Estes Cherokee-E Flying Model Rocket Kit
Estes Cherokee-E Model Rocket
Estes Cherokee-E Flying Model Rocket
Estes Cherokee-E Model Rocket with Parachute Recovery

Cherokee-E™

SKU: 002408
UPC: 47776024083
MSRP/MAP: $23.99
$23.99
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Intermediate

The Estes Cherokee-E™ is a proven high performance kit that blends classic style with strong retail appeal. This rocket delivers impressive altitude, reliable recovery, and excellent build satisfaction, making it a consistent favorite among hobby shops and rocketry retailers.

Perfect for experienced builders and ambitious beginners, the Cherokee-E™ offers a strong balance of challenge, quality, and value, helping your customers reach new heights while keeping your shelves stocked with a product that sells year after year.

  • SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
  • RECOMMENDED ENGINES: D12-5, D12-7, E12-6*
    *E Engines require E Launch Controller
  • PROJECTED ALTITUDE: 1600 ft. (488 m)

Overview

The Cherokee-E™ continues to be one of the most recognizable and requested model rockets in the Estes line. Its streamlined body and eye catching appearance attract both new and returning hobbyists. With wide engine compatibility and strong performance, it is a kit that delivers excitement and repeat sales for retailers.

High Altitude Performance

Designed to fly on D and E engines, the Cherokee-E™ reaches up to 1600 feet (488 m) and recovers gently under an 18 inch parachute. Its outstanding flight profile makes it an easy recommendation for any customer looking for a dramatic, high climbing model rocket experience.

Quality Construction and Materials

Featuring precision laser cut balsa fins, durable body tubes, and a classic nose cone design, this kit maintains the authentic build process that hobbyists value. Builders enjoy the hands on craftsmanship, while retailers appreciate its dependable quality and positive customer feedback.

Appeal for a Wide Range of Builders

With a skill level that bridges beginner and intermediate categories, the Cherokee-E™ attracts a wide range of rocketeers. It is a great option for customers looking to advance from smaller engine kits into more powerful E engine flights, increasing engagement and return visits to your store.

Product Specifications and Required Accessories

The Cherokee-E™ is 29.5 inches (75 cm) long with a diameter of 1.3125 inches (33 mm). Recommended engines include D12-5, D12-7, E12-6, and E12-8. Customers will need recovery wadding, a Porta Pad II launch system, and basic hobby tools and finishing supplies such as scissors, ruler, sandpaper, glue, knife, primer, and paint. All accessories are sold separately, allowing for additional retail upsell opportunities.

Estes Cherokee-E Flying Model Rocket

What You Need to Fly

Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller, 3/16 inch "Maxi" Launch Rod. Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding. Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries (sold separately)

Technical Specifications

  • Recommended Engines

D12-5, D12-7, E12-6*
*E Engines require E Launch Controller
  • Launch System

Porta-Pad II
  • Launch Rod Size

3/16 in. (4.78 mm)
  • Projected Max Altitude

1600 ft. (488 m)
  • Recovery System

18 in. (45.7 cm) Parachute
  • Length

29.5 in. (75 cm)
  • Diameter

1.3125 in. (33 mm)
  • Weight

5.75 oz. (163 g)
  • Fin Material

Laser Cut Balsa Wood
Estes Cherokee-E Model Rocket with Parachute Recovery

Needed to Build (sold separately)

Scissors, Pencil, Ruler, Fine Sandpaper, Yellow Glue, Hobby Knife, Masking Tape, Clear Tape, Primer, Paint, Sanding Block
This product recommended for children ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all ages.

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joe rich (Jericho, VT)
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Steve Nanning (Pomona, CA)
Prompt and well packaged; lookig forward to the

Prompt and well packaged; lookig forward to the build!