Skill Level:
2
The PAC-3 (Patriot Advanced Capability 3) missile is the ATBM (Anti Theater Ballistic Missile) component of the U.S. Army's Patriot air defense system, and will complement the existing MIM-104 Patriot missiles. This kit is a scale 2.6" diameter 4 fin mid-power rocket. It includes a pre-slotted body tube, plastic nose cone, 8 laser-cut 1/8" plywood fins, 29mm 8" cardboard motor tube, plywood centering rings, a Nomex chute protector, a Kevlar/Nylon shock cord, eyebolt and washers, 1/4" launch lugs, vinyl decal and a 24" nylon parachute. All tubes are heavy-duty cardboard.
Specifications
- Length: 50"
- Diameter: 2.6"
- Weight: 21 oz.
- Motor Mount: 29 mm.
- Recovery System: Nylon Parachute
- CG: 31" from the nose tip.
You may need to adjust CG and either friction-fit your motor or use the retainer. Epoxy can cause an allergic reaction in some people. Adult supervision and wearing rubber gloves is recommended when working with epoxy.