what is needed to launch the rocket that i intend to purchase?
441103
you can buy a full kit (Rocket already together , Lauching pad and and ignition control with wire ) on line with everything except the engine packs you buy separately.
1350934
No launcher. The rocket is 99% assembled. All you have to do is attach the parachute and nose cone to the shock cord. No glue required. And spend a few minutes finding something fun to load in the clear payload bay.
1896630
No it does not. Typically you would look for rockets with a 'kit' to have a launcher included.
391037
The kit does not include the launch rod or the motor. You will need to purchase separately.
1540699
Yes, u will need to buy a starter, batteries, and fuel but if I were u I would save up and buy a better one mine broke the first day and I'm still having problems with it, very disappointed.
1826569
Your fine to use the same launcher you've been using for your other rockets if you have any. It does not require the larger launch pad and will use everyday wadding. simply put in as much as the directions call for and you should be good to go! I have flown this baby over a dozen times and it is by far my favorite rocket. I even have a 6" one that is simply awesome to launch but this one here is a step above the rest. Looks really nice in flight. But again, same launch pad and wadding as all other rockets of the same size and difficulty level. Hope this helps!!! Enjoy!!!
1563757
If you are referring to Port Angeles in Washington State, You should be fine launching from any park or baseball field as long as you have ample open space around you. This is given you use the recommended motors in the rocket. I have modified mine to use larger rockets motors and need about 5 miles of open space (in each direction). Hope this helps
1289141
Although I haven't had this specific Estes rocket, they will launch many times (minor repairs may be required if fins or parachute are damaged during landings over time). Your only limit is the number of engines, igniters, and how much wadding you buy (all sold separately).
1227723
You absolutely do need to supply the electronics for the kit version. If you are not sure what that means, you might want to consider the "RTR" or ready to run version, which includes motor, speed control, steering servo, radio, etc., and will be cheaper in the long run.
2055855
The engines are flawless. Check the whole launch chain starting with the battery and check all connections. Try burning an igniter by itself. If you can get the igniter to burn, the rocket will launch. Always be careful to not ground any part of the electrical launch system on the metal launch pad. I've had trouble with the clips that connect to the igniter. Good Luck
1068750
Yes, if you have the launch pad inside a box and secured. Then just tilt the box and launch. Best launching it the proper way.
1927776
You'll need a processor (you can see the full list of compatible processors on Shuttle's website), you'll need memory, and you'll need a hard drive. You may also want a DVD drive if you want to use DVDs/CDs to load your operating system, etc. (I use USB for this)If you need a serial connection, you will also need to purchase a DB9 connector. The motherboard is equipped with a COM1 port, but the case does not come with a DB9 connector for it.
981855
I think each of the engines will work, it's just that the number corresponds with how high the rocket will go. I think the higher the letter, the more powerful the engine and the higher it goes.
877033
The rocket is assembled with graphics. All that is required is to attach the nose cone by simply tying the rubber line to the one in the rocket. Also you might want it a little shorter then it comes. There's no specific length. If you do not cut it the nose cone will hang very low. All you have to do after that is add the wadding tie and fold the parachute and put in the engine and watch it go. If you have no experience with model rockets insure that you bend the contact wire coming out from the engine like a paper clip so that it can make good contact with launcher clips.
471182
Minimal assembly required: attach the folded parachute to the inside of the rocket - glue is recommended, but ou can get by without it. Engines need to be purchased and inserted in the bottom of the rocket - that is the case with at rocket you purchase. My kids and I had good success with this rocket. Assembly time 20 min.
1377195
You'll need a launch pad with I believe a 3/16" launch rod. Motor, we use a C11-5. Motor ingiters, recovery wadding, glue for rocket assembly and of course the controller that sends the electrical signal to the igniter that ingnites the rocket motor itself.
1671767
If you want to check compatibility with others, the launch tube for the super high performance is just under 5/8" in diameter, and can insert up to 8 1/2" into a rocket. A big reason they go so high is that the rockets themselves are very small - thin plastic tubing (vs foam) that is less than 3/4" in diameter and about 8 1/2" long with a softer nose cap.