Estes Viking Model Rocket Kit
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Estes Viking Flying Model Rocket Kit

Viking™

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Get ready to launch your creativity to new heights with the Estes Viking model rocket! This amazing research rocket boasts 48 possible different fin configurations, giving you the power to create a rocket that's truly unique and designed by you. With the ability to reach launch heights over 1600 feet on Estes standard model rocket engines, the Viking is perfect for aspiring rocket scientists of all ages.

Build your Viking rocket in just one day and prepare to fly to the moon tomorrow! No matter how you place the fins, this rocket offers the ultimate in high-performance model rocket flight.

To launch your Viking rocket, you'll need the Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller, as well as Estes model rocket engines, starters, and recovery wadding. Four 1.5V high-quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for the launch controller (not included). Experience the thrill of flight with the Estes Viking model rocket today!

Skill Level Intermediate
Build Assembly Required
Recommended Engines 1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4,
B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
Max Altitude 1600 ft. (488 m)
SKU 001949

Design & Features

Explore the design, features, and flight capabilities of the Viking™.

The Viking model rocket is an amazing rocket with 48 possible fin configurations. When flown on Estes standard model rocket engines, the Viking is able to reach launch heights of over 1600 feet. Build the Viking in a day and fly to the moon tomorrow.

This kit comes with five special die-cut card stock fins. These fins allow you to create a rocket that's truly unique and designed by you!

Take your pick on how you want your Viking rocket to look; fins up, fins down or fins whatever way. It's your chance to be the rocket designer! Customize your own rocket...no matter how you place the fins, it still offers the ultimate in high performance model rocket flight.

Key features of the Viking rocket:

  • The Viking is capable of reaching impressive launch heights over 1600 feet when flown on Estes standard model rocket engines.
  • With its easy-to-build design, you can have the Viking assembled and launched in just one day.
  • Whether you choose to place the fins up, down, or in any other configuration, the Viking offers the ultimate in high performance model rocket flight.

Technical Specifications

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Recommended Engines

1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4,
B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7

Launch System

Porta-Pad II

Launch Rod Size

1/8 in. (3.18 mm)

Max Altitude

1600 ft. (488 m)

Length

12.1 in. (30.7 cm)

Diameter

0.74 in. (19 mm)

Weight

0.6 oz. (17 g)

Fin Material

Cardstock

Recovery System

Streamer
Recommended for ages 10+ with adult supervision for rocketeers under 12

Required Launch Equipment

Add these launch supplies to your cart to get your Viking™ ready for flight.
Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad
Electron Beam Launch Controller
Estes model rocket engines
Starters
Recovery wadding
Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries

Required Tools & Supplies

Gather these tools and supplies before starting your Viking™ build.
Scissors
Pencil
Ruler
Fine Sandpaper
Carpenter’s Glue
Plastic Cement
Hobby Knife
Masking Tape
Clear Tape
Primer (white)
Paint (green & yellow)
Clear Coat (optional)

Customer Reviews

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MNclayshooter (Plymouth, MN)
decent entry kit... paper fins - just be aware... not balsa

Only thing I didn't care for are the pressed paper board fins - balsa fins would have been better.

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Andrew Sidwell
Don't use paint if you want it to vanish

Vanished. Found after use in school

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