EST-2157 - 1/100 Apollo 11 Saturn V Model Rocket Kit (Ltd Edition 1-Time Run) (Skill Level 4)

The APOLLO SATURN V was used in the Apollo manned spacecraft program of the late '60s and '70s. Weighing more than 3,000 tons, it developed over one million pounds of thrust and was the largest and most awesome rocket ever created. On the morning of July 16, 1969, Astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins were perched atop a mighty SATURN V launch vehicle in preparation for their historic journey to the barren lunar surface. Limited edition 1/100th scale model of the first vehicle to take man to the moon Lifts off to more than 150 feet (45.72m) Bottom section is lowered gently with two 24-inch parachutes, and the upper section is recovered via a special recovery harness and an 18-inch parachute Internal structure improved for easier assembly and more realistic recoveries Precision laser cut centering rings Molded Apollo capsule, escape tower and main engine display nozzles can be removed easily for flight Detailed launching instructions, NAR Safety Code, Rocketeer's Guide and full one year warranty Made in America

Manufacturer: Estes

Skill Level: 4

Motors: 12-3

Max Altitude: 150ft

Recovery: Multiple Parachutes

Length: 44in