the Navy recovery team. Gus secured the spacecraft and waited to be rescued. However, without warning, the explosive hatch blew off and the spacecraft begin to take on water. Grissom escaped but nearly drowned in his spacesuit. Liberty Bell 7 filled with seawater and sank to the bottom of the Atlantic. It was the only NASA spacecraft ever lost at sea. The Estes Mercury Redstone is an impressive 1:34 scale model of the historic NASA spacecraft and rocket. The finished kit stands nearly 29 inches tall and features laser-cut, layered balsa fins and a molded plastic model of Grissom’s Liberty Bell 7 and it’s Launch Escape System (LES). The set of detailed water-slide decals even includes the distinctive white “crack” that Gus painted onto the side of his spacecraft to make it resemble the actual Liberty Bell. This Advanced Level (formerly Skill Level 3) kit is a “must have” for all serious model rocketeers! Put this one on the flight line and countdown to launch, and watch it reach altitudes up to 200 feet on an Estes C6- engine. Rocket and spacecraft return together under a colorful 15 inch parachute, ready to prep and launch again. As for the real Liberty Bell 7, in 1999 after resting silently beneath the Atlantic for 38 years, a recovery team located and raised the spacecraft from its 16,000-foot depth. Now restored, Gus Grissom’s once lost spacecraft is on display in a Kansas museum, a tribute to the memorable, early days of the U.S. space program Features:Skill Level 3Laser cut wood fins, waterslide decals, historical plastic parts set, 15 in. (38.1 cm) parachute recoveryRecommended Engine: C6-3 Specifications:Length - 28.6 in. (72.6 cm)Diameter - 2.05 in. (53 mm)Estimated Weight - 3.7 oz (104.9 g)Projected Max Altitude - 200 ft. (61 m) What you need to build:ScissorsPencilRulerFine SandpaperCarpenters GluePlastic CementWeightHobby KnifeMasking TapePrimer (White)Paint (Black)Clear Coat (Optional)Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included What you need to launch (sold separately): Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch ControllerEstes Model Rocket EnginesStartersRecovery Wadding Estes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girls ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all ages. Vehicle models vary. We DO NOT guarantee this will fit the vehicle specified in this listing!Verify that this item is appropriate for your vehicle. Consult your manual or vehicle manufacturer.Verify vehicle fit-ment before purchase.Returns will only be accepted on items that are returned in new, factory-sealed packaging. Used, damaged (unless damaged when it arrived to you), and opened items will not receive a full refund. Any and all warranty claims will be handled through the manufacturer directly.

Price: 29.99 USD

Location: Binghamton, New York

End Time: 2024-08-02T13:10:49.000Z

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