Estes 1469 Tandem X Rocket-Building Kit
- 2 rockets: Amazon at 30 inches, Crossfire ISX at 15.6 inches
- 600+ ft for the Amazon on a C6-5 engine
- 1,150 ft for the Crossfire ISX on a C6-7 engine
- Porta-Pad II and Electron Beam Controller included
- 4 AA batteries needed, engines sold separately
- Ages 10 and up, 1 year warranty
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A two-rocket starter set with a launch pad and controller, covering an easy plastic build and a step-up wood-finned model. Engines, wadding and batteries are separate.
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ASIN: B002VLP67SModel: 1469Category: Model Rocket Kits
Overview
Launching two different rockets from one pad is what this Estes set is for. The Amazon builds fast from precolored plastic parts and self-stick graphics, and the Crossfire ISX adds laser-cut wood fins and decals. The Porta-Pad II and Electron Beam Controller are included.
Two builds of different difficulty give a beginner a natural next step inside one box. Both need sold-separately engines, starters, wadding and batteries before flight, and the listing names engines for each altitude figure.
Who it's for
Young builders and families who want a launch pad and controller plus two models to build will find a flexible set. Buyers who want a no-build rocket, or who prefer to choose their own engines list, should check other products.
Pros and cons
- Two rockets in one set
- Launch pad and controller included
- Easy first build and a step-up model
- Engines sold separately
- Batteries sold separately
- Other engine options not listed
- Both rockets need building
Performance notes
The two models reach different heights, with the longer Amazon on a smaller engine and the shorter Crossfire ISX on a larger one according to the listing. A push button on the controller fires the engine from the pad. Plastic parachutes slow each rocket on the way down.
Specifications
| Brand | Estes |
|---|---|
| Model | 1469 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | Amazon 30 inches, Crossfire ISX 15.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | 10 years and up |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Controller power | 4 AA 1.5V alkaline batteries (sold separately) |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Plastic and laser cut wood |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 2 rocket kits, Porta-Pad II launch pad, Electron Beam Controller, 2 plastic parachutes, manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year against manufacturer defects |
| Other details | |
| Skill level | Beginner, two builds of different difficulty |
| Projected altitude | Amazon 600+ ft (C6-5), Crossfire ISX 1,150 ft (C6-7) |
Frequently asked questions
Which engines work with the Estes Tandem-X?
The listing names a C6-5 engine for the Amazon and a C6-7 engine for the Crossfire ISX. It does not list other compatible engines.
Does the Estes Tandem-X include engines?
No. All Estes rocket engines are sold separately, along with starters, recovery wadding and four AA batteries.
Is the Estes Tandem-X ready to fly?
No. Both rockets must be built. The Amazon is quick to build with precolored plastic parts, and the Crossfire ISX adds wood fins and decals.
What launch gear comes with the Estes Tandem-X?
A sturdy Porta-Pad II launch pad and an Electron Beam Controller, with push-button launch.