Super Orbital Transport Skill EXP

The return of a classic! The original Estes Orbital Transport
was a “must have” kit for a generation of
rocketeers. Now, the new Estes Super Orbital Transport is here and
ready to inspire a new generation! Based on early NASA designs for what
would ultimately become the Space Shuttle, this Estes model envisions
an era of routine commercial space travel. The powerful booster rocket
is patterned after the supersonic airliners of the period and was
created to carry the attached passenger spacecraft into orbit. These
imagined vehicles would land separately as aircraft, ready for reuse
and relaunch with minimal turnaround.

The new Estes Super Orbital transport is the bigger and
updated version of the original kit. Re-engineered with laser-cut wood
structural components, custom jigs to aid in accurate and speedy
construction, a set of high-quality plastic nose cones, and two sheets
of detailed, three-color decals to replicate the 1969 kit. This new
model recreates the strikingly realistic look and feel of the original,
only bigger!

Dazzling dual recoveries are the hallmark of the Estes Super
Orbital Transport. Launches under the powerful thrust of the
recommended Estes C or D engines are equally impressive! This model
lifts off upright in the traditional rocket launch configuration. At
the peak of flight, the piggy-back glider detaches and begins its
winged decent while the booster section returns under its own 18 in.
parachute.

The Super Orbital Transport is the Estes revival you
don’t want to miss! Be part of the new tradition –
build and fly this remarkable model today!

WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, yellow glue,
plastic cement, hobby knife, masking tape, sandpaper

WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Porta Pad II Launch
Pad and Controller, 3/16″ Maxi Launch Rod, Estes Model Rocket
Engines, Recovery Wadding

Recommended
Engines

C11-3, D12-5

Projected
Max Altitude

800 ft. (244 m)

Recovery
System

18 in. (45.7 cm) Parachute and Glider

Length

31.3 in. (79.5 cm)

Diameter

1.33 in. (34 mm)

Estimated
Weight

5.4 oz. (153 g)

Fin
Material

Laser Cut Wood

Launch
System

Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Controller

Launch
Rod Size

3/16″ Maxi Launch Rod

Age
Recommendation

Estes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girls
ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of
all ages.