Estes Athena X Model Rocket Starter Set
Athena X Starter Set
Estes Athena and Xtreme Rockets
Estes Athena Model Rocket
Estes Xtreme Model Rocket
Estes Athena Model Rocket Launch
Estes Athena Model Rocket Flame
Estes Athena and Xtreme Model Rockets Parachute and Streamer Recovery
Estes Athena X Starter Set Model Rocket Kit Parts
Estes Athena Rocket Launch
    Estes Athena X Model Rocket Starter Set
    Athena X Starter Set
    Estes Athena and Xtreme Rockets
    Estes Athena Model Rocket
    Estes Xtreme Model Rocket
    Estes Athena Model Rocket Launch
    Estes Athena Model Rocket Flame
    Estes Athena and Xtreme Model Rockets Parachute and Streamer Recovery
    Estes Athena X Starter Set Model Rocket Kit Parts
    Estes Athena Rocket Launch
    Estes Rockets

    Athena X Starter Set

    SKU: 005304

    $49.49
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    Beginner

    One of the timeless ready-to-fly rockets from Estes, the Athena model rocket kit is one of the coolest model rockets. It comes fully assembled which means you get to the flying field quick. So grab a friend and get ready to have some fun!

    From the tip of its stretched nose, to its rear engine-retainer hook, the 16-inch Estes XTREME is a marked model that even novice rocketeers can build quickly and easily. Designed around an Estes BT-20 body tube, with surface mounted, laser-cut card-stock fins, and an old-school engine-mount block; this traditionally configured three-fin model rocket achieves exceptional performance on a range of Estes engines, from 1/2 A to C. The narrow, swept fins are precision shaped for maximum stability and minimum air resistance.

    • SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    • RECOMMENDED ENGINES: A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, C6-5
    • PROJECTED ALTITUDE: Athena: 700 ft. (213 m) on a C6-5
      Xtreme: 1600 ft. (488 m) on a C6-5

    Overview 

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    Overview

    This starter set includes everything you need to launch the Athena and Xtreme rockets. It's designed to take a beginner rocketeer, build up their skills, and bring them deep into the world of rocket science. This starter set includes the launch pad, the launch controller, 2 A8-3 motors, 4 starters, 4 plugs, and 12 sheets of recovery wadding. Everything you need to experience an incredible launch day. The Athena is a Beginner's quick building rocket kit that requires no previous building experience and no paint. The Extreme is an Intermediate rocket kit that requires moderate assembly which includes gluing and painting.

    This Estes Rocket Starter Set includes

    • Port-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller
    • 2 Engines with Starters and Plugs for 2 Launches
    • Recovery Wadding for 2 Launches
    • 1 Beginner build rocket and 1 Intermediate build rocket
    • Everything is included except AA batteries, adhesives & paint
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    Includes Everything Needed to Launch!

    • Rocket

    1 Athena Rocket Kit
    1 Xtreme Rocket Kit

    • Engines

    2 A8-3 Engines with Plugs, Starters, and Wadding

    • Launch Pad

     Porta-Pad II Launch Pad

    • Launch Controller

     Electron Beam Launch Controller

    • Enough Supplies for

     2 Launches

    What You Need to Build

     Athena: Pre-Built, No Assembly Required
    Xtreme: Scissors, pencil, ruler, yellow glue, hobby knife, masking tape, clear tape, paint (black).

    Tools, Construction, and Finishing Supplies Not Included. Shop Supplies

    Technical Specifications

    • Recommended Engines

    A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, C6-5

    • Launch System

    Porta-Pad II

    • Launch Rod Size

    1/8 in. (3.18 mm)

    • Projected Max Altitude

    Athena: 1125 ft. (343 m)
    Xtreme: 1600 ft. (488 m)

    • Recovery System

    12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute

    • Length

    Athena: 17 in. (43.2 cm)
    Xtreme: 16.8 in. (42.7 cm)

    • Diameter

    Athena: 0.98 in. (25 mm)
    Xtreme: 0.74 in. (19 cm)

    • Weight

    Athena: 1.4 oz. (39.7 g)
    Xtreme: 0.8 oz. (22.7 g)

    • Fin Material

    Molded Plastic
    Download Instructions - Athena
    Download Instructions - Xtreme
    This product recommended for children ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all ages.

    Customer Reviews

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    L.M.
    Great fun. Be careful when assembling.

    Great product. I only gave 4 stars instead of 5 because my son made a mistake in assembly and the engine would not fit. He is 10, so maybe kids his age would benefit from supervision to ensure accuracy.

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    Gregory Clark
    Hobby

    Easy to use and put it together.

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    Luke Hayden
    Excellent, good fun with the kids

    Quick shipping and a blast of fun with my kids. Thank you!

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