Der Big Red Max with Box
Estes 9721 Der Big Red Max Straight
Estes 9721 Der Big Red Max Box
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Der Big Red Max with Box
Estes 9721 Der Big Red Max Straight
Estes 9721 Der Big Red Max Box
Estes 9721 Der Big Red Max Up Flame
Estes 9721 Der Big Red Max Side Flame
Estes 9721 Der Big Red Max Recovery
Estes 9721 Der Big Red Max Flight
Estes 9721 Der Big Red Max Parts
Estes Rockets

Der Big Red Max™

SKU: 009721
UPC: 047776097216
MSRP/MAP: $54.99
$54.99
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Everyone builds and flies the family of Der Red Max rockets. Make sure your own collection includes our 3 inch diameter, 29 inch tall version! Includes 29mm engine mount with no forward retainer ring allowing a wide variety of engine choices.

Overview 

Needed to Fly

Specs

Reviews

Overview

The Der Big Red Max rocket has been a classic favorite for years, and now you can experience it in a smaller 3-inch diameter version! Here are some of the key features and benefits:

  • Long slow lift-offs. The Red Max is known for its impressive liftoffs, and the smaller 3-inch diameter version delivers the same performance. Imagine 3.5 seconds of smoke and fury on an Estes F15-4 motor!
  • Fun to build. Building the Red Max is just as fun as flying it. The rocket features thru-the-wall fins that make assembly and alignment easy, while also giving it extra strength.
  • Durable construction. With its sturdy design, the Red Max can withstand multiple launches, so you can fly it over and over again.
  • Special parachute. Only Red Max rockets come with their own special printed Skull & Bones 18 inch parachute. Thus, adding to the rocket's unique and fun design.

Whether you're an experienced rocket enthusiast or a beginner, the Red Max rocket is a great choice for your next launch.

Estes Der Big Red Max Model Rocket

What You Need to Fly

F15-4 Engines (29 mm)
$29.99
Pro Series II™ Recovery Wadding
$10.99
Pro Series II™ Launch Controller
$43.99
Porta-Pad E® Launch Pad
$33.99
Porta-Pad E Launch Pad and Pro Series II Launch Controller, Estes model rocket engines, starters and Pro Series II Recovery Wadding.
Six C 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries (sold separately)

Technical Specifications

  • Recommended Engines

E16-4, F15-4

  • Launch System

Porta-Pad E

  • Projected Max Altitude

1100 ft. (335 m)

  • Recovery System

18 in. (45.7 cm) Parachute

  • Length

29.9 in. (75.9 cm)

  • Diameter

3 in. (76 mm)

  • Weight

14.5 oz. (411 g)

  • Fin Material

Laser Cut Balsa Wood
Estes Der Big Red Max Model Rocket Parts

Needed to Build (sold separately)

Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, wax paper, epoxy, yellow glue, sanding block, hobby knife, masking tape, primer (white), paint (red, black) and clear coat (optional).
Download Instructions
Estes Pro Series II rocket kits are recommended for adults ages 18+ with adult supervision for those under 18, and rocketeers of all ages.

Customer Reviews

Based on 21 reviews
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Bryon Cornman (Daphne, AL)

Nice box. Nice kit.

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Kurt Eherenman (Denver, CO)
Bought plywood fins and centering rings

Love the rocket, but felt compelled to purchase the plywood fins and centering rings to upgrade the kit. Balsa, no matter what you do, will inevitably crack. Also, replaced the standard, good ol' Estes folded paper shock cord mount with a kevlar cord loop anchored in the forward centering ring to attach recovery. The entire rocket is coated with west systems epoxy to add further strength. Yes, it's heavier, but I should get more flights out of it. The nose cone supplied with the kit is a thing of beauty, far surpassing the finish of other kits. I don't rely on the molded loop, however, as this will eventually break. Drilling holes in the nose base and adding a loop of kevlar cord is much more substantial.

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Eli Hembree (Houston, TX)
Great Kit!

I just recently built this kit and it looks great! My only complaint is the fins. They should have been in one piece instead on three.

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