Estes 1756 Bulk Pack of 12 Alpha Rocket-Building Kits
- 12 Alpha kits in one bulk pack
- About 1 hour to assemble each rocket
- Balsa fins, molded nose cone, engine mount, parachute
- Ages 10 and up, supervision under 12
- 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A bulk pack of classic Alpha kits for teaching rocket stability to a group. Building supplies, engines and a launch system all have to be added.
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ASIN: B009EZPKVQModel: 1756Category: Model Rocket Kits
Overview
Not a single-kit box, this Estes bulk pack holds a dozen Alpha rockets with a classic design for teaching stability and STEM principles. Each has balsa fins, a molded nose cone, an engine mount and a parachute recovery system. Laser cut wood is the main material.
The set suits classrooms and groups that want matching rockets for outdoor experiments. A long build supply list and separate launch gear mean the pack alone will not fly.
Who it's for
Educators and group leaders who want a dozen matching kits to teach flight stability will find a classic, repeatable design. Individuals, or anyone short on glue, tools and launch gear, should look at a complete starter set.
Pros and cons
- Twelve matching kits
- Classic stable design
- Lightweight laser cut wood
- Build supplies sold separately
- Engines sold separately
- Launch pad sold separately
- Needs a long tool list
Performance notes
A classic stable design is meant to show how fin and body shape affect flight. Each rocket flies on a compatible Estes engine and returns by parachute. Careful sanding, glue and paint matter for straight flight.
Where it stands among model rocket kits
- #3 most-searched brand and model of the 6 model rocket kits lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 model rocket kits we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Estes |
|---|---|
| Model | 1756 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | 10 and up, supervision under 12 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Laser cut wood |
| Included components | |
| Number of Pieces | 12 |
| Included Components | Balsa wood fins, molded nose cone, engine mount, parachute recovery, body tube |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year against manufacturer defects |
| Other details | |
| Paint Type | Acrylic |
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Assembly time | About 1 hour per rocket |
Frequently asked questions
What is in the Estes 1756 Alpha bulk pack?
Twelve Alpha rocket kits, each with a nose cone, a body tube, a recovery parachute and design components, plus balsa fins and an engine mount.
What do I need to build the Estes 1756 Alpha rockets?
Scissors, a pencil, a ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter's glue, a hobby knife and masking tape.
What do I need to launch the Estes 1756 Alpha rockets?
A compatible Estes engine, starters, recovery wadding and a launch pad system, all separate.
Is the Estes 1756 pack the same as the Alpha III pack?
No. This is the Alpha kit pack (model 1756), described as intermediate.