Estes Model Rockets

The Estes Tandem-X Model Rocket Launch Set is full of Xtra value. You get two high performance rockets including a complete launch system.

Enjoy constructing the two rockets with your children. Rocket assembly and customization is half the fun of this hobby. The other half of the fun is launch-time. Plus, the entire process is packed with learning experiences.

I am prety good at putting things together, so these two rockets presented no problem. In my opinion, you will have no problems with assembly, even if you are so good at do-it-yourself stuff.

The Rockets

The E2X Amazon is the taller rocket shown in the image. It measures 33.6 inches in height. This is a plastic style rocket that reaches an altitude of up to 650 feet on standard engines.

The Amazon has a sleek, tiger-stripe body tube with pre-painted plastic nose cone and fins. It comes with a pre-assembled 18-inch parachute. Assembly time for this model is one to one and half hours for someone with no building experience.

Many rocketeers who own this model like the fact that the fin section is pre-built. Since building sturdy fins is one of the more challenging aspects of assembly, this pre-built option saves you lots of time.

The Crossfire ISX is 15.6 inches tall and is a traditional balsa wood and cardboard style rocket. It reaches a maximum altitude of 1200 feet with standard rocket engines. A pre-assembled 12-inch parachute brings it gently back to earth.

These two styles are great for getting some experience with two different rocket styles. Both come with complete assembly instructions.

Recommended engines for these two rockets... 1/2A6-2, A8-3, B4-2, B4-4, B6-2, B6-4, C6-3, C6-5

The Rocket Launch System

The Tandem-X Launch System includes a AA-battery operated Electron Beam Launch Controller which includes a safety key and 15-feet of cable. The launch pad is a Porta-Pad II that includes a 1/8" launch rod. Although not included, this pad can also support an Estes 3/16" Maxi Launch Rod.

Model rocketry is recommended as a participation hobby for children as young as 10 years of age. As a viewing only hobby, children as young as two years of age can enjoy watching rocket launches. Unless otherwise specified, all models require assembly. Unless they are included in a launch kit, construction tools and launch accessories are sold separately. Accessories include launch controls, launch pads, rocket engines, igniters and recovery wadding are basic necessities for all rocket launches.