Molded plastic fins provide durability and precise alignment for confident builds
12-inch parachute recovery system ensures gentle descents and easy reset
Designed to fly on series engines for smooth, stable flights up to 250 feet
Hands-on assembly and launch experience fosters STEM learning and curiosity
Distinctive Robert Goddard-inspired design appeals to history and science enthusiasts
Summarized by Shop
The Robert Goddard Rocket celebrates the breakthrough that launched the space age. Inspired by Robert Goddard’s historic 1926 rocket, this 1/5 scale model captures the bold simplicity of an invention that forever changed science, engineering, and exploration.
Building this rocket is more than putting parts together. It is a hands on conn
Scale
1:1.5 (1/1.5) or 1:1.666 (2/3)
Maximum Altitude
Up to 250 feet
Parachute Diameter
12 inches
Recommended Age
10 years or older
Materials
Plastic, Cardboard
Battery Type
Series engines (not included)
Summarized by Shop
4.5
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I will never fly this one. This is a great display piece of rocket history. Went together well and is very accurate. I have several Estes Rockets that are built and flight ready like my Gemini Titan and Skylab Saturn V that I don’t dare fly. Estes Rockets produces the most accurate scale models that you can’t find elsewhere.
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Anthony · June 20, 2026
An ideal compromise of accuracy and flyability.
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Peter · June 12, 2026
Nice kit but BT-5 is too thin walled to support fin can