Der Red Max Model Rocket Kit
Der Red Max Model Rocket
Red Max Package
000651 Launch
Der Red From the Bottom
Der red Max Launching
Der Red Max Rocket Flight Sequence
Rocket Parachute Recovery
Der Red Parachute
Red Max Parts
Cutting Model Rocket Decals
Der Red Max Model Rocket Kit
Der Red Max Model Rocket
Red Max Package
000651 Launch
Der Red From the Bottom
Der red Max Launching
Der Red Max Rocket Flight Sequence
Rocket Parachute Recovery
Der Red Parachute
Red Max Parts
Cutting Model Rocket Decals
Estes Rockets

Der Red Max™

SKU: 000651
$21.99
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Intermediate

The Der Red Max rocket model is a classic, fun addition to any rocket enthusiast's collection. With a large stable design, this rocket performs great and reaches heights of over 500 feet with standard engines. Featuring laser cut wood fins for improved performance and a waterslide decal set, including the iconic skull and crossbones, this rocket is a must-have.

You'll need some basic tools and finishing supplies to build it, but the result is a 16-inch tall rocket that looks as good as it flies. To launch Max, you'll need Estes model rocket engines, starters, and recovery wadding, as well as the Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller. Don't forget to grab some AA batteries for the launch controller, and get ready to blast off!

  • SKILL LEVEL: The Der Red Max is an Intermediate level rocket that will help a budding rocketeer develop some basic model building and finishing skills.
  • RECOMMENDED ENGINES: B4-2, B4-4, B6-2, B6-4, C6-5
  • PROJECTED ALTITUDE: 600 ft. (183 m) on a C6-5

Overview 

Needed to Fly

Specs

Reviews

Overview

Thinking about far-out fun? Think of Der Red Max Model Rocket! An Estes classic, the Der Red Max has a large stable design, giving great sport performance. A great addition to any rocket collection!

The Der Red Max model rocket is a classic that not only looks good, but also performs as good as it looks and has a personality all its own!

Standing just a tad over 16 inches tall, the Max is one of our rockets that's a must have in your rocket arsenal. Not to mention, every launch with our standard engines will give you stellar flights over 500 feet. To top it off, a colorful 18 inch parachute accomplishes the recovery for safe landings.

In addition to retaining all of the great looks and flying qualities of the original, this new version now features laser cut wood fins for improved performance and it has a waterslide decal set that replicates the original - including the totally cool skull and crossbones.

What You Need to Fly

C6-5 Engines
$12.99
B4-4 Engines
$11.99
Recovery Wadding
$5.99
Porta-Pad® II Launch Pad and Electron Beam® Launch Controller
$39.99
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 (sold separately)

Technical Specifications

  • Recommended Engines

B4-2, B4-4, B6-2, B6-4, C6-5

  • Launch System

Porta-Pad II

  • Projected Max Altitude

600 ft. (183 m)

  • Recovery System

18 in. (45.7 cm) Parachute

  • Length

16.3 in. (41.4 cm)

  • Diameter

1.64 in. (42 mm)

  • Weight

2.4 oz. (68 g)

  • Fin Material

Laser Cut Balsa Wood

Needed to Build (sold separately)

Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter's glue, hobby knife, masking tape, primer (white) and paint (black, red).
Download Instructions
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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Owen
Very Reliable Rocket

Great rocket, looks cool and is a stable flier. I have flown it two times so far; once using a B4-4 engine and once using a C6-5. It flew perfectly straight and the recovery system deployed nicely. The skull and crossbones parachute is a nice touch. The Red Max looks great floating down to the ground and even with a C6-5 engine it always landed near the launchpad.

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Tony
Ok but not good

It’s a realy cool, sleek rocket but is a pain to build. It’s good if you know how to build large kind rockets but for its level it it too hard.

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Danny Almond
I’ve had countless ones since their firsts. And endless joy

I’ve had countless ones since their firsts. And endless joy from them.

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