Reviews : Estes A8-3 Model Rocket Engines (3)
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Never Failed
By: jamiekitchen
Not to sound like an Estes fan boy, but I have probably launched a hundred of these motors during my life time and probably seen 3 times that number by others. I can honestly say that I have seen a failure to ignite or problem during thrust, ejection etc. probably only 2-3 times that can be attributed to the motor alone. (Igniter failure, short etc. excluded).
Given that most of these launches were for young kids, myself included at one time, this is probably a good thing. I would dread the day my 6 year old daughter's rocket that she colored by hand goes up in smoke the wrong way.
The old standby
These engines are totally dependable. Never had a bad one yet. For a 18 tall rocket with a 1.3 diameter this engine will get it off the ground ok with a quick recovery ejection. Great for small launch areas or windy conditions. For small rockets with streamers this ening will really get it way up there but not so far you'll lose it. I always use these great engines every trip out.
Great For Small Fields
This is a good motor for small rockets in small fields, such as parks. I've never had an issue with reliability and the included igniter plugs make for reliable ignition.
Not good for heavy rockets
By: Luakgc
If you have a heavier rocket, you will have a dangerous lawn dart. On light rockets, these are great to use so you don't lose it.
Great engines
By: Ho moduler
The name if these engines really describe it all: they are STANDARD engines.
Be careful with them because they can be dangerous.
For small rockets
By: Hobbylinc
Good rocket for beginners you would have to try pretty hard to hurt yourself with it but only use it on light wieght rockets
Great for windy conditions.
By: funlifeelements
I was launching when it was VERY windy and wanted more control of the rocket so I used this instead of the C6-5.
Great transaction,fast shipping
By: rsolo1
Would definately shop here again.They have a very huge selection of rocket supplies.
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