| Information For The Astro Jr |
| The Astro-Jr is a smaller scale version of the original Astro-1 that was initially released in the 1969 Centuri catalog. It was one of the first model rocket kits to incorporate the “quick change” engine mount that became a standard in model rocketry. Designed to be an excellent beginners kit, the Astro-1 became the first rocket for thousands of new model racketeers. The “rake back” fins were so different that many were built incorrectly with the fins glued on to resemble the Estes Alpha. The Astro-1 was Centuri #KB- 17. Semroc Aeronautics Corporation has re-issued this kit and incorporated newer updated kit features; Kevlar shock cord and laser cut fins.The Astro-Jr is designed to use 13mm mini-motors for smaller fields. Altitudes from 200 to 500 feet are possible. the Astro-Jr uses precision cut laser fins, smooth body tube, and a sanded balsa nose cone to maintain the original look and feel in a slightly smaller package. A 12" multi colored parachute is included for safe recovery. |
