Estes Banshee Model Rocket Kit
Estes Banshee Flying Model Rocket
Estes Banshee Model Rocket Parachute Recovery
Estes Banshee Intermediate Model Rocket
Estes Banshee Model Rocket

Banshee™

SKU: 001303
UPC: 47776013032
MSRP/MAP: $16.99
$16.99
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Intermediate

The Estes Banshee™ is a sleek, high-performance rocket kit designed to capture attention on the shelf and deliver excitement at the launch field. With bold waterslide decals, precision-cut fins, and the ability to soar up to 1,000 feet, the Banshee is a proven favorite among hobbyists moving beyond beginner kits. A reliable seller with broad appeal, this kit makes an excellent addition to your model rocketry lineup.

  • SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
  • RECOMMENDED ENGINES: B4-4, B6-4, C6-5
  • PROJECTED ALTITUDE: 1000 ft. (305 m)

Overview

The Banshee™ stands out as a high-value kit for retailers looking to expand their intermediate-level offerings. Its sleek design and impressive 1,000-foot flight capability ensure that it grabs attention both in-store and online, making it an easy recommendation for hobbyists ready for the next step in model rocketry.

Eye-Catching Design

Featuring durable body construction, laser-cut cardstock fins, and vivid waterslide decals, the Banshee delivers a build experience that customers enjoy and a finished rocket they’ll be proud to display. Its bold look and exciting performance translate directly into customer satisfaction and repeat sales.

Trusted Estes Quality

Like all Estes kits, the Banshee is built on decades of rocketry expertise. The kit is engineered for consistent results, reliable recovery, and repeat launches—all qualities that your customers expect from the Estes brand. With clear instructions and proven performance, this rocket offers retailers a product with strong consumer confidence.

Retail-Ready Appeal

Packaged for visibility and backed by Estes’ reputation for rocketry innovation, the Banshee is a perfect fit for hobby shops, online stores, and specialty retailers. With its combination of build challenge and launch excitement, the Banshee is a natural step-up product that keeps hobbyists engaged in the Estes ecosystem.

Estes Banshee Flying Model Rocket

What You Need to Fly

Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller, Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding, and four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries (sold separately)

Technical Specifications

  • Recommended Engines

B4-4, B6-4, C6-5
  • Launch System

Porta Pad II™
  • Launch Rod Size

1/8 in. (3.18 mm)
  • Projected Max Altitude

1000 ft. (305 m)
  • Recovery System

12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute
  • Length

24.1 in. (61.2 cm)
  • Diameter

0.98 in. (25 mm)
  • Weight

1.6 oz. (45.4 g)
  • Fin Material

Cardstock
Estes Banshee Model Rocket Parachute Recovery

Needed to Build (sold separately)

Soft Lead Pencil, Fine Sandpaper, Ruler, Yellow Glue, Hobby Knife, Plastic Glue, Masking Tape, Scissors, White Primer, Paint, Clear Coat (optional)
Estes model rocketry is recommended for ages 10+, with adult supervision for those under 12.

Customer Reviews

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Anonymous (Chicago, IL)
Very misleading purchase

Very misleading purchase, the fins are literally made of paper. Would never have purchased if I knew this was the case. Ended up not even being able to fly it because the fins were in such unusable condition

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the kit did not meet your expectations. The Banshee™ is designed with laser-cut cardstock fins, which are listed in multiple areas of the product page, including the description, overview, and technical specifications.

That said, the fins should still arrive in usable condition and be suitable for assembly and flight when built according to the instructions. If any parts arrived damaged or unusable, please contact our customer service team with your order information and photos so we can take a closer look and help resolve the issue.

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Customer (Rapid City, SD)
Experience level: Intermediate
Nice

Nice rocket!

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Dwight Mulch (Burlington, IA)
Easy to put together- good instructions.

Easy to put together- good instructions. Have not launched it as of this review. Waiting for Grandkids