Estes 2162 Big Daddy Flying Model Rocket Kit

by Estes

Product Features

• Mighty E Engine Power
• Waterslide Decals
• Skill Level 2
• Laser cut fins
• Flies 900 '

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 3.5 x 22 inches ; 14.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000BVL50C
• Item model number: 2162
• Manufacturer recommended age: 18 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #67,495 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

BIG is better. Well in most things – big is better. This Big Daddy is a real head-turner at the launch field. It’s been redesigned to handle our super powerful E engines so it will fly over twice as high as it used to. Using Estes E engines, this highly streamlined rocket can reach a cloud topping 900 ' (274 m). If you prefer to keep it suborbital, it will also fly on extremely well on C11 engines or D engines. Either way, this extreme rocket is returned safely on a huge 24 " (61 cm) preassembled parachute. Standing just under 20 " (51 cm) tall and having a Bid Daddy waist size of 3 " (76.22 mm), the Estes rocket engineers have given the Big Daddy a contemporary new look. The revised Skill Level 2 kit features laser cut balsa fins, an oversized slotted body tube for precision fin alignment and one of the biggest blow molded nose cones in the hobby. This high powered bullet is built to handle all the power you can stuff into the motor tube. Experience in model building and finishing is necessary to build this big guy, but the end result is worth the effort. Building tools, finishing supplies, Estes launch supplies including a 3/16 " (5 mm) Maxi Launch Rod required — sold separately. E engine launches require the use of an Estes Porta-Pad E Launch Pad and E Launch Controller – sold separately. Recommended for ages 18 and up with adult supervision for those under 18.

Product Description

• Mighty E Engine Power
• Waterslide Decals
• Skill Level 2
• Laser cut fins
• Flies 900 '

BIG is better. Well in most things – big is better. This Big Daddy is a real head-turner at the launch field. It’s been redesigned to handle our super powerful E engines so it will fly over twice as high as it used to. Using Estes E engines, this highly streamlined rocket can reach a cloud topping 900 ' (274 m). If you prefer to keep it suborbital, it will also fly on extremely well on C11 engines or D engines. Either way, this extreme rocket is returned safely on a huge 24 " (61 cm) preassembled parachute. Standing just under 20 " (51 cm) tall and having a Bid Daddy waist size of 3 " (76.22 mm), the Estes rocket engineers have given the Big Daddy a contemporary new look. The revised Skill Level 2 kit features laser cut balsa fins, an oversized slotted body tube for precision fin alignment and one of the biggest blow molded nose cones in the hobby. This high powered bullet is built to handle all the power you can stuff into the motor tube. Experience in model building and finishing is necessary to build this big guy, but the end result is worth the effort. Building tools, finishing supplies, Estes launch supplies including a 3/16 " (5 mm) Maxi Launch Rod required — sold separately. E engine launches require the use of an Estes Porta-Pad E Launch Pad and E Launch Controller –

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best Estes, July 22, 2007

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CATO Guy (CT) - See all my reviews

= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Estes 2162 Big Daddy Flying Model Rocket Kit (Toy)

Yesterday was a sad day. A rocket eating tree took my Estes Big Daddy and would not give it back. This has always been one of my favorite rockets, which is why I am here ordering another one. This rocket flies well and is truly exciting to launch. As a second or third kit project, this is the one to get when you are ready to move up to something a little bigger. (I do NOT recommend the Executioner, Estes' other big rocket, as it is a little too much rocket for the recommended Estes engines, and tends to fly like a drunken pig. Of course, that is just my opinion, your mileage may vary.)

Now for a cool modification ... if you REALLY want to turn heads at the next club launch, get the Aerotech RMS 24/40 hobby line reloadable hardware. Then, load it with an E18-4. There are two changes you MUST make to the rocket for this to work well. First, add 20 grams of weight to the tip of the nose cone (epoxy and ball bearings work well). Second, you can't use the Estes paper wadding. Get yourself a Nomex flame protector or something similar. It is important to note that once you make these changes, you can NOT go back to Estes engines ... the rocket is now too heavy for them.

This is what I was flying when the tree got my Big Daddy. And I have to tell you, even the old hands at the launch were going 'What the %&!# was that" when it took off.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Beginner or Novice Rocket, January 9, 2010

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cmegone (SE US) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Estes 2162 Big Daddy Flying Model Rocket Kit (Toy)

This rocket is BIG and is very fun to fly! It would be a great 2nd rocket as you'll have to put it together but that is part of the fun, as it isnt that hard, me and my 5yo did it in about 1 hour and was out flying and loving it. It also does well on the cheaper D size motors, thats what we use most of the time. We already have about 10 flights on it and its still going strong so I dont believe you'll be disappointed in the Big Daddy.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Rocket to Start Launching E Rockets, May 25, 2009

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Flyem High Rockets "Flyem High Rockets" (Atlanta, GA.) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Estes 2162 Big Daddy Flying Model Rocket Kit (Toy)

The best rocket when you want to upgrade to mid power rocketry. Easy to build and fun to fly.