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product_id: 134437946
title: "Estes 7266 Red Nova Flying-Model-Rocket Kit, Advanced Rocket-Building Kit for Ages 10+"
brand: "estes"
price: "C$3700"
currency: NIO
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 4
category: "Estes"
url: https://www.desertcart.ni/products/134437946-estes-7266-red-nova-flying-model-rocket-kit-advanced-rocket
store_origin: NI
region: Nicaragua
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# Detailed waterslide decals 2-3 hours assembly time Soars up to 800 ft altitude Estes 7266 Red Nova Flying-Model-Rocket Kit, Advanced Rocket-Building Kit for Ages 10+

**Brand:** estes
**Price:** C$3700
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Ignite your inner astronaut — build, launch, and soar beyond limits!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Estes 7266 Red Nova Flying-Model-Rocket Kit, Advanced Rocket-Building Kit for Ages 10+ by estes
- **How much does it cost?** C$3700 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/134437946-estes-7266-red-nova-flying-model-rocket-kit-advanced-rocket)

## Best For

- estes enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted estes brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Legacy:** From Estes, pioneers in educational rocketry since 1958
- • **Hands-On Mastery:** 2-3 hours of immersive assembly fueling creativity and engineering skills
- • **STEM Meets Style:** Advanced build with sleek red-black design and precision decals
- • **Sky-High Thrills:** Launches up to 800 feet for epic backyard rocket shows
- • **Ready for Liftoff:** Includes parachute and engine mount for smooth, safe recovery

## Overview

The Estes 7266 Red Nova is an advanced model rocket kit designed for ages 10 and up, featuring a striking red-and-black aerodynamic design that can reach altitudes up to 800 feet. With a 2-3 hour assembly time, it includes a parachute, engine mount, and detailed waterslide decals, offering a hands-on STEM experience that combines creativity, physics, and aerospace engineering. Perfect for hobbyists and families, this kit requires Estes engines and launch accessories (sold separately) and follows strict safety standards for unforgettable launches.

## Description

The Estes 7266 Red Nova flying-model-rocket kit encourages rocketry enthusiasts and kids to learn and build with imagination. This advanced-level kit features a striking red-and-black design that is perfect for teaching the principles of aerodynamics and conducting hands-on STEM activities. Designed for adults and kids ages 10+ (supervision recommended for ages under 12), the Red Nova can provide a challenging season of model building and rocket launching for individual hobbyists or group classes. Each rocket-building kit comes with reusable parts for flight, including a nose cone, a durable body tube, a recovery parachute, and authentic design decals.Perfect for families, hobbyists, or aspiring rocketeers, the Red Nova model rocket kit offers hands-on experience in physics, engineering, and aerospace. It’s especially ideal for helping children explore the exciting world of STEM and gain a deeper understanding of how rockets and flight systems work. After an estimated assembly time of 2–3 hours (not including glue- and paint-drying time), this advanced rocket will be ready for proud display or launch preparation, soaring up to 800 ft.To build and launch each rocket, you will need scissors, a pencil, a ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter’s glue, a hobby knife, masking tape, a compatible Estes model-rocket engine, Starters, Recovery Wadding, and any extra materials listed in the directions. Always follow the NAR (National Association of Rocketry) model-rocket safety code during operation.Estes rocket kits are built from the highest-quality components and designed around the unforgettable experience of pressing “launch.” Our hobby and STEM educational products range across all skill levels, interests, and power levels. Unleash the space dreamer and science enthusiast in you with an Estes model rocket!

Review: Building is as much fun as launching. - This is a new hobby for me it's inexpensive and alot of fun I must admit that I was was a bit baffled on how to apply the decals I thought that they were stickers that were peel and apply...Wrong they are soak and slide off thanks to my wife who saw me totally waste a set of decals before telling me this😆 Patients is the key to this hobby and launching is the reward this is a beautiful rocket on the launch pad and in the sky. Adult supervision for children, Obey all Aerial laws and be safe.
Review: Good fun - Haven't built or launched a rocket since I was a kid back in the 80s. This brought back a lot of memories. Like all Estes products the instructions were clear and easy to follow. We took it out to a local dry lake bed to launch and it flew perfect. My kids loved it.

## Features

- ADVANCED MODEL-ROCKET KIT: The Estes Red Nova challenges builders ages 10+ with an advanced-level design that offers both precision and performance. The kit includes the rocket body parts, an engine mount, a recovery parachute, and self-stick decals. For launch, you will need Estes rocket engines, a launch pad system, Starters, Recovery Wadding, and 4 AA alkaline batteries (sold separately).
- SOARS UP TO 800 FT.: With its aerodynamic design, the bold red-and-black Red Nova rocket model can reach a projected altitude of 800 ft. (244 m) using a D12 Estes rocket engine (sold separately). It’s compatible with C11-3 and D12-5 rocket engines and can also work with D12-7 rocket engines when used with an engine adapter.
- READY TO ASSEMBLE: Rocket building inspires creativity and a passion for science and outer space! Our advanced rocket kit comes ready to build and requires approximately 2–3 hours of assembly time. Builders can apply the included decals for a sharp, professional look. Once completed, pair it with the Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller (sold separately) for unforgettable launches.
- SAFETY FIRST, FUN ALWAYS: Our rockets are designed to be used with the NAR (National Association of Rocketry) model-rocket safety code. Always ensure you have an appropriate launch site, stand back at least 15 ft., insert the safety key, issue a countdown, and then you can let your rocket fly!
- WE IGNITE IMAGINATIONS: Since 1958, Estes has created educational rocket kits designed for an unforgettable launch experience. As a family-owned company, we have grown to offer exciting STEM products that engage aspiring rocketeers and the future minds of aerospace.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B077BQGLH9 |
| Additional Features | Faux ramjet nose cone, Detailed waterslide decals |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Art Craft Kit Type | Model Rocket |
| Brand Name | Estes |
| Color | Multi |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (24) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00047776072664 |
| Included Components | 15 inch Parachute, Waterslide Decal |
| Item Dimensions | 2 x 22 x 6 inches |
| Item Type Name | Rocket Kit |
| Item Weight | 0.18 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Estes Rockets |
| Material Type | Laser Cut Wood |
| Model Name | Red Nova Flying Model Rocket Kit |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Paint Type | Possibly water-based |
| Product Style | Sports |
| Scale | life-size (with uncertainty) |
| Seasons | All Seasons |
| Size | Large |
| Subject Character | Rocket |
| Theme | Rocket |
| UPC | 047776072664 |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Estes
- **Color:** Multi
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2 x 22 x 6 inches
- **Theme:** Rocket

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Building is as much fun as launching.
*by G***Y on February 1, 2025*

This is a new hobby for me it's inexpensive and alot of fun I must admit that I was was a bit baffled on how to apply the decals I thought that they were stickers that were peel and apply...Wrong they are soak and slide off thanks to my wife who saw me totally waste a set of decals before telling me this😆 Patients is the key to this hobby and launching is the reward this is a beautiful rocket on the launch pad and in the sky. Adult supervision for children, Obey all Aerial laws and be safe.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good fun
*by R***G on May 15, 2020*

Haven't built or launched a rocket since I was a kid back in the 80s. This brought back a lot of memories. Like all Estes products the instructions were clear and easy to follow. We took it out to a local dry lake bed to launch and it flew perfect. My kids loved it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Nice looking rocket
*by R***O on June 28, 2019*

Nice rocket. A different look from the average. Simple to construct.

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*Last updated: 2026-04-24*