Astron Stinger
Kit# K-53
Bonus Kit
Yellow Double Oval Hang Tag
Damon Era
Images by Gerry Fortin
Designer: Bill Simon
Production Years: 1970-1973
Retail Pricing Range: Bonus Kit
Rarity: Very Scarce
Description: Vertical image: Damon Era Astron Stinger offered as a free bonus kit. The double panel facecard features the Stinger rocket against a darker green background in the upper panel. Bonus kit emblem is clearly shown within a large oval. The name "Astron Stinger" is printed in black letters as are the specifications. Lower panel states kit specification and engine recommendations.
The Stinger is a high performance rocket with streamer recovery but was never illustrated in an Estes catalog.
The kit features a body tube, balsa nose cone, balsa sheet for fins, engine case and block, launch lug, and instructions.
Additional information can be found at the following links;
JimZ Kit Plan Link: Estes K-53a
Specifications: Length (12.5 in), Weight (0.75 oz), Diameter (0.736 in)
Recommended 18 mm Engines: 1/2A6-2, A5-4, A8-3, B4-6, B6-6, C6-7
Estes Catalog Artwork