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Quest Bright Hawk Model Rocket Kit - Q1017

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$14.83 $21.49 In stock

The Bright Hawk model rocket is Big, Simple & Sturdy! The Bright Hawk is the one of the largest Level 1 model rockets in the Quest fleet. The plastic one-piece fin-unit and self-adhesive decals make this large model rocket ready to fly in a very short time. You can enjoy many flights with this sturdy model rocket. This kit does not require painting and colors of the nose cone and fin-unit may be different than shown in the image.

Quest Skill Level 1 beginner modeler kits may require a little measuring, gluing, sanding and painting. Assembly usually takes 45 to 90 minutes. Drying time for glue and painting could take up to 3 hours.

This kit requires assembly. Hobby glues, finishing supplies, building tools, launch system and rocket motors for launching are not included.

Launch supplies sold separately. Requires Complete Launch System (Q7700), Quest Q-Jet rocket motors with FirstFire Micro Initiators and Recovery Wadding. One 9-volt, snap-top, Lithium battery is required for the Q2 Launch Controller - Not Included.

Recommended for ages 10 to adult. Direct adult supervision is suggested for those under 12 years of age when building or flying model rockets.

  • Specifications:

    Skill Level 1

    Length: 21.5 in. (54.6 cm)

    Diameter: 1.378 in. (35 mm / T35)

    Weight: 2.26 oz. (64 g)

    Recovery: 14 in. Parachute

    Fin: Plastic Fin-unit

    Décor: Self-adhesive Decals

    Flights up to 800 ft. (244 m)

    Uses Quest Q-Jet™ Black Max™: B4-4FJ (1st flight), C12-4FJ, C12-6FJ, D16-6FJ, D16-8FJ rocket motors.

    Uses Quest Q-Jet™ White Lightning™: B6-4W (1st flight), C18-4W, C18-6W, D20-6W, D20-8W rocket motors.

    Other brands of model rocket motors, with a similar motor type (power) designation, should be OK for use in this product.

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Customer Reviews (4.2 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Steven M. ★★★★★

Finished the build in one afternoon and the plastic one-piece fin unit feels rock solid — no wobble even after a rough landing. The self-adhesive decals went on straight without any bubbles, which never happens for me. For a rocket this size, it’s surprisingly forgiving for a first flight.

Miles T. ★★★★☆

Assembling this took about an hour and the self-adhesive decals went on without any fuss, which I appreciated. It's bigger than I pictured from the listing, so make sure you've got a decent launch field. Only gripe is the instructions could be a bit clearer on the engine mount.

Julian L. ★★★★☆

The one-piece plastic fin unit saved me a ton of frustration compared to the balsa fins I've glued on in the past, and the self-adhesive decals went on without any bubbling. Only gripe is that it's big enough that I had to clear out extra shelf space for it. Flies straight and lands fine, just don't