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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Estes BT60 x 18 inch Body Tubes
$9.99These Estes BT60 body tubes are high quality spiral wound paper tubes that are compatible with BT-60 size couplers, engine mounts and nose cones. Direct replacement for Custom, Estes and other similarly sized model rockets. Made in the...$9.99 -
Estes Mongoose Model Rocket Kit BODY TUBE DAMAGE
MSRP: $18.99Now: $11.95Was: $15.49The main body tube is a little crinkled up in one area. Pretty minor and can be used as is or replaced with an 18-inch BT50 body tube. Skill Level 1 IntermediateThe Estes Mongoose is a two stage rocket that builds into one over the top, high...MSRP: $18.99Now: $11.95Was: $15.49 -
Q-Jet E26-4W Model Rocket Motors
MSRP: $19.99$17.95These Q-Jet by AeroTech E26-4W model rocket motors are the correct delay time to be used in place of a D12-3, E9-4, E12-4 or an E16-4. Q-Jet™ White Lightning™ rocket motors deliver a brilliant white exhaust plume, dense bright white smoke...MSRP: $19.99$17.95 -
Deluxe Materials Sand n Seal
MSRP: $17.95$16.49The Deluxe Materials Sand 'n' Seal is a specially formulated wood grain sealer. Coats and seals balsa, ply and hardwood grain prior to painting and finishing. Use with all types of paints including enamel, cellulose, acrylic or epoxy. Stir well before...MSRP: $17.95$16.49 -
Quest Quick-Q Flying Model Rocket Kit
MSRP: $18.99$17.95Skill Level E2X BeginnerGreat sounding rocket style graphics! Features Quest's Quick Kit easy assembly method and terrific performance! Quest Quick-Kits do not require painting or finishing beyond the application of self-adhesive decals and can usually...MSRP: $18.99$17.95 -
Estes Ghost Chaser Flying Model Rocket Kit
$21.99Skill Level E2X BeginnerGhost Chaser is a deceptively simple rocket that packs in a lot of fantastic features. This translucent blue and silvery-white rocket includes a transparent cargo section for lofting your favorite small payloads to altitude. Reach...$21.99 -
Estes Green Eggs Flying Model Rocket Kit
$23.99Skill Level 1 IntermediateDesigned for Estes C11 and D engines, this rocket model can safely carry a regular-sized raw egg as its payload. With its clear payload section, you can even fit two eggs with a D12-3 engine! The Green Eggs rocket's swept fins...$23.99 -
Evergreen Premium White Wood Glue
$5.49Evergreen premium white wood glue is a water based adhesive that dries clear and is perfect for general use. Cleans up with a damp cloth and fully cures in 24 hours. Model rocket kit glue recommendations: White glue is usually best for making engine...$5.49 -
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 -
Qualman Rocketry CR5080 Centering Rings (2)
$1.49The Qualman Rocketry CR5080 centering rings come in an 2 pack and are used to center a BT50 tube (0.976 diameter) into a BT80 (2.600 diameter) body tube. They are precision laser cut from heavy gauge cardstock. Great for cloning, scratch building and...$1.49 -
Custom CD 20-55 Centering Rings
$1.99The Custom CD 20-55 centering rings are precision die-cut discs that center an 18 mm (BT20) tube into a BT55 body tube. Comes in a 10 pack. Great for cloning, scratchbuilding and repairs!$1.99 -
Sunward BT20 Nose Cone - 2.125'' Ogive
$1.59Plastic injection-molded nose cone to fit BT-20 size model rocket body tubes. Plastic cement required to join top and bottom piece. Actual color of the nose cone may vary from photo.$1.59 -
Sunward BT20 Nose Cone - 1.750'' Ogive
$1.59Plastic injection-molded nose cone to fit BT-20 size model rocket body tubes. Plastic cement required to join top and bottom piece. Actual color of the nose cone may vary from photo.$1.59 -
Qualman Rocketry CR6080 Centering Rings (2)
$1.49The Qualman Rocketry CR6080 centering rings come in a 2 pack and are used to center a BT60 tube (1.637 diameter) into a BT80 body tube. They are precision laser cut from heavy gauge cardstock. You can also double up them for extra strength. Great for...$1.49 -
Qualman Rocketry CR5570 Centering Rings (4)
$1.95The Qualman Rocketry CR5570 centering rings come in a 4 pack and are used to center a BT55 tube (1.325 diameter) into a BT70 body tube. They are precision laser cut from heavy gauge cardstock. You can also double up them for extra strength. Great for...$1.95