Model Rockets

Welcome to Rocket Store, a company dedicated to all things rocketry. We stock over 1000 different rocketry products and we are sure you will find a suitable product in our selection.

Model rockets are enormous fun for all the family and a hobby which is unknown to many. If you are new to model rockets then try our model rockets introduction.

We currently stock model rockets from the following companies:

• Dynastar
• Estes
• Fliskits
• QModeling
• Quest Aerospace
• Semroc
• Squirrel Works

Model rockets tend to be categorised by their manufacturers into skill levels, although some, such as Squirrel Works don't. The skill levels are an indication of the time and complexity of the model rocket kit.

• Ready To Fly - This is where most people start off. No paint, glue or modeling skills required. Rocket comes assembled and is ready for liftoff in just minutes.


• E2X - No paint or special tools needed. E2X® kits contain parts that are coloured and easy to assemble. Simply glue the parts together as per the instructions, apply the self-adhesive decals, attach the recovery system and you are ready to blast off! Assembly takes as little as 1 hour. We have also included the Quick Kits from Quest Aerospace as these are under 1 hour construction time also with no painting also.


• Level 1 - Requires some painting, gluing and sanding. Features die cut balsa fins, slotted body tubes, plastic nose cones and self-adhesive decals. Step by step instructions make building very easy. Assembly takes at least an afternoon. This category contains kits from Estes, Fliskits and Quest Aerospace.


• Level 2 - First tier of more advanced kits. Requires beginner skills in model rocket construction and finishing. Features die cut balsa or plastic fins, plastic nose cones and unfinished body tubes. Assembly time may take a complete day. This category contains kits from Estes, Fliskits, Quest Aerospace, Dynastar and QModeling.


• Level 3 - Second tier of more advanced kits. Requires moderate skills in model rocket construction and finishing. Features multiple die cut balsa fins and parts, unfinished body tubes, complex designs and plastic nose cones. Assembly time may take a couple of days. This category contains kits from Estes, Fliskits, Quest Aerospace, Dynastar and QModeling.


• Level 4 - The most advanced kit level. Requires high degree of model rocket construction and finishing skills. Features multiple die cut balsa parts, vacuum formed plastic detailing, unfinished body tubes and water soluble decals. Assembly can take several days depending on detail required. This category contains kits from Quest Aerospace, Dynastar and QModeling.

Once you have chosen your model rocket kit, there are many accessories available to upgrade your model rocket. You may consider replacing the basic and disposable parachute with something a little more durable, such as the great Top Flight Standard Parachutes (Thin Mill).

You may decide that standard wadding is not for you, in which case maybe some Bio degradable wadding may be more appropriate or you may wish to try a Top Flight Nomex Firewall and get rid of the need to buy wadding at all.

Don't forget those useful books, such as the Handbook of Model Rocketry.

If you have any questions or queries, just give us a call.