The Mars Snooper was originally released in 1965 and earned the cover of the first ever Estes Catalogue in 1966! Now this beloved classic has received a rework, and is available again! We stayed true to the original in every way that matters. It is an expert build, as was the original. It’s large, like the original, and we made it even a little larger. The sleek and futuristic design was ahead of its time in 1966, even the concept of a nuclear-powered rocket was novel and barely discussed – we made sure to stay true to that. A nuclear powered rocket would be able to remain in space for years, maybe decades, but in 1966 a nuclear powered rocket was merely an exercise in fantasy. Today these technologies are being proven and developed. With this rocket, Estes looked to the future and dreamed of the rocket technology the world would see as the decades went on. It was envisioned as a research vessel, an unmanned probe that would do exhaustive research on one of moons of mars, Diemos. The model stands well over 2 feet tall, and it flies to 400 feet on a C11-3.

Recommended Engines
C11-3, D12-5
Projected Max Altitude
800 ft. (244 m)
Recovery System
18 in. (45.7 cm) Parachute
Length
29 in. (73.7 cm)
Diameter
1.33 in. (34 mm)
Estimated Weight
4.5 oz. (127.6 g)
Estimated Assembly Time
3-4 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included)
Fin Materials
Laser cut wood
Decal Type
Waterslide

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If the Sky is the Limit, then,
why is there Footsteps on the Moon?
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Should be a good'n.

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When in doubt, WHACK the GAS and DITCH the brake !!!

Yes, there is such a thing as NORMAL, if you have to ask what is "NORMAL" , you probably aren't !
Failure may not be an OPTION, but it is ALWAYS a POSSIBILITY.
ALL systems are GO for MAYHEM, CHAOS, and HAVOC !

I bet you a dollar it will fly successfully on a real non-catoing C5-3S, and maybe even a modern production one with lower total impulse.

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I love sanding.

It should as long as it’s built fairly light - I might have to skip my usual fin papering step and use CWF or Brodak’s on all that balsa. After the ANTAR this is the new Estes kit I’ve been waiting for...

I’m sorry, but for some reason I just don’t like the screw-type engine retainer. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but perhaps it’s because the model is such a classic. I may or may not omit it when I build mine.

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Never trust an atom. They make up everything.

4 out of 3 people struggle with math.

Chemically, alcohol IS a solution.

NAR# 94042
SAM# 0078

It's just a BT-55 rocket with some extra balsa. I've flown plenty of BT-55 two stagers like the Vigilante with B6-0 boosters so the C5-3 should kick it enough to be stable and get it high enough to eject. The Cobra 1500 flies well on a C6 and it's got a crap load of BT-55 tube on it.

I fly my 2.6" upscale Red Maxes and Goblins on the C11-3 and it ejects early, even with those huge balsa nosecones and 1/4" thick fins. It will likely be a little early on the MS too.

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I love sanding.

First ever catalog with a color cover.

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Roy
nar12605

The original Mars Snooper is a deceivingly heavy model. The new one may be as well.

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Roy
nar12605

I agree but it may look good one this one, like a rocket nozzle. We shall see.

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BAR in his second tour of duty.
Nar# 32629

+++1 ! Based on what we've seen of this model, I think it may have to go in the parts box. Of course this might be generational bias on my part.