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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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Product information
Brand | Estes |
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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 |
Material | Wood |
Seasons | All Seasons |
Included Components | Estes Rockets 2178 Hi-Flier Model Rocket Kit, Skill Level 1 |
Item Weight | 0.1 Pounds |
Size | 12 inches |
Number of Pieces | 1 |
Style | Tube |
Model Name | 2178 Hi-Flier Model Rocket Kit, Skill Level 1 |
Product Dimensions | 6 x 1 x 12 inches |
Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
ASIN | B0006N6NDY |
Item model number | 2178 |
Manufacturer recommended age | 10 years and up |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Release date | January 1, 2018 |
Manufacturer | Estes Rockets |
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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.
From the manufacturer
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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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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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It's so tiny! Like SUPER tiny! I did not realize it was that much smaller than the XL. This thing uses 18mm (Estes A/B/C) motors with a minimum dimension body tube, but it really should be using like a 1/2A3-5T or some other teeny tiny motor with a mount. This dude is small! And we love it :)
Streamer recovery FTW. More rockets need streamer recovery.
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.
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.