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Estes Hi-Flier Flying Model Rocket Kit, ages 10 and up with Adult Supervision under 12

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Brand Estes
Age Range (Description) 10 and up with Adult Supervision under 12
Color Brown/a
Theme Vehicle
Item Dimensions LxWxH 6 x 1 x 12 inches

About this item

  • Be sure and keep your eye on this stream-lined missile as it climbs to amazing heights over 1, 600 feet, and recovers with a fluorescent orange streamer
  • One of our most extreme, Super performance model rockets you can own and can easily be built in one afternoon
  • Kit features laser cut wood fins, self-stick decals, streamer recovery
  • Estes model rocketry is recommended for ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12
  • Tools, construction and finishing supplies sold separately. In order to launch, a launch system, model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding are required - sold separately

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2178 hi-flier kit

From the Manufacturer

How high will a High-Flier go? The answer is OUTTA SIGHT. No one knows for sure. Or maybe you do? The Estes Hi-Flier is an ultra high performance model rocket with tons of attitude. Be sure and keep your eye on this stream-lined missile as it climbs to amazing heights over 1,600 ' (488 m), OK, we told you, and recovers with a fluorescent orange streamer. Watch it climb and climb and climb and well, you get the idea. The Hi-Flier is a Skill Level 1 kit that can easily be built in one afternoon. This sleek rocket stands a full 12 " (25.4 cm) tall and features laser cut balsa fins, one piece body tube and a plastic nose cone for outstanding durability. This trim, high flying rocket launches on any of our powerful Estes standard engines. The Hi-Flier is one of the most extreme, super performance model rockets you can own. A must-own addition to all Estes high flyers’ fleets. Building tools, finishing supplies and Estes launch supplies required — sold separately. Recommended for age 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12.


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Estes Hi-Flier Flying Model Rocket Kit

Extreme, super performance model rockets you can own and can easily be built in one afternoon. Estes standard model rocket engine powered.

The Estes Hi-Flier is an ultra high performance model rocket with tons of attitude. Be sure and keep your eye on this stream-lined missile as it climbs to amazing heights over 1,500 feet, (OK we told you) and recovers with a fluorescent orange streamer. Watch it climb and climb and climb and…well, you get the idea!

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  • Estes Rockets 2178 Hi-Flier Model Rocket Kit, Skill Level 1
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    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    803 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the value and quality of the rocket kit. They mention that it works well for their rocketing needs and is a good starting rocket. They also like the fun. Others however, are not happy with the sturdiness, saying that it fell apart before even able to launch. Customers are mixed on ease of assembly, size, and appearance.

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    39 customers mention29 positive10 negative

    Customers like the value of the rocket. They say it's a great product, works well for their rocketing needs, and is worth the money. Some say that the first test flight was great and that it'd be great for a beginner rocket.

    "...Nice little rocket, cheap and fast.Remember that this is just a rocket...." Read more

    "...Parachutes make the rocket fall back to earth so much slower. Spray paint works great." Read more

    "...I didnt realize what I was getting. Hardly worth $10 for a few tiny cardboard tubes and a streamer...." Read more

    "Easy first time rocket to build for my 11 year old son, great results on launch day too. Did not disappoint, he now wants to build more rockets!..." Read more

    32 customers mention28 positive4 negative

    Customers generally like the quality of the rocket. They say it flies awesome, is good value, and is a good starting rocket. Some say that it's a simple basic rocket, but for their first experience with the hobby, it'd be a great beginner rocket. Customers also say that the rocket flied high and straight, and the chute deployed perfectly.

    "...Overall, it was a nice and easy build that is good for beginners (as long as you don't mind painting)...." Read more

    "...The instructions are difficult to follow but the design is simple enough that you should be able to figure it out." Read more

    "...Nice little rocket, cheap and fast.Remember that this is just a rocket...." Read more

    "These suckers can really fly. They can fly so high, the folks in the ISS say, "Dang, that's a good model rocket."..." Read more

    8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

    Customers find the art craft kit to be fun. They mention that it is high-flying and so much fun to set off.

    "It was fun to build and launch. Unfortunately, it landed on the roof of a school." Read more

    "...I barely saw it go up, and never saw it again. Great model and a real thrill, just don't put too much effort into it!" Read more

    "...Easy (and fun) to build once you've collected the other materials you need..." Read more

    "Easy build. Fun to paint and launch. Definitely use suggested engine for first launch to make sure everything works...." Read more

    6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the speed of the rocket. They mention that it travels very fast and very high with a C engine, sacrificing strength so it can go fast and high. The shipping time is quick, and the rocket is built for speed and for height. It is small with a very durable fin system.

    "This rocket is built for speed and for height. It is small with a very durable fin system...." Read more

    "...It travels very fast and very high with a C engine. For the price it's worth adding to your collection." Read more

    "...He spends a lot of time flying his model rockets! Quick shipping time!!" Read more

    "good price, fast service" Read more

    38 customers mention18 positive20 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of assembly of the kit. Some mention that the instructions are easy to follow and the construction is simple, while others say that the directions are not good, hard to put together, and lack specific instructions as to using the smaller engine. Some customers also mention that assembling and fixing the wings on the side is little difficult.

    "...The instructions are difficult to follow but the design is simple enough that you should be able to figure it out." Read more

    "...Overall, it was a nice and easy build that is good for beginners (as long as you don't mind painting)...." Read more

    "...Full discretion though, assembly required. Use contact cement for most of it, not super glue...." Read more

    "...It is small with a very durable fin system. It is not a difficult rocket to make and it will take you about an hour to make it - depending on glue..." Read more

    9 customers mention3 positive6 negative

    Customers are mixed about the size of the rocket kit. Some mention that it is small with a very durable fin system, and the slim design should reach high altitudes, while others say that it was smaller than they had anticipated and that the physical specifications should be more detailed.

    "This is a very small package and will be broken shortly after assembly" Read more

    "...It's so tiny! Like SUPER tiny! I did not realize it was that much smaller than the XL...." Read more

    "...On the second launch during decent we lost track of it because it is so small. Next time I'll be sure to bring my binoculars. Luckily we did find it!" Read more

    "...Needs better description as to ease of assembly, physical specifications should be more detailed" Read more

    8 customers mention5 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the appearance of the rocket kit. Some mention that it's a good looking product, while others say that it looks nothing like the picture and is very cheap looking.

    "This thing is pretty cool! I decided to just paint the whole thing black because it's what I had on hand...." Read more

    "...together with his uncles but was surprised to see that it is nothing like it's picture...." Read more

    "Good looking rocket, but I’ve launched it 3 different times, three different days. Each landing busts a fin off. Only using the A8-3 engines...." Read more

    "Rocket assembly was incredibly quick and easy! The style of the rocket looks amazing and I'm sure it would fly over 1000' except for one problem...." Read more

    14 customers mention3 positive11 negative

    Customers are not satisfied with the sturdiness of the kit. They mention that it is very flimsy, fell apart before they were even able to launch it, and is not made to last. Some customers also say that the kit has very poor quality material and is difficult to build.

    "This is a very small package and will be broken shortly after assembly" Read more

    "Very flimsy but my son had fun with it for one day" Read more

    "I was not real happy with this kit as it had very poor quality material in it...." Read more

    "...My favorite glue for making rockets is hot glue because it's sturdy, easily shaped, and dries almost instantly...." Read more

    Cool rocket!
    5 Stars
    Cool rocket!
    This thing is pretty cool! I decided to just paint the whole thing black because it's what I had on hand. Thought I'd write this review before I launch it because it sounds like I might not get it back😅. Had a little trouble with fin alignment, but after a few tries, it turned out alright. My favorite glue for making rockets is hot glue because it's sturdy, easily shaped, and dries almost instantly. The only downside side is it's more messy, and since it's almost instant, you really have to be fast and precise! Overall, it was a nice and easy build that is good for beginners (as long as you don't mind painting).
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2023
    This thing is pretty cool! I decided to just paint the whole thing black because it's what I had on hand. Thought I'd write this review before I launch it because it sounds like I might not get it back😅. Had a little trouble with fin alignment, but after a few tries, it turned out alright. My favorite glue for making rockets is hot glue because it's sturdy, easily shaped, and dries almost instantly. The only downside side is it's more messy, and since it's almost instant, you really have to be fast and precise! Overall, it was a nice and easy build that is good for beginners (as long as you don't mind painting).
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Cheap and Fast
    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2009
    This rocket is built for speed and for height. It is small with a very durable fin system. It is not a difficult rocket to make and it will take you about an hour to make it - depending on glue drying time. Everything about it is designed to minimize weight without sacrificing strength so it can go fast and high.
    It has a streamer rather than a parachute which is a good thing because of the height it attains. With a parachute it could very well sail off quite a distance from your launch zone.
    I like the solid fin system. They are stronger than normal. I found the recommended painting scheme to be a bit too much, even though I did it by the suggested way. You might just want to spray paint the whole thing one solid color.
    Nice little rocket, cheap and fast.
    Remember that this is just a rocket. You still have to purchase engines, wadding and a launcher if you are just starting out in the hobby.
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    Radian27
    5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to build - Fun to fly
    Reviewed in Canada on May 26, 2014
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    Michael Arnold
    5.0 out of 5 stars Outta sight!
    Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2017
    3 people found this helpful
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    d2003m
    5.0 out of 5 stars good value, easy to build
    Reviewed in Canada on April 27, 2020
    Dennis Wade
    4.0 out of 5 stars Got the altitude.
    Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2014
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    Gee
    5.0 out of 5 stars It's a high flier...
    Reviewed in Canada on July 29, 2016