Description

Bulk Pack –

(Formerly Easy to Assemble)

Inspire kids’ STEM interests through hands-on, exploratory learning with the Alpha III model rocket. One of the first rockets in the Beginner level series, this high flying rocket kit for kids was designed with beginners in mind.

A hands-on educational activity, kids take an active role in the rocket’s construction while using pre-colored parts and self-stick decals. The black body tube, fluorescent orange nose cone and one piece fin unit make this rocket easy-to-assemble and fun to fly! With nothing needed more than everyday household supplies and some glue, they’ll be ready for liftoff in under an hour. Using standard Estes engines (sold separately), the Alpha III can soar to 1150 feet high. Once the rocket reaches its peak altitude, it will gently return to earth on its brightly colored, matching orange 12 inch parachute.

Whether kids are first time rocketeers or a long time flyer, the Alpha III is an exciting, motivational and high energy educational activity that can be used in a classroom setting or as an outdoor adventure.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, sandpaper, carpenters glue and hobby knife. (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)

WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Estes 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).

Additional information

Recommended Engines	1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
Projected Max Altitude	1100 ft. (335 m)
Recovery System	12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute
Length	12.3 in. (31.2 cm)
Diameter	.98 in. (25 mm)
Estimated Weight	1.2 oz. (34 g)
Estimated Assembly Weight	1 Hour (painting and glue drying time not included)
Fin Materials	Plastic
Decal Type	Self-stick
Launch System	Porta-Pad II and Electron Beam Launch Controller
Launch Rod Size	1/8"
Age Recommendation	Estes model rocketry is recommended for ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12. Unless otherwise specified, all models require assembly. Tools, construction and finishing supplies sold separately. In order to launch, a launch system, model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding are required – sold separately-unless otherwise specified.

3 reviews for 001751 – Alpha III® Bulk Pack (12 pk)

Johnboy – May 26, 2015
we use em in camp
in civil air patrol, a cadet program for the air force, we use these for aerospace education. we use only A engines as we are on an airport so we needed low flying stable rockets. these were what we got paid for by the us air force.
Jay – May 3, 2012
Great for cub scouts
This kit was the perfect difficulty level for my Weblos Cub Scouts. The fins are already configured, so you don’t have to try and get them alinged. That means that they are easy to build and more importantly, fly straight. They are also much sturdier rockets and survive falls very well. I build one that has been launched at least a dozen times and is still going strong. I would recommend using a streamer in place of the included parachute if the day is windy and your field is not huge. The rocket is hardy enough to survive the fall.
Hunter – March 6, 2012
My school recently ordered this bulk.
They were very satisfied how everyone got their own instruction manual and All the students had lots of fun!