Mean Machine Model Rocket Kit

Item Number: est1295

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Product Details

This is a Mean Machine Flying Model Rocket. It's part of the Beta series from Estes. Skill level 2 model for ages 10 and up.

Product Rank

#5 in Level 2 Explorer
#26 in Rocket Kits
#69 in Model Rockets

Includes

One Mean Machine Flying Model Rocket

Features

Mean Machine flying rocket is over 6 feet tall.
Easy to build.
Flights over 600 feet (183m) high.
Decals "Mean Machine" label.
Parachute recovery.
Fins made out of balsa sheets.
Other parts include a nose cone, body tubes, red tube couplers, shock cord, assembled parachute, and an engine hook.
Detailed pictorial instructions also include launch supplies list, materials needed, and tips for flying.
Full one year warranty.

Requirements & Suggestions

How To Build a Model Rocket
Launch Pad (EST302215) (QUS7610)
Launch controller (EST302220)
Model Rocket Engine:
D12-3
D12-5
E9-4
E9-6
Estes 3/16" (5mm) Maxi-Rod (EST302244)
Recovery Wadding (EST302274) (QUS7021)
Scissors
Pencil
Ruler
Hobby Knife (EXL16018) (EXL16001) (TES281202) (EXL19018)
Wood Glue (TES3503) (TES3505)
Sandpaper
Sanding Sealer for fins
Gloss Black Enamel Spray Paint
Masking Tape (TAM87032) (TAM87035)
Adult Supervision

Comments

Keep out of reach of small children. Adult supervision required.
Use only with Estes products.
Test fit all parts together before applying any glue.

Specifications

Length: 78.8" (200cm)
Diameter: 1-1/2" (4.2cm)
Weight: 5.8 oz. (164 grams)
Recovery: 24" (61cm) assembled parachute
Estes Product Number: 1295

Reviews

Review Summary

The reviews highlight the impressive height of this rocket, often noted as around 6 feet tall, making it a visually striking and crowd-pleasing model at launches. Many appreciate its straightforward build, suitability for skill level 2, and the ability to break down into two sections for easier transport, though some suggest upgrades like epoxy for assembly, better parachutes, and motor retainers to enhance durability and performance. Performance varies with engine choice, with D engines often seen as underpowered and E engines providing a more thrilling ascent, though caution is advised regarding large launch areas due to high altitudes and potential drift.

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4 out of 5

By: cryptical07

The Estes Mean Machine is a fun rocket with a big Wow factor. Standing at 72 tall the Mean Machine is one huge rocket. This updated version includes a plastic breakdown coupler which allows it to separate into two sections for easier transporting. Even though this is a skill level 2 rocket it is a very simple and straight forward build. One tip for this rocket is to use epoxy to secure the motor mount into the body tube instead of the directed white glue. The Mean Machine tends to come down hard on the engine hook and mount. This rocket is designed to fly on Estes E engines. It does come with an adapter to use D engines but I find them to be underpowered for this bird.

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Wow...

By: edenny

This rocket is amazing! I love how it is taller than me!

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An Oldy but a Goody!

By: rbeard2 (Dayton, OH)

I have owned several of these beasts and I will say that The Mean Machine is unique among model rockets for a couple of reasons: It is tall - 6 feet sounds tall when you read it but when you are actually loading it onto the launch rod and getting ready to press the button, you realize this thing is a monster! Personally, I think the smallest and only D engine to use is the D-12-3. Any longer delay or lower thrust and you are in the dirt. E12s should scream if your launch area is big enough. It breaks down into 2 sections for travel and is always a show stopper at launches because it just looks really cool on the way up!

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