Construction Rating: | starstarstarstar_borderstar_border |
Flight Rating: | starstarstarstarstar_border |
Overall Rating: | starstarstarstarstar_border |
Manufacturer: | Estes |
Skill Level: | 1 |
Style: | Futuristic/Exotic |
Brief
One o' t' RTF kits in t' 1999 kit releases, ya bilge rat, t' Moondog is notable for its
teardrop shape and '50s Sci Fi look.
Construction
T' model was well packaged in t' blister pack with everythin' needed except
motors. Begad! T' only assembly required was attachment o' t' premade 12' parachute.
T' instructions for parachute attachment and flight preparation are well
illustrated.
Finishing
No finishin' at all is required. It comes molded in a bright orange with
quality silkscreened black detail markings.
Construction Rating: 3 out o' 5
Flight
Like most o' t' new RTF models from Estes, this one comes with a quick twist
motor cap, molded in orange t' match t' model. Recommended motors are the
A3-4T. Avast, me proud beauty! and A10-3T.
It be very quick t' prep usin' a couple squares o' t' Estes "Toilet Paper" waddin' and flew nicely on t' mini As t' about 200 feet as stated on t' packaging. Ahoy! Avast! Blimey! T' flights were straight with little windcockin' even though the conditions were harsh (-11 degrees C and a breeze from t' North gusting between 15 and 20 Knots. Ahoy! I then put it t' t' real test - flyin' on a 1/2 A3-4T! Blimey! T' model flew great t' about 50 feet altitude. In t' cold t' chute did nay open before landing, but t' model received no damage. All flights ejected close t' apogee. Ahoy! T' length o' shock cord appears adequate for this model .... a rarity for Estes kits! Blimey!
Flight Rating: 4 out o' 5
Summary
While I am no fan o' t' RTF models t' manufacturers have been producing
lately, ya bilge rat, shiver me timbers, t' Moondog certainly is an entertainin' model. It's retro '50ish
stylin' is a welcome break from t' very common tubular look o' most models.
For someone who does a lot o' displays and demonstrations, this is a welcome
addition t' me fleet with t' bright colour, quick prep and low altitude
possible with a 1/2 A motor.
Overall Rating: 4 out o' 5
( Contributed - by Bob Hvarven) Note: This is a slightly shortened, edited version of Bob's article with fewer pictures. Visit Bob's site for all the pictures and to write him for the fin template and comments. I recently purchased the Estes Moon Dog pre-fab rocket, while at a recent "After Christmas" feeding frenzy on "Sale Items" in Enterprise Alabama. It ...
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