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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Custom BT50 Payload Adapter w/ Screw Eye
MSRP: $3.34$2.79This Custom Rocket Company BT50 payload adapter is designed to fit into the Custom BT50 payload tube. The part is made out of injection molded plastic and a has hole on one end for the screw eye. Specifications: Outside Diameter: 0.949" Length: 1...MSRP: $3.34$2.79 -
Custom Liberty Flying Model Rocket Kit
MSRP: $18.95$14.95Skill Level 2If you like Custom Freedom model rocket then you'll want this kit. A big, D powered sport rocket with patriotic decals! This Custom Liberty flying model rocket kit features a blow-molded plastic nose cone, die-cut balsa fins, parachute...MSRP: $18.95$14.95 -
Custom Galaxy Rescue Flying Model Rocket Kit
MSRP: $9.95$7.50Skill Level 1First on the scene of any emergency! This Custom Rocket Company Galaxy Rescue flying model rocket can reach altitudes of over 1,000 feet with a C6-7 engine. Easy to build and fly. Features an injection molded plastic nose cone, laser-cut...MSRP: $9.95$7.50 -
Estes Star Hopper Flying Model Rocket Kit
$14.99Skill Level E2XBased on rumored 1950s secret project to counter the “flying saucer threat.” The Estes Star Hopper is a no-glue, no-paint beginner level model rocket kit that you can build and launch up to 400 feet in the same day. Features...$14.99 -
Estes Double Ringer Flying Model Rocket Kit
$19.99Skill Level E2XThe Double Ringer, named after its unique gliders, is an easy-to-build beginner model rocket. Once the fin unit is glued together and the main rocket is intact, a pair of scissors and a bit of glue is all that is needed to ready this...$19.99 -
Estes Terra GLM Flying Model Rocket Kit
$20.99Skill Level E2XIt’s not real, but it certainly looks like it could be! The Terra GLM represents the possible future of military ground launch vehicles. This easy-to-assemble model rocket comes with parts pre-finished in a military color scheme...$20.99 -
Estes Hi-Flier XL Flying Model Rocket Kit
$23.99Skill Level 2The name says it all! A sleek sport model rocket standing over 30 inches tall, the Hi-Flier XL is an upsized replica of the #1 selling Estes Hi-Flier. This rocket can reach heights over 1300 amazing feet while a bright 18 inch parachute...$23.99 -
Estes Nike-X Flying Model Rocket Kit
$23.99Skill Level 2 AdvancedAnother highly sought after kit is rejoining the Estes line! The Nike-X single stage rocket is a scale-like model of the army’s 4th generation, two-stage surface-to-air interceptor missile. Nike-style design with army...$23.99 -
Estes Alpha III Flying Model Rocket Kit
$23.99Skill Level E2XA true classic, the Alpha III was the first rocket in the beginner series. Designed with pre-colored parts and self-stick decals, you’ll be ready for liftoff in minutes. Whether you’re a first timer or a long time flyer, the...$23.99 -
Custom Solar Explorer Flying Model Rocket Kit
MSRP: $16.95$12.95Skill Level 2The Custom Rocket Company Solar Explorer is a deep space probe searching for habitable planets! This flying model rocket kit features injection-molded plastic nose cone, laser-cut balsa fins, parachute recovery, self-adhesive decals, and a...MSRP: $16.95$12.95 -
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 -
Sunward Ejection Baffle Kit for BT56
Now: $3.50Was: $4.50This Sunward BT56 Ejection Baffle Kit allows you to upgrade a model rocket such that no recovery wadding is needed! The unique baffle design blocks and traps the burning particles from an ejection charge, preventing them from coming into contact with...Now: $3.50Was: $4.50 -
Sunward 3 x 18mm Cluster Engine Mount Kit for BT70
$5.25Allows you to convert almost any BT70 based model rocket to 3 x 18mm cluster flights! Laser cut lite ply centering rings and motor hooks for each tube. Accepts 3 - Estes 18mm A, B and C size model rocket engines. Fits in any BT70 size body tube. High ...$5.25 -
Top Flight Recovery 7" x 70" Thin Mill Nylon Streamer
$8.75This Top Flight Recovery Thin Mill Nylon Streamer is constructed from 1.1 oz thin mill ripstop nylon - produces a very strong, durable and packable streamer. Comes with one looped shroud line sewn from edge to edge for easy attachment. High visibility...$8.75 -
Qualman Rocketry BT50 3 Fin Alignment Guide for 3/32 fins
$0.75One of the most challenging aspects of building precise model rockets is to get the fins aligned correctly. This fin alignment guide from Qualman Rocketry solves this problem by precisely holding the fins against the body tube as the glue dries. This...$0.75 -
Estes Sci-fi Nose Cone Assortment 3173
$18.99The Estes Sci-fi Nose Cone Assortment includes 2 sci-fi nose cones for BT50 (0.976 diameter) body tubes and 3 sci-fi nose cones that fit BT55 (1.325 diameter) body tubes. Please see the product picture for the included plastic nose cone sizes and styles...$18.99 -
Estes NC- 5V Nose Cone
$1.75The Estes PNC-5V nose cone is used in these kits - Mars Snooper, Mosquito, Dragonfly, Lumina, Skytracer, etc. Fits Estes BT5 (0.544 diameter) body tubes. Great for cloning, scratchbuilding and repairs! Grid spacing in photo is 1/2.$1.75 -
Estes Outlaw Flying Model Rocket
$11.95Skill Level RTFThe Estes Outlaw is a fully assembled, great looking, high-flying model rocket. Fast to the flying field is what this rocket will do for you! The Outlaw stands 22 inches tall and is launched on standard Estes engines. The Outlaw flies to...$11.95 -
Estes BT50 x 18 inch Body Tubes
$8.99These Estes BT50 body tubes are high quality spiral wound paper tubes that are compatible with BT-50 size couplers, engine mounts and nose cones. Direct replacement for Custom, Estes and other similarly sized model rockets. Specifications: Inside...$8.99 -
Estes BT55 x 18 inch Body Tubes
$9.99These Estes BT55 body tubes are high quality spiral wound paper tubes that are compatible with BT-55 size couplers, engine mounts and nose cones. Direct replacement for Custom, Estes and other similarly sized model rockets. Made in the...$9.99