Rocket Kit Overview
Experience the excitement of real model rocketry with the Estes ESAM-58 Flying Model Rocket Kit. Designed for experienced hobbyists, this advanced kit blends aerodynamic styling, durable components, and impressive flight performance to create a rewarding project from the building stage all the way to launch and recovery.
About the ESAM-58 Model Rocket Kit
Performance-Focused Design
The Estes ESAM-58 model rocket is built for rocketry enthusiasts who want precision performance and a professional-looking finished model. Its streamlined body design and laser-cut fins help ensure smooth, stable flights while delivering impressive altitude. With the right engine configuration, the ESAM-58 can reach heights of up to 800 feet, providing a thrilling launch every time. High-quality materials and thoughtfully engineered components make both assembly and flight dependable and enjoyable.
Advanced Build with Rewarding Flight
This advanced skill-level rocket kit is ideal for builders who enjoy hands-on projects that require attention to detail. The sturdy construction and precision parts make the building process engaging while resulting in a sleek, high-performance rocket. Once completed, the ESAM-58 launches using B6-4 or C6-5 rocket engines and works seamlessly with accessories like the Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller. After launch, the included 18-inch parachute recovery system ensures a smooth descent so you can retrieve the rocket and prepare for the next flight.
Features
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Advanced skill-level rocket kit designed for experienced builders
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Streamlined body design for stable, controlled flight
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Laser-cut fins for strength and precision alignment
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Capable of reaching altitudes up to 800 ft (244 m)
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Includes 18-inch parachute for reliable recovery
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Compatible with B6-4 and C6-5 engines
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Hands-on building experience with a sleek finished model
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Works with Estes launch systems including Porta-Pad II and Electron Beam Launch Controller
Includes
Needed to Complete
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(4) 1.5V AA alkaline batteries
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Rocket engines (B6-4 or C6-5)
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Launch pad and controller
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Recovery wadding
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Adhesives and basic hobby tools
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Paint and finishing materials
Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Recommended Engines |
B6-4, C6-5 |
| Launch System |
Porta-Pad II |
| Launch Rod Size |
3/16 in (4.78 mm) |
| Projected Max Altitude |
800 ft (244 m) |
| Recovery System |
18 in (457 mm) Parachute |
| Length |
27 in (686 mm) |
| Diameter |
1.64 in (42 mm) |
| Weight |
3.1 oz (87.8 g) |
| Fin Material |
Laser-cut Balsa |
Tech Note: Model rocket kits require assembly and typically need additional components for launch. Please review the “Needed to Complete” section above to ensure you have all required supplies before building and flying your rocket.