This SpaceShipOne is a LARGE, 1:15 scale version of the famous Ansari X PRIZE winner. It's launched by a powerful Estes E engine and is an actual replica of Burt Rutan's design. It blasts 600 feet into the atmosphere and is recovered with an 18 inch nylon parachute. Rocket Specifications: Length: 26 in. (66 cm) Diameter: 4 in. (102 mm) Weight: 11 oz. (311 g) Recovery: 18 in. (46 cm) Nylon Parachute Maximum Altitude: 600 ft. (183 m) Skill Level: 3 Recommended Engines: E9-4, E9-6 Notes: X PRIZE is a registered trademark of the X PRIZE Foundation & is used by permission. SpaceShipOne is a registered trademark of Mojave Aerospace Ventures & is used by permission. |