Astrosat-LSX

Manufacturer:

Estes

Kit #:

2133

Special Feature:

Ejects Satellites

Skill Level:

E2X

Status:

Needs Painting

Max Altitude:

300 feet / 92 meters

Engine:

Regular

Recovery:

12” Parachute

Number of flights

 

I had this one quite a while ago, So I had to buy one for my new fleet. I recently bought a few more, mainly for the nose cone.  This rocket will ‘eject” two satellites at Apogee, which is fun to chase.
I have always hated the jet fighter nose cones with a standard fin rocket design. As such, I have replaced the jet fighter nose cone with a standard type. Pics to follow.
 

This Astrosat-LSX (Light Satellite Experimental) of the Estes Space Corps ejects two streamer equipped satellites at the end of its ascent. This futuristic concept vehicle can fly up to 300’ and safely return via parachute.

Plastic nose cone / Plastic fins

Length: 19.0" / Diameter: 1.35" / Weight: 3.2oz.

Motor: B4-2, B6-2, C5-3, C6-3, C6-5