

E2X® Series - Easy-To-Assemble
No paint or special tools needed. E2X® kits contain parts that are colored, easy to assemble, plastic fins or fin units and plastic nose cones. Glue the parts together as instructed, apply the self-stick decals and attach the recovery system.
Estes Join the hundreds of thousands of people who got their start in model rockets with this classic! The Alpha III was the very first rocket in the E2X - Easy to Assemble series. This rocket series was designed with the first time rocketeer in mind. With all precolored rocket parts and easily applied self-stick decals, you're ready for liftoff in minutes. The black body tube, fluorescent orange nose cone and one piece fin unit quickly builds into one flashy rocket!
With nothing more needed than glue, you can be on the flying field in no time at all! Using standard engines, the Alpha III soars to heights over 1,100 feet. Whether you're a first time rocketeer or a long time flier, this 12" rocket is a true classic that should be in every collection.
What more could you ask for than a high performance, high flying classic rocket!
Length: 12.3" (31.2 cm)
Diameter: .98" (25 mm)
Estimated Weight: 1.2 oz. (34 g)
Fins: Plastic
Recovery: 12" (30.5 cm) Parachute
Projected Altitude: 1,100' (335 m)
Recommended Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-3 (First Flight), A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
Requires glue, launch system, engines, igniters & recovery wadding, sold separately.
Recommended for ages 10 years and up. Adult supervision is recommended for those under 12 years of age.