7280 – GRYPHON™

Intermediate Skill

Built to protect, don’t underestimate the slim, yet stately
design of the Gryphon. Standing 18 inches tall with a slender
diameter measuring just over .5 inches, the sleek sports rocket
is strong enough to support the six-inch wingspan of its stealthy
cargo, a glider.

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Intermediate Skill

Meeting all expectations set by its legendary name, the Gryphon
model glider kit will be the “King of the Air”. The Gryphon
itself can soar to the height of 700 feet on an A10-3T engine.
Upon reaching apogee, a colorful streamer acts as a tracking and
recovery device to show where the rocket will land. During that
time, the Gryphon’s stealthy glider moves magically across the
sky to serve as a protector to everything below and will also
gracefully return to earth to be readied for another flight.

Made from lightweight paper tubing and laser-cut balsa, the
Gryphon is a great first step above a beginner rocket. In about
two hours, plus painting time, rocketeers will build a rocket
that will garner attention in both the air and when on display.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Recommended Engines
A3-4T, 1/2 A3-2T, A10-3T

Projected Max Altitude
700 ft. (213 m)

Recovery System
12 in. (30.5 cm) Streamer

Length
18 in. (45.7 cm)

Wingspan
6 in. (15.2 cm)

Diameter
.54 in. (14 mm)

Estimated Weight
.6 oz. (17 g)

Estimated Assembly Time
2 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included)

Fin Materials
Laser cut wood

Decal Type
Waterslide

Launch System
Porta Pad II and Electron Beam Launch Controller

Launch Rod Size
1/8"

Age Recommendation
Estes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girls ages 10+
with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all
ages.