Estes Red Max

Bring vintage flair to your next launch with the Estes Red Max! Easy to build, stable in flight, and instantly recognizable - this classic rocket is a must for any collection.

Designer

Stage Count

1

Engines

Estes C6
Image

Apogee

108 m

Total Flight Time

30.6 s

Rocket Length

412 mm

Max. Diameter

42 mm

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The Estes Red Max is an unmistakable icon that brings attitude and nostalgia to any launch site. With its classic, barrel-shaped body and bold graphics, this single-stage rocket stands out from the crowd, capturing the spirit of vintage rocketry while delivering reliable, modern performance. The Red Max features a straightforward, builder-friendly construction that makes it ideal for both beginners and seasoned hobbyists - expect crisp laser-cut fins, a sturdy body tube, and a vibrant waterslide decal set that brings its signature look to life. Assembly is smooth and satisfying, with enough room for creative touches or simple, straight-from-the-box builds.

On the pad, the Red Max is a crowd-pleaser, launching on standard Estes engines for impressive flights and stable, arrow-straight boosts. Its robust design ensures dependable recovery with a colorful parachute deployment, making it easy to track and retrieve. Whether you're flying for fun at a club launch, showing off at NAR events, or seeking a conversation-starting display piece for your collection, the Red Max delivers lasting appeal and top-notch performance. Bring home the attitude, reliability, and fun of a true classic - ignite your next adventure with the Estes Red Max.
Flight Results
Apogee (hmax) 108 m at 5.3 s
Velocity (vmax) 42 m/s at 1.8 s
Acceleration (amax) 88 m/s² at 0.2 s

Rocket Weight
Lift-Off 134.6 g
Burnout 123.8 g
Propellant Weight 10.8 g

Stability
Center of Gravity (CG) 228 mm
Center of Pressure (CP) 324 mm
Stability stable

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