Model Rocketry
These are exciting times if you have ever been interested in rocketry or space exploration. Commercial companies like SpaceX and Virgin Galactic are opening up new opportunities for satellites and space tourism, and NASA is planning to send astronauts back to the Moon and on to Mars! You can share in the excitement of this new space age by building and launching your own model rockets, hundreds or thousands of feet into the blue skies.
Model Rocketry started in the late 1950’s inspired by a whole generation growing up during the space race to land a man on the moon. Estes industries developed the first mass produced solid propellant rocket motors to propel rockets made of cardboard, balsa wood, and plastic several hundred feet into the air. Since those early days, model rocketry has grown into many facets including rocket powered gliders, egg-lofting payloaders, electronic payloads such as altimeters and GPS trackers, more powerful mid-power motors, as well as organized events across the country sponsored by the National Association of Rocketry (NAR). Model rocketry is a great introduction to a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) hobby that can grow as your skills grow!
Here at BRS Hobbies, we stock all the products and information you need to get started. From complete starter sets that include an easy to build low power rocket and launch system to advanced mid-power rockets that provide heart-pounding launches. For those that want to try designing their own futuristic spacecraft, we have all the components and building materials you need to turn that idea into reality. Our friendly staff is here to answer any questions you have to get you on your way to exploring the upper reaches of the atmosphere!
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Q-Jet C12-6 Model Rocket Motors
MSRP: $10.99$9.89These Quest Q-Jet composite propellant model rocket motors are manufactured by AeroTech Consumer Aerospace with one goal in mind and that is to give you more! Now you can bring that rocket to new heights! Q-Jets generate a highly-visible exhaust plume...MSRP: $10.99$9.89 -
Quest Model Rocket Recovery Wadding
MSRP: $7.69$6.95100 sheet value pack...enough for 25 to 30 flights! Protects your parachute or streamer from your model rocket motor's ejection gases. Colorful, orange, 5 x 5 inch sheets. Completely flame retardant and biodegradable. Includes: 100 sheets of recovery...MSRP: $7.69$6.95 -
BT80TC x .125 Lite Ply Bulkhead Assembly
$1.75This BT80TC x .125 Lite Ply Bulkhead Assembly is used for adding a payload section to a model rocket. The bulkhead is sized to fit inside Sunward BT80 tube couplers. Comes with a bulkhead plate, threaded screw eye bolt, nut and two washers. Coupler ...$1.75 -
BT56 x 2 Tube Coupler
$0.95This BT56 x 2 Tube Coupler is used for multi-staging and joining BT56 (1.346 diameter) body tubes. Direct replacement part for Estes, Sunward and other similarly sized model rockets. Grid spacing in photo is 1/2.$0.95 -
BT55TC x .125 Lite Ply Bulkhead Assembly
$0.89This BT55TC x .125 Lite Ply Bulkhead Assembly is used for adding a payload section to a model rocket. The bulkhead is sized to fit inside Sunward BT55 tube couplers. Comes with a bulkhead plate, threaded screw eye bolt, nut and two washers. Coupler ...$0.89 -
BMS 20/55 Centering Rings (10)
$2.50The Balsa Machining Service 20/55 centering rings are used to center a BT20 tube (0.736 diameter) into a BT55 (1.325 diameter) body tube. Great for cloning, scratchbuilding and repairs! Made in the USA.$2.50 -
50 LB White Nickel Snap Swivel
$0.25This White Nickel Snap Swivel is rated at 50 pounds and has many uses including connecting kite line to a kite and model rocket parachutes to a model rocket. The barrel swivel can also by used by itself. Approximately 2 3/8 inches in length. Features:...$0.25 -
3/8" Elastic Shock Cord - 18 feet long
$3.99Choose from different strengths. Most model rocket kits generally use the 1/4 inch wide shock cord. The 1/8 inch wide elastic chock cord is for smaller light weight rockets that weigh between 0.4 to 2.9 ounces. The 3/8 inch wide size is for larger...$3.99 -
100# Kevlar Thread - 24 inches long
$0.75Primarily used as a shock cord mount for model rockets.Great for scratchbuilding and repairs!Direct replacement for Semroc, Quest and other similar type model rockets. Specifications: Test: 100# Length: 24" Material: Kevlar Includes: 1 -...$0.75 -
1/8'' x 1.25'' Launch Lug
$0.18For use in all model rockets that require a 1/8 launch rod. Great for scratchbuilding and repairs. Estes quality part - cheaper price! Direct replacement for Custom, Estes, FlisKits and other similarly sized model rockets.$0.18 -
1/4" Elastic Shock Cord - 24 feet long
$3.99Choose from different strengths. Most model rocket kits generally use the 1/4 inch wide shock cord. The 1/8 inch wide elastic chock cord is for smaller light weight rockets that weigh between 0.4 to 2.9 ounces. The 3/8 inch wide size is for larger...$3.99 -
1.75 Engine Hook for Estes mini engines
$0.50This engine hook is for use with all 1.75 long model rocket engines including the Estes 1/4A, 1/2A, A3 and A10 mini engines. Grid spacing in photo is 1/2.$0.50 -
Tamiya Sandpaper Set - Medium
MSRP: $4.50$3.75This Tamiya Medium Sandpaper Set is ideal for sanding model rocket fins during the assembly process. Comes with an assortment of five sheets of clog resistant sand paper in medium grits (2 - 180, 1 - 240 & 2 - 320). Each sheet measures 3 5/8 inches...MSRP: $4.50$3.75 -
Tamiya Sandpaper Set - Fine
MSRP: $4.50$3.75This Tamiya Fine Sandpaper Set is ideal for prepping a model rocket prior to painting. Comes with an assortment of five sheets of clog resistant sand paper in fine grits (2 - 400, 1 - 600 & 2 - 1000). Each sheet measures 3 5/8 inches wide x 9 inches...MSRP: $4.50$3.75 -
Excel Precision Cutting Kit w/ Black Mat
MSRP: $13.95$11.95This Excel Precision Cutting Kit is ideal for cutting out model rocket fins and for other model rocket building steps that require the use of a hobby knife. Kit contains 5.5 x 9 self-healing cutting mat, a #1 hobby knife with super sharp #11 blade and a...MSRP: $13.95$11.95 -
Squadron Precision Super Glue Applicator
MSRP: $9.99$8.79Specially designed high quality Stainless Steel tool, for precise application of a drop of Super Glue. Features - instrument quality and precision made from stainless steel. Includes: 1 - super glue applicator.MSRP: $9.99$8.79 -
Atlas Art & Craft Brush Set 1025
MSRP: $5.59$4.75This Atlas art & craft brush set comes with five camel hair brushes (3 - round tip and 2 - flat tip). Use for all arts, crafts and hobbies. Includes: 5 - paint brushes.MSRP: $5.59$4.75 -
Estes Mongoose Model Rocket Kit
$18.99Skill Level 1 IntermediateThe Estes Mongoose is a two stage rocket that builds into one over the top, high performance model rocket! The Mongoose can be flown as a single stage rocket or add a booster engine and watch this beast soar to astonishing...$18.99 -
Estes Mercury Redstone Flying Model Rocket Kit
$29.99Skill Level 3 AdvancedReady for a skill level 3 model rocket kit that's back by popular demand? Look no further as the Estes Liberty Bell 7 Mercury Redstone has arrived! This historic NASA vehicle is an awesome sight off the launch pad! Take your time...$29.99 -
Estes Hi-Flier Flying Model Rocket Kit
$12.99Skill Level 1The Estes Hi-Flier is an ultra high performance model rocket with tons of attitude. Be sure and keep your eye on this stream-lined missile as it climbs to amazing heights over 1600 feet, (OK we told you) and recovers with a fluorescent...$12.99