This is the Alpha III Model Rocket Kit from Estes®. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older with Adult Supervision for Those Under 12. Skill Level E2X - Easy to Assemble Rocket Kit FEATURES: A perfect beginner"s rocket Almost ready to fly Brightly molded one-piece orange plastic fin unit and nose cone. Black cardboard body tube Capability of flying over 1100 feet (335 meters), depending on the engine you select 12" parachute recovery Fly again and again Bright self-adhesive decorative decals One year warranty Detailed illustrated assembly and launch instructions INCLUDES: One model rocket REQUIRES: Assembly White or yellow glue Finishing supplies Igniters (ESTT2301) Recovery wadding (ESTT2274) Launch controller (ESTT2220 Porta-Pad II launch pad (ESTT2215) Engines: A8-3 (ESTT1598) - first flight or B4-4 (ESTT1602) or B6-4 (ESTT1606) or B6-6 (ESTT1607) or C6-5 (ESTT1614) or C6-7 (ESTT1615) 4 AA batteries (ASCP0302) - for launch controller SPECS: Skill level: E2X - Easy to Assemble Length: 12.3" (31.2cm) Diameter: .98" (25mm) Weight: 1.2oz (34g) Recovery System: 12" parachute Projected Altitude: 1000ft (335m) COMMENTS: Due to small parts that could cause a choking hazard please keep away from children 3 years of age and younger For your safety and enjoyment, always follow the NAR Model Rocketry Safety Code while participating in any model rocketry activities kr6/8/01 ir/jl updated tlh 3/21/11