Astron Constellation
Kit# 1235/K-35
Blue Skill Level Facecard and Hang Tag
Damon Era
Images by Gerry Fortin
Designer: Unknown
Production Years: 1975-1978
Retail Pricing Range: $2.00
Rarity: Scarce
Description: Vertical image: Damon Era Astron Constellation with blue skill level kits (#1235) released in or about 1975 time frame until Constellation discontinued after 1978 catalog year. The facecard is typical blue and white skill level design with image of Constellation rocket overlaid on blue background. Kit specifications and engine recommendations are nea the bottom of the facecard. Kit still carries both the #1235 and K-35 kit numbers.
Estes marketed the Astron Constellation as a sleek high performance single stage rocket with visible payload bay.
The kit features a main body tube, balsa nose cone, balsa block, clear payload section, one sheet of balsa fin stock, 12" parachute, engine mount, launch lug, and instructions.
Additional information can be found at the following links;
JimZ Kit Plan Link: Estes K35
Essense Model Rocket Reviews: Semroc Constellation Clone Kit Review
Specifications: Length (16.2 in), Weight (1.0 oz), Body and Payload Diameters (0.976 in)
Recommended 18 mm Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-3, B6-4, C6-5
Estes Catalog Artwork
